Overview

University College London (UCL) students will carry out substantial projects with world-leading experts engaged in neuromuscular diseases and attend clinical presentations given by clinical experts.

The MSc Clinical Neuroscience - Neuromuscular Disease route provides a comprehensive education in all aspects of neuromuscular disease ranging from anatomy and physiology of the neuromuscular system to genetic advances and research, as well as clinical aspects of diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular diseases.

What this course will give you

The UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology has a world-class reputation in the treatment and management of patients with a wide range of neuromuscular diseases. Our specialised peripheral nerve and muscle clinics are run by leading clinical experts in the field who teach on this master’s programme.

Students will have a unique opportunity to attend clinical meetings and presentations and learn about the clinical management of a wide variety of neuromuscular diseases.

Students will also acquire specialised expertise in research into neuromuscular disease by conducting cutting-edge clinical and basic science research. We aim to educate the future generation of experts in the area of neuromuscular disease.

Employability

Our portfolio of taught postgraduate programmes at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology has continued to expand in recent years.
Past experience suggests that a postgraduate degree obtained from UCL significantly enhances career and promotion prospects.
Many of our graduates have undertaken further study at PhD level, or have successfully applied to medical school.
Some clinicians who took time out to obtain a higher qualification have returned to training, and scientists have progressed to their first research assistant post.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Paediatric Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Higher Functions of the Brain
Motor Systems and Disease
Paroxysmal disorders, Tumours and Special Senses of the Central Nervous System
Neuromuscular Literature Review
Stroke: Risk factors, Pathophysiology and Imaging
Clinical Manifestations of Stroke

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-27 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject (neuroscience or related biological science e.g. physiology, psychology, pharmacology, biochemistry; or a medical degree from a UK university),
Bachelor's degree in a profession allied to medicine (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy, occupational health)
or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 1

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

39800 GBP / year

≈ 39800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

16000 GBP / year

≈ 16000 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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Funding

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