Overview
Why study this degree at UCL?
The Translational Neuroscience programme at the University College London (UCL) is delivered by the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, a specialist postgraduate institute and a worldwide centre of excellence in clinical research across neurological diseases, including movement disorders (e.g. Parkinson’s disease), multiple sclerosis, neuro-inflammation, epilepsy, stroke, cognitive dysfunction, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Topics will include:- Clinical pharmacology
- Pharmacokinetics
- Research governance
- Medical statistics
- Fundamental principles for using the correct use of enabling technologies within the context of medical research and drug development (e.g. genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, clinical study designs, biomarkers, imaging, electrophysiology, etc.).
Careers
The programme is designed to cater to graduates in medicine and biomedical sciences who wish to gain valuable training in clinical research before embarking on a clinical PhD programme, medical training, or professional work in clinical trials. The successful completion of the MRes may also enhance opportunities for graduates to enter medical school or for MBBS graduates to progress to specialist medical training.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Integrity & Governance
- Experimental Neurology
- Research Methods and Introduction to Statistics
- Translational Neurology MRes Research Project
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- We recommend you apply as soon as possible. The programme may remain open if places are still available and will be closed as soon as it's full or by 30 June.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Public Health Neuroscience Health Sciences View 157 other Masters in Neuroscience in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A medical degree (MBBS) or a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in life or biomedical sciences (for example, neuroscience, pharmacology or chemistry) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Tuition Fee
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International
35000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
14100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14100 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.