Applied Clinical Neuropsychology Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The Applied Clinical Neuropsychology M.Sc. at Trinity College Dublin offers a unique opportunity for students to engage with a vibrant community of clinicians and academics within the School of Medicine. This programme provides a research-led learning experience that bridges the gap between theoretical neuroscience and practical clinical application. Students gain a deep understanding of the diagnostic issues and neuropsychological profiles associated with various neurological disorders.

Why Applied Clinical Neuropsychology at Trinity College Dublin?

Choosing this programme means joining Ireland's leading university and the first institution in the country to offer this specific postgraduate qualification. Students benefit from being based in the Academic Unit of Neurology, where they are taught by experts in neurorehabilitation and cognitive neurology. A distinctive feature of the course is the opportunity for clinical shadowing visits in local teaching hospitals, allowing students to observe the working lives of professional neuropsychologists in real-world settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 20480 per year
• European fee: EUR 10230 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of several taught modules and a significant research component, totalling 90 ECTS. Modules may include:

• Historical Perspectives and Contemporary Issues in Neuropsychology
• Structural and Functional Neuroanatomy in Modern Neuropsychology
• Acquired Brain Injury, Concussion and Epilepsy
• Neurovascular Disorders
• Neuro-disability and Rehabilitation
• Neuroscience, Neurophysiology and Neuroimaging for Clinical Research
• Applied Clinical Psychology
• The Emotional Brain
• Neurodegenerative Conditions and Clinical Neuropsychology

Careers with Applied Clinical Neuropsychology

Graduates are well-equipped with the specialist knowledge and attitudes required to pursue further professional training in clinical or educational psychology. The programme provides a strong foundation for those seeking assistant or research psychology posts within clinical environments. Additionally, the rigorous research training serves as an excellent gateway for students intending to enter a PhD programme or pursue a dedicated career in clinical research and neuropsychological management.