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MSc Educational Neuroscience

Birkbeck University of London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MSc Educational Neuroscience program at Birkbeck University of London is a comprehensive course that explores the intersections between education and neuroscience. Students will learn about the latest research in educational neuroscience, including the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying learning and teaching. The program covers topics such as memory, attention, emotion, and motivation, and how these factors impact student learning. Students will also gain practical experience in designing and implementing interventions based on educational neuroscience principles. This course is ideal for those interested in pursuing careers in education policy, research, or practice, and want to gain a deeper understanding of the complex cognitive and neural processes that underlie learning and teaching.

Additional Information

The MSc Educational Neuroscience program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in educational neuroscience and its applications. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and workshops, and includes guest lectures from leading experts in the field. Students will also have the opportunity to conduct original research under the supervision of faculty members, and present their findings at academic conferences.

Unlocking the Potential of Education: A Leading-Edge Approach at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is an ideal choice for students pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Neuroscience due to its strong reputation in the field of neuroscience and education. The university has a long history of interdisciplinary research and teaching, and offers state-of-the-art facilities and resources for studying educational neuroscience. Students will have access to cutting-edge equipment and software, as well as opportunities to collaborate with faculty members and other students from diverse backgrounds.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our MSc Educational Neuroscience will provide you with experience of both in-depth theory and hands-on research in the emerging area of educational neuroscience. It covers: -the critical appreciation of existing research and research methods, including neuroimaging methods -running a neuroimaging study -the biological basis of learning and development in children and its implications for the classroom -the relation between genes, brain, and cognitive development -managing and reporting on an extended research project -subject-specific IT skills. If you would like to carry out research in the emerging area of educational neuroscience or any area of developmental psychology, education, or developmental cognitive neuroscience, either at the Ph.D. level or in the private sector, then the MSc will prepare you with a range of appropriate research skills and practical experience. Graduates go into careers in psychology, education, and policy development. Possible professions include child/youth psychologist or teacher. This degree can also be useful in becoming a special educational needs teacher, learning mentor, or youth worker.

General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in psychology, social science, cognitive science, speech/communication science, neuroscience, or related disciplines.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests.

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