Course Overview

• Benefit from the expert knowledge of our academics, which conduct cutting-edge research in rare cognitive neuropsychological disorders as well as more common clinical and neuropsychological conditions 

• Study a variety of modules ranging from diagnostic assessments and treatments of patients with brain injury to units on neural and cognitive development in childhood, including atypical actions like dyslexia, autism, and ADHD  

• Learn transferable skills such as interpreting, presenting, and writing research, as well as writing specific research and grant proposals 

• Apply for a highly-competitive placement, which will take place in either a special education or clinical setting, and gain valuable experience learning from professionals working in these fields 

• Gain a unique and relevant qualification if you wish to become a researcher in this area and seek further professional development  

• Opportunity to work with the Psychology Research Group at BU, offering invaluable experience for those wanting PhD-level research. 

General Eligibility

The standard requirements for embarking upon this degree are:

• A bachelor's Honours degree with 2:2, or equivalent in a required subject.

• Required subjects include Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Statistics.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

• IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.