Aston University

Neuroscience for Drug Discovery

Aston UniversityBirmingham, United Kingdom

Course overview

As a Neuroscience for Drug Discovery MSc student at Aston, you’ll be part of an innovative programme that integrates fundamental neuroscience with translational medical research. You’ll be encouraged to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and the development of novel therapeutic interventions, gaining the insight and skills needed to drive real-world impact in healthcare and drug development.

Key highlights

  • Integrates fundamental neuroscience with translational medical research
  • Bridges laboratory discoveries and development of novel therapeutic interventions
  • Builds skills for real-world impact in healthcare and drug development

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent

Careers this course leads to

  • Neuroscience research scientist
  • Drug discovery scientist
  • Pharmacologist
  • Clinical research associate
  • Research assistant
  • PhD researcher in neuroscience

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,500 per year | International: £24,800 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aston University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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