MA Educational Neuroscience
Course overview
This MA in Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck University, London, is offered jointly by Birkbeck and the UCL Institute of Education (IOE). It studies how understanding the brain can help make teaching better (Educational Neuroscience). The course gives students experience in both detailed ideas and practical research from a top centre in the field. The MA is ideal for teachers, psychologists, and policymakers who want more knowledge, while the MSc path prepares students for careers in research or further study, such as a PhD.
Classes for this course are held at both the Birkbeck and UCL Institute of Education (IOE) campuses. They are scheduled during the daytime and evening, which helps students who need to manage other duties alongside their studies. Students will learn through lectures, seminars, group discussions, and practical laboratory sessions. Their grade will be based on writing several essays, completing statistics work, giving a research presentation, and writing a significant 10,000-word research paper.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in subjects such as psychology, social science, cognitive science, or neuroscience.
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If a candidate holds a good degree in education but lacks a background in science or psychology, they will need to complete the Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology first.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score the equivalent of an IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in each sub-test.
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The university also accepts equivalent scores from other recognised English language tests.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MA Educational Neuroscience from Birkbeck University, London can pursue career paths such as:
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Child/Youth Psychologist
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Teacher
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Special Educational Needs Teacher
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Educational Consultant
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Policy Work And The Civil Service
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students enrolling in the full-time MA Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck University, London is £20,850. Fees are subject to annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this MA in Educational Neuroscience from Birkbeck University, London, applicants must apply directly to Birkbeck using the online application link found on the course page. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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