Neuroscience
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course introduces students to modern neuroscience, with a unique focus on clinical disorders of the central nervous system. Each module has been co-designed with research active clinicians, to provide a grounded understanding of each topic. Throughout your studies you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with neuroscience tools, preparing you for future careers or further study.
This course will introduce students to the field of neuroscience through the lens of clinical disorders of the central nervous system. It integrates clinical themes such as mental health, epilepsy, neurosurgery and pain, with foundational neuroscience and cutting-edge techniques. Building on partnerships with the Walton Centre (the UK’s only specialist hospital trust providing comprehensive neurology services) and Alder Hey Children‘s Hospital (one of Europe’s biggest and busiest children’s hospitals), this course is led by world-renowned clinical and scientific experts in the field.
Students will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in neuroscience tools, treatment approaches and advanced research methods including neuroimaging and statistical analysis. This programme has a unique focus on patient experiences and ensures a well-rounded understanding of neurological conditions and the basic science techniques used to study them, preparing graduates for future careers or further study in neuroscience or related disciplines. Teaching will involve in-person lectures, workshops, seminars and practical sessions.
The programme culminates in the research project, where students will be able to deepen their understanding and passion for the topic via hands-on neuroscience research. The programme is designed for graduates with a range of first degrees in topics such as the STEM subjects (e.g. psychology, physics, biosciences, medicine), allied health-related subjects (e.g. radiography, nursing, physiotherapy), and sports science. No previous experience in neuroscie
Key highlights
- Unique focus on clinical disorders of the central nervous system
- Modules co-designed with research-active clinicians
- Partnerships with the Walton Centre and Alder Hey Children's Hospital
- Covers mental health, epilepsy, neurosurgery and pain
- Hands-on training in neuroimaging, statistical analysis and neuroscience tools
- Culminates in a hands-on neuroscience research project
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant subject; or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Neuroscience research assistant
- Clinical research associate
- Neuroimaging technician
- Clinical trials coordinator
- Research scientist (PhD route)
- Medical science liaison
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £15,000; Part-time: £7,500 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Part-time: £16,000
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 University of Liverpool, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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