Overview

Scholarships available, see Fees & Funding section for more information.

**We are proud to have been awarded an IoPPN Excellence Award in 2022/2023 for student satisfaction based on the Postgraduate Taught Education Survey (PTES)**

Our Neuroscience MSc course offers multidisciplinary training in a range of neuroscience topics, particularly those relevant to psychiatry, psychology and neurology. It prepares graduates from diverse backgrounds for the next stage of their careers, whether that be further full-time study in a neuroscience-related academic research environment, or employment in an academic, clinical or pharmaceutical organisation.

Please note that the two year part-time programme runs on alternate years. The next intake is expected to be September 2026.

Key benefits

  • Attracts students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Provides specialised graduate training in several neuroscience fields, both clinical and non-clinical.
  • Prepares all graduates for the next stage of their careers. The research-led teaching equips graduates for careers in a broad range of sectors, including academic research, medical, and pharmaceutical environments, and scientific publishing.
  • Based at King's Denmark Hill campus, you will be part of a large mental health and neuroscience community where students, researchers and clinicians work side by side. Close links with NHS partners such as South London and Maudsley bring real-world clinical perspectives into your learning, while the smaller, specialist campus helps you build strong connections with staff and peers, in a focused environment just ten minutes by train from central London.
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I would recommend the MSc Neuroscience and studying at the IoPPN to anyone with a passion for the subject, no matter the background! I was given an incredible opportunity in undertaking the course, exploring my interests within neuroscience and making connections that led to most of the opportunities I have today.
Elena
ElenaPast student, Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner/GSTT Guy’s Cancer Centre, Head & Neck Clinical Trials

Course essentials

Our Neuroscience course features three core fundamental modules, followed by one optional module of your choice, and concludes with a research project lasting approximately 20-weeks.

We employ a delivery method designed to provide a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching is complemented and supported by innovative technology, incorporating elements of digital learning and assessment.

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Base campus

Students outside the main building at Denmark Hill

Denmark Hill Campus

Denmark Hill, in Southwark, London, is a vibrant area known for its historical landmarks and green spaces. Home to King's College and the Maudsley Hospitals, it also features Ruskin Park, named after John Ruskin, and the Camberwell College of Arts.