
Please note the course details apply to 2025 entry. Details for 2026 entry for our postgraduate courses will be published from mid-October 2025.
Please note the course details apply to 2025 entry. Details for 2026 entry for our postgraduate courses will be published from mid-October 2025.
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 will provide you with multidisciplinary training in a range of neuroscience topics, particularly those relevant to psychiatry, psychology and neurology. It seeks to equip graduates from a wide range of backgrounds for the next stage of their career, which may be either 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.
“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. ”
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. Students can chose their research project in the same subject area as their optional module (subject to conditions). We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported by innovative technology, incorporating elements of digital learning and assessment.
Home to the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
The normal minimum entry requirements are an undergraduate degree with 2:1 honours in a biological discipline; or a a medical degree (MBBS or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-biological degree or with a lower class may be considered.
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of at least three years duration), a postgraduate taught degree (of at least one year), or a PhD in a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
Please note that the two year part-time programme only runs on alternate years, the next intake is expected to be in September 2026
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Personal Statement | Yes |
A personal statement is required, answering the two questions detailed on the application form: Why are you applying for this specific programme, and how does it fit in with your future plans? How does your educational background or professional experience make you a suitable candidate for the programme? |
---|---|---|
Previous Academic Study | Yes | A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
References | Yes | One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. |
Other | Optional | You may also wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application |
You will learn through a mix of research-led lectures, seminars, tutorials and self-study.
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.
The course is divided into four taught and one research modules, totalling 180 credits.
Module name | Lectures (hours) | Seminars/tutorials (hours) | Field/lab/studio/supervised learning (hours) | Self-Study (hours) |
A1 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
A2 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
A3 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B4: Neurodegeneration Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B5: Neuroimaging: Investigating Brain Function and Dysfunction Research |
25
|
8
|
5
|
267
|
B7: Cognitive Neuroscience Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B8: Neural Stem Cells and Nervous System Repair Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B9: Network Neuroscience and Artificial Intelligence |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
C1 Research Project in Neuroscience |
5 |
25 |
5 |
565 |
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Teaching
You’ll never have to rely on a textbook at King’s. All of our teaching team carry out their own research, so you’ll always be up to speed with the latest thinking in the field.
One day, you might be listening to someone who has recently given a TED talk on a ground-breaking topic. Another day, you might be listening to an academic who has just published a paper in a leading journal.
We focus on developing your practical skills too. For example, you’ll examine human brains from our Brain Bank, comparing healthy and unhealthy examples.
The primary methods of assessment for this course are written examinations, coursework and practical work. The study time and assessment methods typically give an indication of what to expect. However, these may vary depending upon the modules.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
The course is divided into taught and research modules. Over the course of your study you will take modules totaling 180 credits.
Full time and part time (year 1) required modules
Part -Time - Year 2 There are no required modules for the year.
Optional modules are structured differently for part time study. More details below.
Full Time Students take 30 credits from a choice of optional modules that may typically include:
Part Time - Year 2 Students take 30 credits from a choice of B optional modules, which are subject to availability. There are 2 alternative ways (paths) students can take their B optional modules:
Path 1 In Year 2 (Semester 1 - Autumn), students attend the “B1: Further Neuroscience” module. Students typically attend ONE day per week. Students can commence their research project at start of Semester 2 (Year 2).
Path 2 Students take one of the below options in Year 2 (Semester 2 - Spring). Note: these options require FULL-TIME attendance for the duration of the module. Students begin their research project at the end of Semester 2.
Research Project Module - Full Time and Part Time The research component will allow students to gain training and experience in hypothesis- driven academic research. Students can chose their research project in the same subject area as their optional module (subject to conditions).
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
This course provides excellent training for students who wish to pursue a broad range of careers including an academic or research career, or those who wish to enter medical school, the pharmaceutical industry, or train as clinical psychologists, or work as scientific writers.
Full time: £16,950 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £8,475 per year (2025/26)
Full time: £40,000 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £20,000 per year (2025/26)
These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.
If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
If you are a current undergraduate King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary this academic year, you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
IOPPN Postgraduate Taught Scholarships
Scholarships of £5000 are available for this programme for 2025/26 entry, to support students with the financial commitments of postgraduate study. the scholarships are available for all full-time Home and International fee status students, with a deadline to apply of Friday 21 February 2025 click here to find out more.
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
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. Students can chose their research project in the same subject area as their optional module (subject to conditions). We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported by innovative technology, incorporating elements of digital learning and assessment.
Home to the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
The normal minimum entry requirements are an undergraduate degree with 2:1 honours in a biological discipline; or a a medical degree (MBBS or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-biological degree or with a lower class may be considered.
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of at least three years duration), a postgraduate taught degree (of at least one year), or a PhD in a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk and a non-refundable application fee of £85 applies.
Please note that the two year part-time programme only runs on alternate years, the next intake is expected to be in September 2026
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Personal Statement | Yes |
A personal statement is required, answering the two questions detailed on the application form: Why are you applying for this specific programme, and how does it fit in with your future plans? How does your educational background or professional experience make you a suitable candidate for the programme? |
---|---|---|
Previous Academic Study | Yes | A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
References | Yes | One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. |
Other | Optional | You may also wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application |
You will learn through a mix of research-led lectures, seminars, tutorials and self-study.
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.
The course is divided into four taught and one research modules, totalling 180 credits.
Module name | Lectures (hours) | Seminars/tutorials (hours) | Field/lab/studio/supervised learning (hours) | Self-Study (hours) |
A1 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
A2 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
A3 Fundamental Neuroscience |
20 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B4: Neurodegeneration Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B5: Neuroimaging: Investigating Brain Function and Dysfunction Research |
25
|
8
|
5
|
267
|
B7: Cognitive Neuroscience Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B8: Neural Stem Cells and Nervous System Repair Research |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
B9: Network Neuroscience and Artificial Intelligence |
25 |
8 |
5 |
267 |
C1 Research Project in Neuroscience |
5 |
25 |
5 |
565 |
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Teaching
You’ll never have to rely on a textbook at King’s. All of our teaching team carry out their own research, so you’ll always be up to speed with the latest thinking in the field.
One day, you might be listening to someone who has recently given a TED talk on a ground-breaking topic. Another day, you might be listening to an academic who has just published a paper in a leading journal.
We focus on developing your practical skills too. For example, you’ll examine human brains from our Brain Bank, comparing healthy and unhealthy examples.
The primary methods of assessment for this course are written examinations, coursework and practical work. The study time and assessment methods typically give an indication of what to expect. However, these may vary depending upon the modules.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
The course is divided into taught and research modules. Over the course of your study you will take modules totaling 180 credits.
Full time and part time (year 1) required modules
Part -Time - Year 2 There are no required modules for the year.
Optional modules are structured differently for part time study. More details below.
Full Time Students take 30 credits from a choice of optional modules that may typically include:
Part Time - Year 2 Students take 30 credits from a choice of B optional modules, which are subject to availability. There are 2 alternative ways (paths) students can take their B optional modules:
Path 1 In Year 2 (Semester 1 - Autumn), students attend the “B1: Further Neuroscience” module. Students typically attend ONE day per week. Students can commence their research project at start of Semester 2 (Year 2).
Path 2 Students take one of the below options in Year 2 (Semester 2 - Spring). Note: these options require FULL-TIME attendance for the duration of the module. Students begin their research project at the end of Semester 2.
Research Project Module - Full Time and Part Time The research component will allow students to gain training and experience in hypothesis- driven academic research. Students can chose their research project in the same subject area as their optional module (subject to conditions).
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
This course provides excellent training for students who wish to pursue a broad range of careers including an academic or research career, or those who wish to enter medical school, the pharmaceutical industry, or train as clinical psychologists, or work as scientific writers.
Full time: £16,950 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £8,475 per year (2025/26)
Full time: £40,000 per year (2025/26)
Part time: £20,000 per year (2025/26)
These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.
If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Deposit payments are credited towards the total tuition fee payment.
The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.
If you are a current undergraduate King’s student in receipt of the King's Living Bursary this academic year, you are not required to pay a deposit to secure your place on the programme. Please note, this will not change the total fees payable for your chosen programme.
Please visit our web pages on fees and funding for more information.
IOPPN Postgraduate Taught Scholarships
Scholarships of £5000 are available for this programme for 2025/26 entry, to support students with the financial commitments of postgraduate study. the scholarships are available for all full-time Home and International fee status students, with a deadline to apply of Friday 21 February 2025 click here to find out more.
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
Full-time MSc:
We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed. We may need to request further information from you during the application process.
Our first application deadline is on 9 March 2025 (23:59 UK time).
The final application deadlines for this programme are:
After the first application deadline in March:
Part-time MSc:
This course is next expected to run in September 2026 and so, is not open for applications this year.
If you would like to ask for more details about the course please do get in touch with the Course Lead Dr Eamonn Walsh.
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