MSc Clinical Neurology
Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health
Enhance your career with a masters in a specialist field. Our courses are backed by world-class interdisciplinary research.
About the course1 year full-time Lead academic: Dr Christopher McDermott This course will enable you to apply the fundamentals of neuro-anatomy and physiology to better understand the clinical features of patients with neurological disease and learn how insights from the laboratory are translated into benefits for patients. You'll have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to patients with neurological disease in small group teaching sessions and clinics. In the final term you may undertake a research option (Route A) or a Clinical Neurolog y Experiential Learning Module (CNELM) (Route B). Students opting for Route A will choose either a laboratory-based or clinical research project based at SITraN. Students opting for Route B will attend additional specialist clinics with patient-centred teaching from experts in the field who will emphasise recent advances in clinical practice. Entry requirementsFor Route A you'll need a 2:1 BSc degree in a biomedical science/health care subject or an MBChB degree. For Route B you'll need an MBChB degree and be eligible for GMC registration. English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading, 6.0 in Writing, 7.0 in Listening and 6.0 in Speaking, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
Core modulesFour taught modules worth 30 credits each are undertaken during the Autumn and Spring terms:
Complementing the taught modules is a comprehensive programme of clinical demonstrations, integrated learning activities, themed clinics and neuro- anatomy dissection (Spring Term) where students will be able to apply the taught theory and further substantiate their understanding of the topic area being studied. Optional modulesEither a research project (Route A) or a Clinical Neurology Experiential Learning Module (CNELM) (Route B) worth 60 credits is completed in the summer term. In the third semester you'll need to select one of three 60 credit options. Route A:
or Route B: Clinical Neurology Experiential Learning Module (CNELM). The CNELM is assessed by means of a portfolio (30 credits) and a 6,000-word dissertation (30 credits) on an aspect of the sub-speciality chosen for the module. The portfolio will contain a reflective log, anonymised details of cases seen and work-based assessments. Students will be expected to have covered core sub- speciality spread of cases. TeachingThe taught component of the MSc is delivered through:
AssessmentEach of the 30-credit modules is assessed using a formal examination (15 credits) and on-going assessments during the module (15 credits), including essays and oral presentations. The research project (Route A) is assessed from the written dissertation and viva voce examination. The CNELM (Route B) is assessed by means of a portfolio (30 credits) and a 6,000-word dissertation (30 credits) on an aspect of the sub-speciality chosen for the module. Fees and fundingFinancial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: Dr Christopher McDermott |
Our study environmentYou'll be based in teaching hospitals that serve a population of over half a million people and refer a further two million. This means your study is rooted in a working medical community, and strongly linked with the University’s other health-related schools. We are awarded research funding from many sources, including the NIHR, MRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, the Department of Health, EU, prominent charities such as the Wellcome Trust, ARC, YRC, Cancer Research UK and BHF. Our partners and sponsors include Novartis, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Astra Zeneca and Eli Lilly. You'll also benefit from our active collaboration with the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Our MRC Centre for Developmental and Biomedical Genetics has some of the finest research facilities in the UK and attracts annual funding of more than £2m. Clinical and basic scientists work alongside each other. It's an environment with plenty of opportunities to exchange ideas.Our resourcesWe have a state-of-the-art biorepository and a £30m stem cell laboratory. The Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) opened in November 2010. We also have microarray, genetics, histology, flow cytometry and high-throughput screening technology, and the latest equipment for bone and oncology research. At our Clinical Research Facility, you'll be able to conduct studies with adult patients and volunteers. The Sheffield Children’s Hospital houses a complementary facility for paediatric experimental medical research. Hepatitis B policyIf your course involves a significant risk of exposure to human blood or other body fluids and tissue, you’ll need to complete a course of Hepatitis B immunisation before starting. We conform to national guidelines that are in place to protect patients, health care workers and students. CRB checkA Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check will be required for applicants choosing a Route A research project with patient contact or the Route B Clinical Neurology Experiential Learning Module (CNELM). Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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