Neuroscience postgraduate courses

Neuroscience MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Train across the breadth of sensory neuroscience and learn about the molecular, cell and developmental biology of auditory and visual systems, ready to make a difference as a research leader in the field.

Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Develop the essential skills required for each step of the translational pathway of cell and gene therapy products, from discovery and vector design through to clinical trials and market authorisation. The course includes a 20-week hands-on project.

• Funding available

Clinical Neurology MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Gain practical clinical exposure and apply the fundamentals of neuroanatomy and physiology to understanding the clinical features of patients with neurological diseases. You'll attend hospital outpatient clinics, undertake hands-on neuroanatomy dissection and experience cutting-edge clinical research.

Translational Neuroscience MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Explore the latest advances in neuroscience. Your extensive lab training will prepare you to help tackle major healthcare challenges including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer's and motor neurone disease.

Neuroscience and Neurodegeneration MSc

• September 2023 start
• 3 years Part-time Distance learning Online learning

Learn about the clinical features, underlying causes and development of new treatments for neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neurone disease from experts at the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN). This is a part-time distance-learning course designed for those in employment.

Systems Neuroscience MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Explore the interactions between neural structures to understand how brain cells communicate and transform information to control the body. Learn about the core problems in systems neuroscience and develop your understanding of the disciplines and techniques used to address these problems.

Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Gain in-depth training in core aspects of contemporary neuroscience, from sensation and sensory processing to understanding complex brain functions and artificial intelligence. You'll work on a research project in cognitive neuroscience with a world-leading expert from the Department of Psychology and be prepared for a career in research, healthcare, industry or study to PhD level.

Cognitive Neuroscience and Human Neuroimaging MSc

• September 2023 start
• 1 year Full-time

Gain in-depth training in core aspects of cognitive neuroscience and human neuroimaging, enabling you to generate and interpret neurobiological data in order to draw conclusions from healthy and unhealthy brains. You'll develop skills in neuroimaging, neurophysiological data collection and analysis techniques, and practical neuroanatomy.