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University of Sheffield: Translational Neuroscience
Institution | University of Sheffield |
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Department | Medicine and Population Health |
Web | http://www.sheffield.ac.uk |
transneuro@sheffield.ac.uk | |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Designed for students interested in gaining the practical, lab-based skills necessary to understand neurological diseases at the molecular and cellular level and how to apply this knowledge to benefit patients.
**Course description**
Lead academic: Dr Julie Simpson
This course gives you the opportunity to explore the latest advances in neuroscience and their impact on patients. It includes extensive laboratory training so you can help tackle major healthcare challenges including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer's and motor neurone disease.
You will cover a range of topics, from fundamental neurobiology and molecular biology, and the structure and function of the human brain, to how this knowledge is used to develop new therapies for nervous system diseases and put into practice by clinicians.
The course is led by leading experts in both basic and clinical science and puts a significant emphasis on the development of practical skills that scientists use to understand neurological diseases, such as microscopy, neuroimaging and molecular pathology. The biggest part will be your research project where you will work as part of a team of professional scientists to test a specific scientific hypothesis.
As a Translational Neuroscience student at the University of Sheffield, you will be based within the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) – an internationally recognised centre of excellence, where top researchers are working on groundbreaking treatments to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative disorders.
**Intercalation**
We accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. Find out more on the School of Medicine and Population Health website.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You'll need a minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant science subject (eg Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Science or Medicine). A 2:2 degree may be acceptable depending on an interview and assessment of your previous experience in areas related to the course. We also accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
Summary
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.
**Course description**
Lead academic: Dr Julie Simpson
This course gives you the opportunity to explore the latest advances in neuroscience and their impact on patients. It includes extensive laboratory training so you can help tackle major healthcare challenges including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer's and motor neurone disease.
You will cover a range of topics, from fundamental neurobiology and molecular biology, and the structure and function of the human brain, to how this knowledge is used to develop new therapies for nervous system diseases and put into practice by clinicians.
The course puts a significant emphasis on the development of practical skills that scientists use to understand neurological diseases, such as microscopy, neuroimaging and molecular pathology. You can also complete a neuroanatomy dissection to help you develop a detailed working knowledge of the human brain.
The course is led by leading experts in both basic and clinical science. The biggest part will be your research project, where you will work as part of a team of professional scientists to answer an unanswered question in neuroscience.
As a Translational Neuroscience student at the University of Sheffield, you will be based within the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) – an internationally recognised centre of excellence, where top researchers are working on groundbreaking treatments to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative disorders.
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You'll need a minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant science subject (eg Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Science or Medicine). A 2:2 degree may be acceptable depending on an interview and assessment of your previous experience in areas related to the course. We also accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. |
Fees
England | 11350 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 11350 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 11350 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 11350 GBP for Year 1 |
EU | 28700 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 28700 GBP for Year 1 |
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