MSci Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience (integrated masters) including year abroad - MSci
University of Essex
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Our Integrated Masters provides one of the most immersive and exciting experiences of studying the human mind in the UK through incorporating in-depth coverage of all areas of psychology and an exceptional understanding and practical skills in advanced research methods. This will include combining modules from existing courses and building on skills learned to an advanced level of research methods.Psychologists conduct experiments to study cognitive abilities such as how we perceive others, how ...Read more

Our Integrated Masters provides one of the most immersive and exciting experiences of studying the human mind in the UK through incorporating in-depth coverage of all areas of psychology and an exceptional understanding and practical skills in advanced research methods. This will include combining modules from existing courses and building on skills learned to an advanced level of research methods.Psychologists conduct experiments to study cognitive abilities such as how we perceive others, how we make decisions, how we remember or how we speak. Cognitive Neuroscientists link these questions directly to underlying brain processes: they make use of brain imaging techniques to answer which brain areas support these abilities. They also use time-sensitive imaging methodologies to explore the exact timing of these processes. Together, researchers from both disciplines aim to map the relationship between brain and behaviour.

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73/279
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54th
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Megan
12 Feb 26

The campus is very pretty! Lots of cafes, restaurants etc. Perhaps, if these places were a bit less expensive (and more student friendly it would be better). The student support..Read more

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Maria
11 Feb 26

architecture is brutalist need i say more. BUT very nice environment and student..Read more

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ABB - BBB Grades / Points required

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120 - 128 Grades / Points required

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D15M30 Grades / Points required

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30 - 32 Grades / Points required

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£22,100 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 8,776 – 14,995 Full time annual fee would be 22100, Student would pay 3,315 in their Year Abroad.

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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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