Neuroscience MSc
University of Sussex
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MSc - Master of Science

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Neuroscientists investigate the mind and brain – from molecules to behaviour. Neuroscience research has a great many applications, from medicine to artificial intelligence.With over 50 research groups on campus, Sussex Neuroscience is one of the largest and most interconnected neuroscience communities in the UK. On this course, you’ll be based in the School of Life Sciences and become a valuable part of our community. Our expertise spans a wide range of approaches to modern neuroscience ...Read more

Neuroscientists investigate the mind and brain – from molecules to behaviour. Neuroscience research has a great many applications, from medicine to artificial intelligence.With over 50 research groups on campus, Sussex Neuroscience is one of the largest and most interconnected neuroscience communities in the UK. On this course, you’ll be based in the School of Life Sciences and become a valuable part of our community. Our expertise spans a wide range of approaches to modern neuroscience including:sensory processingneural circuitssynapses and ion channelsneurodegeneration.On the MSc, you’ll be taught and supervised by our research-intensive faculty:our core modules encourage you to explore cellular and systems neurosciencea range of options allows you to choose topics that interest you the mostthe research project is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for you to work closely with one of our research groups.On graduation, you’ll have valuable transferrable skills for a career in the science sector and beyond.

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WUSCA ranking:
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39/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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32nd
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43rd
What students say
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Ruby
01 Dec 25

The campus is located very close to Falmer station and has quick and easy bus routes into Brighton which is handy. There are always fun events happening run by the students union...Read more

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Effy
01 Dec 25

Overall, studying Neuroscience at my university has been a genuinely positive experience, especially as an international student adjusting to a new academic environment. One of..Read more

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant science subject such as neuroscience, biological psychology, biochemistry, or biology. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

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£12,550 per year

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£12,550 per year

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£12,550 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

£26,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£27,300 per year

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University of Sussex
Sussex House, Falmer Brighton United Kingdom BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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