Neuroscience 12 months Postgraduate Program By Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin |Top Universities
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Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

24,800 EURTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

28 Jun, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The M.Sc. in Neuroscience studies the functioning of the nervous system at all levels, from the molecules that make up individual nerve cells, to the complexities of animal and human behaviour. A major focus is on the molecular, biochemical and cellular basis of neurotransmission and synaptic function. The course also covers the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacological treatment of psychiatric, neurodegenerative and neurological disorders.
The course provides students with a broad based appreciation of the neurosciences, and in-depth instruction in certain specialised areas of neuroscience from both a theoretical and practical standpoint. From a practical perspective the course involves in-depth instruction in novel methodologies used in neuroscience / biomedical research, including the fundamentals of molecular, biochemical, and cellular biology. In addition to neuroscience specific knowledge and skills, this M.Sc. programme also trains the student to become proficient in a range of transferable skills such as experimental design, data handling, research methods and written / oral communication skills. The course provides students with a well-balanced and integrated theoretical and practical knowledge of neuroscience, and to highlight the progress and intellectual challenges in this exciting and fast-developing discipline.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The M.Sc. in Neuroscience studies the functioning of the nervous system at all levels, from the molecules that make up individual nerve cells, to the complexities of animal and human behaviour. A major focus is on the molecular, biochemical and cellular basis of neurotransmission and synaptic function. The course also covers the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacological treatment of psychiatric, neurodegenerative and neurological disorders.
The course provides students with a broad based appreciation of the neurosciences, and in-depth instruction in certain specialised areas of neuroscience from both a theoretical and practical standpoint. From a practical perspective the course involves in-depth instruction in novel methodologies used in neuroscience / biomedical research, including the fundamentals of molecular, biochemical, and cellular biology. In addition to neuroscience specific knowledge and skills, this M.Sc. programme also trains the student to become proficient in a range of transferable skills such as experimental design, data handling, research methods and written / oral communication skills. The course provides students with a well-balanced and integrated theoretical and practical knowledge of neuroscience, and to highlight the progress and intellectual challenges in this exciting and fast-developing discipline.

Admission requirements

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Candidates must hold a third level qualification, ideally in Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Allied Health Sciences, Medicine or a related discipline. Applicants should have achieved at least an upper second-class (2.1) Honours bachelor degree or its equivalent.
28 Jun 2024
1 Year
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Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

11,820 EUR
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International Students

24,800 EUR
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We offer a wide variety of undergraduate degree programmes across our three faculties: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Engineering, Mathematics and Science; and Health Sciences. Many courses include optional modules, to help you tailor your degree to suit your interests, incorporating additional elements such as study abroad, innovation, internships or quantitative research methods.  These practical experiences help further boost your skills and enhance employability

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Tuition fees vary by course and length taken to complete. Please note fees are subject to change. Most undergraduate courses last four years. For a full list of course fees please visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments.

Trinity categorises students as either Irish/EU or non-EU international. Most international applicants apply as non-EU international students. Fee status is based on residency, not citizenship. You can determine your fee status here: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments.

An online application fee of €55 per course applied for is required for all courses. Please note the online application fee is non-refundable.

Scholarships

Funding opportunities for undergraduate students are detailed at: www.tcd.ie/study/undergraduate/scholarships-funding 

Trinity offers a number of scholarship opportunities specifically for international students each year. Find out more about these on our International Scholarships page at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/scholarships 

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Trinity College Dublin offers a range of taught Masters and Doctoral programmes across all the major disciplines including the arts and humanities, business, law, engineering, science, maths and health sciences. Find out more at www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate 

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Trinity is also home to 5 leading flagship research institutes:

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Tuition fees vary by programme and length taken to complete. Please note fees are subject to change. Most postgraduate Masters programmes last one year. For a full list of course fees please visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments. Trinity categorises students as either Irish/EU or non-EU international. Most international applicants apply as non-EU international students. Fee status is based on residency, not citizenship. You can determine your fee status here: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments. An online application fee of €55 per course applied for is required for all courses. Please note the online application fee is non-refundable.


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Funding opportunities for postgraduate students are detailed at: www.tcd.ie/study/postgraduate/scholarships-funding.Trinity offers a number of scholarship opportunities specifically for international students each year. Find out more about these on our International Scholarships page at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/scholarships/ 


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