MSc Clinical & Developmental Neuropsychology(16 month)

Bournemouth University

A course with diverse modules, focusing on the normal and abnormal changes that occur in the human brain from childhood through to adulthood through to old age.

Why study MSc Clinical & Developmental Neuropsychology at BU?

• Benefit from the expert knowledge of our academics who conduct cutting-edge research in rare cognitive neuropsychological disorders as well as more common clinical and neuropsychological conditions
• Study a variety of modules ranging from diagnostic assessments and treatments of patients with brain injury to units on neural and cognitive development in childhood, including atypical developments like dyslexia, autism and ADHD
• Learn transferable skills such as interpreting, presenting and writing research as well as writing specific research and grant proposals
• Apply for a highly-competitive placement, which will take place in either a specialist education or clinical setting, and gain valuable experience learning from professionals working in these fields
• Gain a unique and relevant qualification if you wish to become a researcher in this area and/or seek further professional development
• Opportunity to work with the Psychology Research Group at BU, offering invaluable experience for those wanting to do PhD-level research.

Placement opportunities

We have strong collaborations with local placement providers and clinical partners giving you the opportunity to enhance your employability post graduation.

Careers

This course emphasises core practical skills, which will give you extra marketability in a competitive professional arena, and provide you with a route into a successful and rewarding career.

Please see our website for the application deadlines. You should apply as early as possible to be considered for your course of choice. If you require a student visa, apply for the visa as soon as you have an unconditional offer and receive your CAS. There may be delays in visa processing in your country and you need to be in Bournemouth ready to study for the start of term.