MSc Clinical Neuropsychology

Program Overview

The Clinical Neuropsychology MSc(MedSci)/PgDip program provides specialized knowledge in clinical neuropsychology for healthcare professionals and researchers, particularly those based in Scotland. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, it serves as the underpinning knowledge component of the Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN). Graduates are eligible for entry to the British Psychological Society Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists and have pursued diverse roles within the NHS.

Program Outline

Clinical Neuropsychology MSc(MedSci)/PgDip

Degree Overview:

This program is designed for those eligible for registration in the UK's Health Professions Council as a clinical psychologist. It provides specialized knowledge in clinical neuropsychology for both healthcare professionals and researchers, particularly those based in Scotland. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society Division of Neuropsychology. It also serves as the underpinning knowledge component of the Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN).

Outline:

• Program Duration:
The MSc(MedSci) duration is 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time. The PgDip can be completed in 24-48 months part-time.
• Teaching format:
Courses are usually offered in blocks of two weeks, each comprising two courses on specific subject areas in clinical neuropsychology.

Assessment:

Assessment methods employed in the program include written essays and examinations.

Teaching:

• Faculty:
Courses are delivered by subject specialists; both clinical academics from the University and specialist academics from other locations in the UK and internationally

Careers:

• Completion of the program allows entry to the British Psychological Society Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
• Previous graduates have progressed to diverse roles within the NHS including:
• clinical psychologist
• clinical teacher
• neuropsychologist

Other:

• Applications for students who met any widening participation criteria at the undergraduate level are particularly welcomed.
• The University offers up to 5 scholarships specifically for this program, intended to support high achieving students from Africa in furthering their knowledge and positively contributing to their home communities upon completion of their studies.

Tuition fees for 2024-25 MSc(MedSci) UK Full-time fee: £10650 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £28260 PgDip UK Full-time fee: £7100 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £18840 Deposits International and EU applicants are required to pay a deposit within four weeks of an offer being made. The deposit for the MSc is £2000 and deposit for the PgDip is £1400. Additional fees Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £370 Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £350 Registration/exam only fee: £170