PG Diploma (Postgraduate Diploma) Applied Neuropsychology
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The PG Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time program providing students with core skills and knowledge in clinical neuropsychology, aligning with British Psychological Society guidelines. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, and clinical tutorials, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of neuropsychological disorders, assessment methods, and rehabilitation techniques, preparing them for further clinical training or research careers. Graduates may qualify for retrospective recognition by the BPS, reducing time and expenses towards specialist registration.
Program Outline
The PG Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time program that provides students with the core skills and knowledge related to the theory and practice of clinical neuropsychology. The program is delivered in partnership with North Bristol NHS Trust and covers content dictated by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Objectives:
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of neuropsychological disorders and pathologies
- To develop students' skills in neuropsychological assessment, formulation, and rehabilitation
- To prepare students for further clinical training or research careers in neuropsychology
Program Description:
The program consists of six taught units:
- Applied Clinical Neuropsychology and Principles of Neuropsychological Assessment
- Functional Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience Methods and Issues in Neuropsychology
- Theoretical and Clinical Neuropsychology
- Development and Rehabilitation
- Evidence Based Neuropsychology
- Case Study
Outline:
Program Content:
The program covers a range of topics in neuropsychology, including:
- Neuropsychological disorders and pathologies
- Principles of neuropsychological assessment
- Neuroanatomy
- Neuroscience methods
- Theories of brain function
- Rehabilitation techniques
Course Schedule:
The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and clinical tutorials. Lectures and seminars are typically held once a week during term time.
Individual Modules:
- Applied Clinical Neuropsychology and Principles of Neuropsychological Assessment: This module covers a range of common neuropsychological disorders and also considers the principles of patient assessment and interpretation of neuropsychological tests.
- Functional Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience Methods and Issues in Neuropsychology: This module has two components. The first component considers a range of neuroscientific techniques and their utility in understanding brain function and dysfunction. The second component covers a range of issues frequently encountered in clinical neuropsychology, such as pain and cognition, PTSD, performance validity testing, and functional neurological disorders.
- Theoretical and Clinical Neuropsychology: This module covers theories of brain function (for example, emotion and cognition, language, ageing) and also considers the interface between clinical neuropsychology and other allied disciplines (such as neurosurgery, clinical imaging).
- Development and Rehabilitation: This module considers a range of rehabilitation techniques and places these in the context of the recovery journey.
- Evidence Based Neuropsychology: This module involves critical reviews of peer-reviewed papers.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program is taught by a team of practicing clinicians and academics. Around 80% of the taught content is delivered by practicing clinicians.
Faculty:
The program is led by Dr. Sarah Wilson, a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and Senior Lecturer in Clinical Neuropsychology. Other members of the teaching team include Dr. David Wilkinson, Dr. Emma Williams, and Dr. Richard Henson.
Unique Approaches:
The program provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience through weekly clinical tutorials.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
The program prepares students for a range of career paths in neuropsychology, including:
- Clinical neuropsychologist
- Research neuropsychologist
- Assistant psychologist This could save around two years of study time and cost of paying for a BPS-accredited Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program have gone on to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and research institutions.
Other:
World-Leading Research:
The University of Bristol is ranked fifth for research in the UK (Times Higher Education). 94% of the university's research is assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
International Students:
There is also an online version of this program for international students wishing to study from their home country.
UK: full-time £10,900 per year UK: part-time (two years) £5,450 per year Overseas: full-time £21,200 per year
