MSc in Behavioural Neuroscience
Advanced education and training exploring the relationship between human behaviour and brain function at University College Dublin.
Best for:Best for psychology and neuroscience graduates seeking advanced specialisation in brain-behaviour relationships.
Overview
The MSc in Behavioural Neuroscience at University College Dublin delivers advanced academic and practical training focusing on human behaviour and its neurological foundations. The programme is designed for graduates in psychology, neuroscience, or cognate disciplines seeking specialised knowledge in brain-behaviour relationships. Students engage in rigorous coursework and structured learning activities to develop comprehensive analytical and theoretical competencies. Successful completion equips participants with a robust foundation for academic research or professional roles in science and healthcare sectors.
What you'll do
- Attend advanced lectures and seminars in behavioural neuroscience and related disciplines
- Engage in laboratory or research project work as part of the programme curriculum
- Complete written assignments, examinations, and continuous assessment tasks
- Review and critically evaluate primary scientific literature in neuroscience
- Synthesize research findings into formal reports and a master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: Primary degree with at least upper second class honours or international equivalent in Psychology or Neuroscience, or a Higher Diploma in Psychology, or a cognate area providing appropriate background.
Degree offered: MSc
Language: English; IELTS 7.0 with no band less than 6.5 in each element, or equivalent
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in psychology, neuroscience, or a cognate discipline
- Demonstrated ability to critically analyse scientific literature
- Proficiency in written and oral scientific communication in English
- Foundational knowledge of research methods in behavioural or brain sciences
- Open to domestic EEA applicants and international non-EU applicants
- Applicants must hold an upper second class honours primary degree or equivalent
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-03-20
Applicants must submit their application online through the official University College Dublin graduate admissions portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts, certificates, and English language proficiency test scores are uploaded prior to the closing date. Review the official UCD registry pages for specific guidelines on supporting documentation and potential recognition of prior learning.
- CV
- Primary degree transcripts
- English language test scores
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