Master in Neuroscience MSc

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Sep 11, 2027; tuition is £32,000 full-time / £16,000 part-time per year (International).

About this course

This course introduces students to modern neuroscience, with a unique focus on clinical disorders of the central nervous system. Each module has been co-designed with research-active clinicians, to provide a grounded understanding of each topic. Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with neuroscience tools, preparing you for future careers or further study.

This course integrates clinical themes such as mental health, epilepsy, neurosurgery, and pain with foundational neuroscience and cutting-edge techniques. Building on partnerships with the Walton Centre and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, this course is taught by world-renowned experts.

Students will gain first-hand experience in neuroscience tools, treatment approaches, and research methods, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of neurological conditions. Teaching methods include lectures, workshops, and practical sessions, culminating in a research project that allows students to deepen their knowledge.

Who is this course for?

The programme is designed for graduates from a range of STEM subjects, allied health-related fields, and sports science. No previous neuroscience experience is necessary.

What you'll learn

• Electrophysiology, cell firing, EEG, and neurosurgery
• Pain management techniques and disorders
• Cognitive and mental health neuroscience
• Treatment approaches and neuropsychological assessment
• Brain disease and infection
• Functional neuroimaging tools and techniques

The University of Liverpool, founded in 1882 and located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, is a research-intensive institution with a global student body of around 32,000, including approximately 17,700 international students. The university offers a wide range of programs—over 200—across sciences, engineering, humanities, health and business, combining rigorous academics with practical industry links. Its historic campus and city connections provide a lively cultural setting and strong transport links across the UK and beyond.

Research and employability are central to the Liverpool experience, with interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities embedded in many degrees. Students benefit from modern facilities, dedicated career services and a supportive academic community that helps translate theory into professional practice. The university's global networks also create exchange and collaboration pathways for study abroad and joint research.

International students receive comprehensive support from pre-arrival guidance to on-campus services, including English language support, visa advice and student societies that foster social integration. Liverpool’s affordable living costs relative to other UK cities, combined with its cultural life and sporting traditions, make it attractive to students seeking a balanced academic and social experience. The University of Liverpool is well-suited to ambitious students aiming for impactful research, strong career outcomes and a cosmopolitan student life.