Taught course

Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Institution
University of York · Department of Psychology
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

2:2 or equivalent in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology or a relevant discipline. We will be looking for evidence of strong marks in relevant modules including: biological psychology, neuroanatomy, developmental psychology, neuroscience related modules, and research methods and statistics.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Developmental cognitive neuroscience explores how the mind changes as children grow up, examining the environmental and biological influences on the developing brain.

You'll be provided with perspectives from developmental cognitive neuroscience and developmental and cognitive psychology, and receive hands-on training in brain imaging methods.

You'll explore topical issues such as the neural bases of perceiving, acting in the physical and social world, the development of emotion regulation and pro-social behaviour, and neuroeducation.

Information for international students

If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:

IELTS (Academic and Indicator) 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component

For more information see our postgraduate English language requirements.

Fees and funding

UK students
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/
International students
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Silke Goebel
Email
silke.goebel@york.ac.uk