The Applied Clinical Neuropsychology (M.Sc.) at Trinity College Dublin is designed for psychology graduates seeking to deepen their understanding of brain-behaviour relationships and their clinical applications. This postgraduate programme addresses the growing need for specialists who can assess, diagnose, and manage neurological disorders. You will explore critical areas such as acquired brain injury, neurodegenerative conditions, and neurovascular disorders, gaining insights from experts in neurology, neuropsychology, and neuroscience. This Masters degree provides a robust foundation for those aspiring to a career as a clinical neuropsychologist or researcher in this vital field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, comprising 10 x 5 ECTS modules, one 10 ECTS module, and a 30 ECTS research dissertation, totalling 90 ECTS. Your learning experience will encompass historical perspectives, neuroanatomy, neuroscience, neuroimaging for clinical research, and applied clinical psychology, alongside advanced research methods. You will engage with innovative assessment techniques and have the opportunity for clinical shadowing visits in local teaching hospitals. You will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary for further clinical training or entry into a Ph.D. research programme, enhancing your career prospects in clinical research or clinical neuropsychology environments.