The MSc Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Reading offers you a deep dive into the intricate workings of the brain and its relationship with behaviour. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you are looking to build a strong foundation for doctoral research or a career in fields such as clinical psychology or neuroscience. You will gain critical insights into theories and models about the brain, exploring current issues and debates. This course is designed for those eager to understand perception, neurocognitive disorders, and lifespan development through rigorous academic study and practical application.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over one year, engaging with compulsory modules such as Gathering Data for Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience, and Analysing Data Using R. You will develop practical skills in gathering and analysing fMRI and EEG data, and programming experiments using Matlab with Psychtoolbox. The course culminates in an Empirical Project and a Research Placement, allowing you to design and conduct your own research. You will graduate with advanced analytical abilities and research methodologies, prepared for further academic study or careers in research and related industries.