Program Overview
The Neuroscience at University of Sussex is a MRes programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Neuroscience programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Brighton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Neuroscience programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Techniques in Neuroscience
- Current Topics in Neuroscience
- Life Sciences Master of Science Research Proposal
- Life Sciences MSci/MRes Research Project 1
- Neuroscience Research Project 2
- Advanced Research Methods in Psychology
- Computational Neuroscience
- Development of the Nervous System
- Drug Addiction and its Treatment
- Endocrinology and Disease
- Ethics, Philosophy and Methods of Research
- Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A first- or upper second-class undergraduate honours degree in psychology, neuroscience or a closely related subject.
Additional entry information
If you are a non-EEA or Swiss national we must receive your application by 1 August because you will need to obtain clearance by the UK Government Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) for this degree. Find out more about ATAS.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sussex directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Sussex
University of Sussex
Moffat, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline 1 August 2026
- Start Date 21 January 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months