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Tuition USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Deadline 2004-02-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Kingston, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Neuroscience at University of Rhode Island is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences, 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 States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Kingston, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Neuroscience programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. NEU 503: Introduction to the Neurosciences I
  2. NEU 502:Neurosciences II
  3. NEU 504: Neuroethics
  4. NEU 587: Seminar in Neurobiology
  5. NEU 591 Special Projects in Neuroscience Laboratory in student\x92s primary area of research (2-3 cr, dependent on instructor and course)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants must meet all general admission requirements specified by the Graduate School. In addition, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (verbal and quantitative sections) and a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in the sciences (or related disciplines) are required.Candidates lacking undergraduate courses in organic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, mathematics through introductory calculus, statistics, and fundamental courses in biological sciences may be required to make up deficiencies without graduate credit.International students are strongly advised to carefully read and follow the application instructions provided by the URI Graduate School.Personal StatementPlease tell us about how you became interested in neuroscience, and how you have pursued that interest thus far. If you have research experience, please describe the projects that you have participated in, including what your contributions were, and what you learned from the experience.It is important to identify potential faculty mentors before applying. Please take some time to review the faculty bios. Be sure to indicate in your personal statement which professors you would be interested in working with, and why they are a match for your skills and research interests.Tell us what attracts you to the INP in particular, and why you believe this program will help you towards your professional goals.Letters of RecommendationLetters of recommendation should come from college/university faculty who have direct knowledge of your academic ability and performance. If you have relevant research experience, we would like to see letters from the individuals who supervised your research. Letters from someone who has supervised you in a job or internship in a related field are also encouraged.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Rhode Island 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.

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Kingston, United States

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2004-02-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
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