Clinical Neuropsychology Knowledge and Practice MSc(MedSci)

Course description

The development of this new combined Knowledge & Practice programme is a major benefit for Clinical Psychologists in the UK looking to develop specialist knowledge and skills in the field. Our programme has an exceptionally strong reputation for the standard of training we offer, but to date this has been limited to the underpinning knowledge component of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN). The new combined programme adds the clinical practice component to our existing BPS accredited programme.

**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**

- Top 10 in UK for Psychology (Complete University Guide 2021).

- This programme has an exceptionally strong reputation for the standard of its teaching and organisation.

- Lectures are given by subject specialists meaning that knowledge is always up to date, with many of those delivering lectures being research leaders in the field of clinical neuropsychology and related disciplines.

- Designed to provide eligibility for entry to the BPS Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.

- Experience the opportunity to learn from both lecturers and peers, and to develop links with colleagues from around the UK, Ireland and other parts of the world.

**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**
A range of learning and teaching approaches will be used including: lectures, tutorials, clinical case discussion, small group problem-based learning and online learning resources.

**Core Courses**
CONTEXT AND PERSPECTIVES IN CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
PROFESSIONAL ISSUES AND RESEARCH DESIGN IN CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
NEUROSCIENCES FOR CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
EPILEPSY, SEIZURE AND SLEEP DISORDERS AND CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY AND CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
DEGENERATIVE CONDITIONS AND CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
STROKE AND CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
PAEDIATRIC NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS AND CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY
CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY PRACTICE

This programme is designed to provide training in the underpinning knowledge and practice of Clinical Neuropsychology in order to meet the requirements for entry to the British Psychological Society Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.

Subjects

• Neurobiology
• Clinical psychology