Clinical Neurology

at University of Sheffield

Program structure

Taught Modules

• Applied Neuroanatomy & Clinical Neuroscience - 30 Credits (Autumn Term)

• Cerebrovascular Disease and Disorders of Consciousness - 30 Credits (Autumn Term)

• Neuroinflammation (CNS) and diseases of the PNS - 30 Credits (Spring Term)

• Neurodegeneration - 30 Credits (Spring Term)

• Other MSc Programmed Activities during the Autumn and Spring Terms

Research Project Route A

In the third semester students on Route A of the MSc in Clinical Neurology select a 60 credit clinical research project which can be:

• Without patient contact, ranging from systematic reviews to analysis of existing data sets.

• With patient contact, ranging from face to face interviews to participating in new interventions

A limited number of laboratory-based projects may be available, based at the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN); a state-of-the-art translational neuroscience facility opened by Her Majesty the Queen in November 2010.

The research project is assessed from the written dissertation and research presentation.

Students will complete the externally recognised and accredited 'Good Clinical Practice' course as part of the preparation for their research project.

Research Project Route A

In the third semester students on Route B of the MSc in Clinical Neurology take the sixty credit Clinical Neurology Experiential Learning Module (CNELM).  Please note due to the limited places on this option, entry to this will be competitive.

Candidate undertaking the Clinical Neurology Experiential Learning Module [CNELM] are required to have an MBChB or equivalent degree and to be eligible for registration with the GMC and to have completed a CRB check. Students will attend additional specialist clinics with patient-centred teaching from experts in the field who will emphasise recent advances in clinical practice.

The CNELM is assessed by means of a portfolio (30 credits) and a 6000 word dissertation (30 credits) on an aspect of the sub-specialty chosen for the module. The portfolio will contain a reflective log, anonymised details of cases seen and work based assessments. Students will be expected to have covered a core sub-specialty spread of cases.

For Route A, you’ll need a 2:1 in an appropriate scientific subject, examples include Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Science and Medicine or an MBChB degree. Medical students can intercalate after completion of three years of their medical degree.

For Route B, you’ll need an MBChB degree, be an intercalating medic and you must be eligible for GMC registration.

All students will require a DBS check and honorary contract with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (arranged on arrival).

Entry requirements for international students

Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Other English language qualifications we accept

• Home : £12,250 per year

• Overseas : £28,500 per year

After successfully completing your course, graduates have had the opportunity to find work in a wide variety of areas and industries:

• Medicine (if you are a MBChB Medicine graduate)

• NHS Scientific Training Programme in Neurophysiology and Audiology

• Clinical Trials Administrator or Coordinator within the NHS or health industry

• Clinical Research Assistant

• Clinical PhD research

• Clinical Support worker within the NHS

• Allied Healthcare Professional

• Physician Associate postgraduate programmes

• Various nursing roles

Our graduates now work in many healthcare settings such as the Medical Research Network and residential care homes for a variety of ages, needs and backgrounds, as well as universities around the world, local councils and clinical research facilities.