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Translational Neuroscience
at University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 31,100
Country Rank#12
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 7 TOEFL: 95

Program Overview

This course is focused on the molecular basis of neurodegeneration, and looks at how laboratory research relating to brain structure and function informs the development of new therapies for diseases of the nervous system.

Combining the research strengths from the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health and the Faculty of Science, leading international basic and clinical scientists will provide an innovative and progressive programme. You’ll study basic neurobiology and molecular biology through to neuroimaging and applied clinical practice.

The MSc will provide you with up-to-date knowledge of advances in the field, research experience with internationally renowned research groups and transferable skills to provide a springboard for your future career.

You’ll study at the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), within the Department of Neuroscience. SITraN is the first European Institute purpose-built and dedicated to basic and clinical research into Motor Neuron Disease (MND) and related neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

Course Content
All taught modules are worth 15 credits.

Autumn term
- Molecular Neuroscience
- CNS Structure and Function
- Pathology and Modelling of Neurodegeneration
- Ethics and Public Awareness of Science
Spring term
- Literature Review and Critical Analysis of Science
- Mechanisms of Neurodegenerative Disease
- Applied Neuroimaging, Neurophysiology & Psychiatry
Research project

You'll apply appropriate laboratory based techniques to test a specific scientific hypothesis and write up the research in a scientific manner. You'll record, interpret and discuss your results and the implications of your findings.

You'll also be expected to participate in journal clubs, seminars and lab meetings within the host Department, to complement their laboratory experience.

Previous MSc Research Projects
- Investigation of the mechanism of action of a novel therapeutic drug in motor neuron disease
- Molecular analysis of neurodegeneration in a zebrafish model of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
- Characterization of a CHMP2B mutant animal model: A model of neurodegeneration?
- New therapies for Motor Neurone Disease - Development of a High Throughput Screening Assay
- The role of impaired calcium signalling in astrocytes in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer-type pathology in the ageing brain
- Neurodevelopmental functions of a schizophrenia susceptibility gene
- Zebrafish as a new animal model for Parkinson´s Disease
- Role of PTEN in axonal growth and motor neuron survival in spinal muscular atrophy
Entry Requirement
You will usually need a 3 or 4 year bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject for entry. Most postgraduate courses require a UK 2:1 or equivalent for entry, but some courses may consider 2:2 grades.
UK Degree Classification: First class Honours, International Equivalent (India): 70%.
UK Degree Classification: 2:1 (Upper Second Class Honours), International Equivalent (India): 60%.
UK Degree Classification: 2:2 (Lower Second Class Honours), International Equivalent (India): 55%.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£31100 per year

Career Prospect

After successfully completing your course, graduates have had the opportunity to find work in a wide variety of areas and industries. Here are just a few examples of the roles our past students have gone on to:

Clinical PhD research
Research Technician or Research Assistant
Medicine (if you are a MBChB Medicine graduate)
Physician Associate postgraduate programmes
Scientific writing
NHS administration
Associate Neuropsychologist
Clinical Trial administrator/management

Our graduates now work in many healthcare settings, as well as universities around the world, local councils and clinical research facilities.

Cost Of Studying At University of Sheffield

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Translational Neuroscience at University of Sheffield