MRes in Experimental Neuroscience
At a glance...
Course code: A3TZ
Duration: 1 year full-time
Start date: October
Entry requirements: First degree in a science subject (at least an upper second) from a UK university or an equivalent qualification if obtained outside the UK
Location: Hammersmith Campus
Organising Division: Department of Medicine
Department: Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Course organiser: Dr Patricia Cover
Admissions: Apply online or contact medicine.pg.admissions@imperial.ac.uk, +44 (0)20 7594 8093
The aim of the course is to provide students with a broad research training in neuroscience which will:
- prepare them for PhD studies, and
- enable them to make a more informed choice for their PhD research
Objectives
On completion of the course the student should have:
- an understanding of the basic and applied aspects of research in the field of neuroscience
- an ability to formulate, develop and communicate ideas concerning a future substantive PhD project
- a wide experience of the scientific opportunities within Imperial College
- a range of transferable skills
Career opportunities
The course is primarily designed to prepare students for an academic or industrial research career. It will provide broad research training for those wishing to undertake further research training at PhD level.
The skills acquired will also be of value for those wishing to pursue a career in clinical service, industry or scientific publishing.
