MA in Clinical Neuropsychology

Eligible candidates should hold:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or any other health-related or biomedical discipline

Very good knowledge of the English language certified by:

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
• Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), internet-based test (iBT) and special home edition
• Duolingo
• Or equivalent

The MA in Clinical Neuropsychology focuses on the understanding of behavioural and cognitive deficits that follow brain damage in clinical populations, such as individuals with neurodegenerative disorders (e.g. different types of dementia and multiple sclerosis), epilepsy, tumor, stroke, traumatic brain injury, etc., as well as children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Besides an advanced coverage of core areas in Neuropsychology – Neuroscience, the programme includes modules focusing on themes in the frontiers of scientific research (e.g. the Neuroscience of Arts unit).

Students are also equipped with the skills and knowledge required to efficiently assess individuals, accurately diagnose their conditions and appropriately develop rehabilitation programmes that can improve their cognitive functioning and quality of life. In doing so, students receive training in specialized neuropsychological assessment procedures.

The programme offers its students the opportunity to get a postgraduate British University degree and acquire hands-on experience in Clinical Neuropsychology in the context of a structured Practicum, supervised by specialised staff.

The programme is open to candidates with a degree in psychology as well as graduates and professionals from health-related disciplines.

Special features

Practicum
Students gain hands-on experience in Clinical Neuropsychology through a structured Practicum, completing supervised internships in rehabilitation centers, clinics, and other clinical settings.

Neuroscience Lab
In our fully-equipped Neuroscience Lab students use innovative laboratory technologies featuring advanced equipment and resources for their Dissertation Project.

Career Opportunities
Graduates with an MA in Clinical Neuropsychology may pursue careers and become employed in various clinical settings and rehabilitation centers, or they may work independently as a practitioner neuropsychologist. Also, they may be employed as consultants for insurance companies or legal services.

The MA in Clinical Neuropsychology provides the opportunity to work in multidisciplinary environments, either research-oriented, or industry-oriented, such as Neuromarketing applications.

The degree MA in Clinical Neuropsychology is awarded directly by the University of York.