This programme provides specialist training and practical experience in the tools and techniques used in Neuroimaging research with a psychological focus, as well as promoting skills for career and professional development. The course is for students interested in a career in Neuroimaging research in this important and growing area, or those whose existing careers would be advanced by specialized training in research methods. This course is also an excellent foundation for studies at the PhD level and is accredited by the ESRC (1+3 recognition)
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This programme is focused on a specialist taught module and hands-on practical training in the theoretical, practical and clinical aspects of Neuroimaging data collection and analysis including:
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Magnetoencephalography (MEG)
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Electroencephalography
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging, including Diffusion Tensor Imaging & Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS)
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Functional MRI (fMRI)
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
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Multimodal imaging
The course also includes a dissertation project, an original piece of qualitative research carried out under the mentorship of a research sponsor in the spring and summer terms. Representative projects include studies of:
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Cortical visual orientation masking functions using MEG
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Attentional Bias using fMRI
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Brain and blood biochemistry using MRS
Students also complete a core of six compulsory 10-credit modules in Psychological Research methods that provide detailed study and practical experience in psychological research design and analysis and in the development of professional skills. These include:
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Advanced Methods in Psychological Research
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Advanced Research Design and Analysis
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Advanced Statistics
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Communication Skills in Research and Teaching
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Professional Development
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Research Rotation.
The course is delivered mainly through lectures, which are normally followed up by laboratory-based practical sessions.
The course is assessed by a combination of coursework, examinations, practical work, oral and written presentations, and the dissertation project.
This course would be ideal for someone wishing to pursue further research in neuroscience.
In addition to writing skills, students will learn how to deliver information concisely in the form of scientific posters and talks as well essential interview and CV writing skills.
Students will have access to an on-site 3T MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scanner, a Magnetoencephologaphic (MEG) scanner (one of the only MEG scanners in existence in the UK) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and high density EEG recording equipment. In addition to the analysis laboratories, there is a dedicated computer suite and seminar room for masters students.
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