Clinical Neurodevelopmental Sciences MSc

The overall aim of the programme is to develop a holistic understanding of the prevalence, aetiology, research and clinical management of neurodevelopmental conditions across the lifespan, with a clinical focus on the adult population. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment. Key benefits Located at the heart of Europe’s largest institute for psychiatry, psychology and neuroscience. Compulsory clinical observation placement developing insight into clinical services. Access to large sets of clinical data from the world renowned Maudsley Hospital and Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN). Partnership of the Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences and the South London & Maudsley NHS Trust, we offer students an unrivalled opportunity to take classroom learning directly into a translational research setting. Learn from world-leading scientists at King’s College London. Utilisation of delivery methods that offer students a rich, exciting experience from the start. Complementation and support of in-person teaching with innovative online technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment. Based at King's Denmark Hill campus, you will be part of a large mental health and neuroscience community where students, researchers and clinicians work side by side. Close links with NHS partners such as South London and Maudsley bring real-world clinical perspectives into your learning, while the smaller, specialist campus helps you build strong connections with staff and peers, in a focused environment just ten minutes by train from central London.

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degreeIf you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).Programme specific requirementsMedical degree, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2:1 Honours in a relevant subject such as Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or Mental Health Nursing.Applicants with a professional qualification and some years of relevant work experience may be considered if they do not otherwise meet the academic entry criteria.