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Mental Health: Research in Psychiatry, Neurotoxicology and Psychopharmacology – (M.Sc.)
University Rovira I Virgili
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
| Application Deadline: | 1st April 30; 2nd June 15; 3rd September 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 2,500 - | ||
| Location: | Tarragona / Spain / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English Spanish Catalan | ||
Location of University Rovira I Virgili
Participating institutions
- Rovira i Virgili University (coordinator)
- University of Almería
Compulsory student mobility: for the Neurotoxicology and Psychopharmacology modes, yes. For the Psychiatry modes, no.
Presentation
Mental health depends on a variety of environmental factors that interact with genetic factors to determine individual vulnerability. Therefore, mental health must be studied using a multidisciplinary approach.
The aim of the Master's Degree is to highlight on the impact of the various genetic and environmental factors, which range from social aspects to exposure to toxic substances or drugs for therapeutic or leisure purposes. The Master's Degree focuses on research in all the areas mentioned. Students can do any one of three different curricula: Psychiatry, Neurotoxicology and Psychopharmacology.
The aim of this Master's Degree in Research is for students to become competent in research in the field of mental health. They can choose one of three schedules: psychiatry, neurotoxicology and psychopharmacology. This interdepartmental programme (Psychology, Medicine and Surgery and Basic Medical Sciences) is designed for graduates who wish to continue their postgraduate studies in the field of mental health research. The variety of curricula and subjects enables students to study the most up-to-date scientific theories and models in the various disciplines, and acquire experience in a variety of related research methods.
The research aptitude provided by the Master's Degree also includes the stimulus of scientific introspection because students will take active part in debates, presentations and discussions on the scientific bibliography. Another of the aims of the Master's Degree is to guide students towards a doctoral thesis.
Career opportunities
Research in public and private institutions (universities, hospitals, companies). Research opportunities will depend on the track chosen by the students.
Contents
Research Mode I: Neurotoxicology
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
- Bases of Neurotoxicology
- Final Master's Project (*)
(*) This/these subject/s make up the competences required for the subject Career Counselling and Citizenship
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS:
In this section you will find the list of all the optional subjects on the curriculum. Before you select the subjects you wish to register for, please make sure that they have been activated.
- Neurobiology and Neurophysiology
- Neurotoxicology During Development
- Genetic Vulnerability, Susceptibility and Individual Differences Regarding Neuroactive Substances
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Neurocognitive Disorders Caused by Exposure to or Abuse of Neuroactive Substances
- Functional Assessment of the Nervous System
- In Vitro Experimental Models and Neurochemical Techniques
- Animal Models Applied to the Psychopathological Study of Cognitive Functions
- Handling Experimental Animals
- Genetic Analysis Techniques
- Bases of Psychopharmacology
- Advances in Psychiatry
- Psychiatric Genetics
- Assessment in Psychiatry
- Scan Training
- Research Design and Data Analysis
- Structured Interviews in Clinical and Epidemiological Research
- Environmental Control and Monitoring
Research Mode II: Psychopharmacology
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
- Bases of Psychopharmacology
- Final Master's Project (*)
(*) This/these subject/s make up the competences required for the subject Career Counselling and Citizenship.
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS:
In this section you will find the list of all the optional subjects on the curriculum. Before you select the subjects you wish to register for, please make sure that they have been activated.
- Neurobiology and Neurophysiology
- Neurotoxicology During Development
- Genetic Vulnerability, Susceptibility and Individual Differences Regarding Neuroactive Substances
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Neurocognitive Disorders Caused by Exposure to or Abuse of Neuroactive Substances
- Functional Assessment of the Nervous System
- In Vitro Experimental Models and Neurochemical Techniques
- Animal Models Applied to the Psychopathological Study of Cognitive Functions
- Handling Experimental Animals
- Genetic Analysis Techniques
- Bases of Neurotoxicology
- Advances in Psychiatry
- Psychiatric Genetics
- Assessment in Psychiatry
- Scan Training
- Research Design and Data Analysis
- Structured Interviews in Clinical and Epidemiological Research
- Environmental Control and Monitoring
Research Mode III: Psychiatry
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
- Advances in Psychiatry
- Final Master's Project (*)
(*) This/these subject/s make up the competences required for the subject Career Counselling and Citizenship.
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS:
In this section you will find the list of all the optional subjects on the curriculum. Before you select the subjects you wish to register for, please make sure that they have been activated.
- Neurobiology and Neurophysiology
- Neurotoxicology During Development
- Genetic Vulnerability, Susceptibility and Individual Differences Regarding Neuroactive Substances
- Epidemiology and Public Health
- Neurocognitive Disorders Caused by Exposure to or Abuse of Neuroactive Substances
- Functional Assessment of the Nervous System
- In Vitro Experimental Models and Neurochemical Techniques
- Animal Models Applied to the Psychopathological Study of Cognitive Functions
- Handling Experimental Animals
- Genetic Analysis Techniques
- Bases of Neurotoxicology
- Bases of Psychopharmacology
- Psychiatric Genetics
- Assessment in Psychiatry
- Scan Training
- Research Design and Data Analysis
- Structured Interviews in Clinical and Epidemiological Research
- Environmental Control and Monitoring
Application Deadlines:
- Phase 1: 1–30 April 2011
- Phase 2: 20 May – 15 June 2011
- Phase 3: 7–15 September 2011
Phases 2 and 3 are only opened if there are free places on the master’s degree! If you want to ensure that you have a place, we recommend that you pre-register in the first phase!
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
- University degree in Medicine, Psychology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy and in related scientific subject areas.
- Selection criteria:
- Academic transcript
- Whether they are members of a research group involved in the master’s degree (letter from the director)
- Scientific curriculum
- Written statement of personal interest in the master’s degree and the writing of a doctoral thesis
- Positive attitude towards national and international mobility
- Work experience in related subject areas
- Availability
- Ability to organize work
Specific documents you must submit for this master's degree
- Academic transcript
- Scientific curriculum
- Letter of motivation/Declaration of intent
- Documented work experience in related areas
- Letter from the director of a research group of the master’s degree stating that the candidate is a member.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Accreditation
Official recognition as a Master’s degree (Máster Universitario) by the Spanish Ministry of Education (Ministerio de Educación).
Funding details
The Rovira i Virgili University offers grants aimed at new international students who want to study a university master’s degree. The grants consist of the tuition fee (all taxes included) and a study bursary.
This master will have at least one student awarded with a grant.
Check out the URV website for more information about these grants.
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