Clinical Neuropsychiatry – (M.Sc.)

This is an interdisciplinary programme for experienced professionals (principally doctors, neurologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, clinical psychologists and psychologists intending to become clinical psychologists) working with people with neuropsychiatric disorders associated with neurodegeneration, brain injury, and other neurological illness. It provides you with:

* The ability to investigate and treat neuropsychiatric disorders
* The ability to appraise research in neuropsychiatry critically
* Knowledge of philosophical, legal, ethical and policy related issues in neuropsychiatry

In the first year, part-time students attend for one afternoon per week for the first ten weeks and then two three-day blocks followed by one afternoon per week in the last ten weeks. In the second year there are four three-day blocks and one afternoon per week in the final ten weeks. Full-time students attend all of the sessions in one year.

Lectures are by subject specialists, NHS clinicians, service users and carers. Many of the lectures are from visiting experts who practice and/or research in their specific field. The course is academic in nature and studentsyou are expected to use the basic content as a springboard for further self-study. All programme presentations and materials are available on WebCT (the University’s on-line learning platform) for follow up after lectures.

Key facts
Type of Course: Taught, continuing professional development

Duration: MSc – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time. Full-time – 2 afternoons per week and/or and some 3 day blocks. Part-time – 1 afternoon per week and/or some 3 day blocks.

Start date: September; Application deadline is 31 August - applications will be considered until 30 September if there are places available