Principles of Clinical Neuropsychology

Bangor University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months PsychologyCounselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy

About this course

The Principles of Clinical Neuropsychology MSc aims to provide you with a strong foundation of knowledge in the following areas relevant to clinical neuropsychology:

  • Neuropsychological theory and evidence from clinical and experimental studies

  • Neuropsychological disorders, including their basis in neuroanatomy and neuropathology, and their impact on individuals and families

  • Neuropsychological assessment

  • Neuropsychological rehabilitation

  • Research Methods

  • Conducting neuropsychological research.

    The course will be of interest to graduates in psychology or closely-related disciplines, and to established health professionals with appropriate clinical qualifications and relevant experience.

    Students wishing to can exit the programme after achieving either a PG Certificate or PG Diploma if they don’t wish to undertake the full MSc.

    How the course can further your career progression This course of study can serve as a basis for research, clinical training, or professional practice in this area. On successful completion of the course, students will be well-equipped to undertake further postgraduate study leading to a PhD, or to work in neuropsychological research. The course is validated by the ESRC as providing an appropriate Master’s level research training within the 1 + 3 PhD model. The course provides an excellent basis for seeking employment in health care, for example as an assistant psychologist or rehabilitation assistant, and for progressing to professional training, for example in clinical psychology or related areas. Established health professionals taking the course will find that it provides a valuable opportunity for continuing professional development, which may contribute to future career progression.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 24 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 12 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Part-time

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: PgCert

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Part-time

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: PgDip

    Location: Bangor (Wales)

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    2229 Therapy professionals
    2112 Biological scientists
    2225 Clinical psychologists
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    2226 Other psychologists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    12 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Bangor (Wales)
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology, Counselling, psychotherapy, and occupational therapy