Applied Clinical Neuropsycholog
Applied Clinical Neuropsychology
Course Title | Applied Clinical Neuropsychology |
Qualification | M.Sc./P.Grad.Dip exit only |
Duration | One Year (Full-Time) |
Closing Date | 31st July 2023 |
Next Intake | September 2023 |
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The human brain is generally regarded as a complex web of adaptations built into the nervous system, even though no one knows how.- Michael Gazzaniga 2000
This new Masters programme is the first of its kind in Ireland and has been designed for psychology graduates with a keen interest in neuropsychology.
Overview
Students will join a vibrant community of academics and clinicians at the Academic Unit of Neurology, School of Medicine, and acquire a unique interdisciplinary, research-led learning experience, from experts in Neurology, Neuropsychology and Neuroscience.
Students will develop an understanding of key research methodologies used in the assessment of brain-behaviour relationships together with an extensive knowledge of the different clinical presentations, diagnostic issues and neuropsychological profiles of a broad range of neurological disorders and diseases. Students will explore key concepts in neurorehabilitation and relevant therapies in the clinical care and management of these complex neurological conditions.
Course Content
The course includes 10 x 5 ECTS Modules, 1 x 10 ECTS module an additional 30 ECTS Research Project to create a MSc degree (90 ECTS). An exit postgraduate diploma of 60 ECTS is created by the 11 x 5 ECTS Taught Modules and 1 x10 ECTS module in Advanced Research Methods.
Modules
Modules 1-12 include:
- M01: Historical Perspectives and Contemporary Issues in Neuropsychology (5ECTS)
- M02: Structural and Functional Neuroanatomy in Modern Neuropsychology (5ECTS)
- M03: Acquired Brain Injury, Concussion and Epilepsy (5ECTS)
- M04: Neurovascular Disorders (5ECTS)
- M05: Neuro-disability and Rehabilitation (5ECTS)
- M06: Neuroscience, Neurophysiology and Neuroimaging for Clinical Research in Neuropsychology (5ECTS)
- M07: Applied Clinical Psychology (5ECTS)
- M08: The Emotional Brain (5ECTS)
- M09: Neurodegenerative Conditions and Clinical Neuropsychology (5ECTS)
- M10: The Ageing Brain and Dementia (5ECTS)
- M11:Advanced Research Methods (10 ECTS)
- M12: Research Dissertation (30 ECTS )
Course Fees
Click here for a full list of postgraduate fees
Admission Requirements
Applicants will be required to hold at least a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (2.1) in psychology from a recognised university course, which confers eligibility for graduate registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland or equivalent professional body in the case of overseas applicants.
Students will be required to undergo Garda Vetting, see https://www.tcd.ie/students/orientation/undergraduates/garda-vetting.php for further details.
Apply
To apply, click on the relevant Apply Link here
Contact Information
Course Director: Professor Niall Pender
Course Coordinator: Professor Marie McCarthy
Email: NEUROPSYCHOLOGY@tcd.ie