MSc Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience MSc at the University of York is a course designed for aspiring researchers and clinicians. It integrates developmental, cognitive, and neuroscience approaches to better understand child and adolescent development. The course provides a foundation in brain development, cognitive development, and social development across the child and adolescent period. Course Content: The course covers a range of topics including the fundamentals of cognitive neuroscience, imaging techniques used in the study of development, and biological markers for mental health disorders. It also includes an in-depth project that provides hands-on experience in research. Key Modules: The course includes compulsory modules on Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience, Advanced Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience, Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Multivariate Analytics for Neuroimaging Data, and Statistics and Experimental Design. Besides, there is an opportunity to choose from optional modules such as Development, Mind and Brain; Prosocial Behaviour Research Methods, or Enhancing Psychological Interventions: Innovations in mental health. Future Careers: The course provides the training basis for careers in academic research, teaching, clinical and educational psychology, pediatric cognitive neuroimaging, and neuropsychology. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page: Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience MSc.