Applied Neuroscience MSc, PG Dip (online)

Program Overview

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Applied Neuroscience MSc, PG Dip (online)

Key information

Course type: Single honours Delivery mode: Online Study mode: Distance Learning by eLearning Duration: MSc: Two Years | PG Dip: 16 months Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent): 120/180 Application status: Open Application deadlines: 10 June 2025, 12 August 2025, 7 October 2025, 25 November 2025, 10 February 2026, 14 April 2026

Course essentials

The Applied Neuroscience course provides a comprehensive and integrated exploration of our current understanding of the neuroscientific field and will provide opportunities for students to develop specific interests in the applied neuroscience areas of psychiatric and neurodevelopmental diseases, neuroimaging and how neuroscience can impact society. This 100% online neuroscience course draws upon the wealth of research, education and clinical expertise and experience across the world-renowned IoPPN.

Course Aims

• Gain a solid foundation of concepts and theories underpinning our current understanding of the neuroscientific and psychological foundations of mental health.
• Explore basic neuroscience techniques, and how they are used to study disease mechanisms and help improve treatments.
• Gain an understanding of how the brain develops, how it works and how this can relate to mental health problems, by studying anatomy, wiring and the cellular makeup of the brain.
• Learn about the latest, cutting edge neuroscience research being carried out at the IoPPN.
• Explore the psychological and neuroscientific basis of key mental health diagnoses.
• Develop an understanding of how studies on genes and proteins through to cells and neural networks can be used to understand the mechanisms underpinning neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric diseases.
• Understand how technological advances and cross-disciplinary expertise can enhance our understanding of brain function and aid treatment development.
• Get an insight into the way neuroscience impacts social problems and behaviours.
• Acquire an advanced understanding of the scientific method in designing, developing and conducting academic research enabling the development of specialised research knowledge.
• Select two 15-credit optional modules depending on your area of interest.

Regulating bodies

King's is regulated by the Office for Students

Entry requirements

UK applicants

Standard requirements

• A 2:2 honours degree (or above) in any subject area or international equivalent.
• Degree certificates or transcripts will be required when submitting the application. Those with a 2:2 will also need to submit a personal statement.

Non standard requirements

Applications for candidates who fall outside of the standard entry requirements are still considered and are assessed on a case-by-case basis – this includes candidates applying for the course based on professional experience/qualifications (providing qualifications show evidence of higher learning).

Non-standard applications will need to be supported by degree certificates or transcripts (where relevant), as well as a CV and personal statement. An academic or professional reference letter evidencing the student’s ability to study at master’s level will also be required.

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

• Select a country to view equivalent international qualifications

English language requirements

English language band: D

To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You are usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.

Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (of at least three years duration), a postgraduate taught degree (of at least one year), or a PhD in a majority English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.

For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.

Teaching & structure

Teaching methods - what to expect

The programme is delivered entirely online. There are video lectures and self-directed learning activities. Time commitment: Whilst your academic background and familiarity with the topic of each module will have a bearing on your total study time, you should expect to commit roughly 21-25 hours a week to your studies. Assessments include discussion board participation, a multiple-choice question exam and coursework that involves critical appraisal of published work.

Assessment

The primary methods of assessment for this course are online examinations and coursework. The study time and assessment methods typically give an indication of what to expect. However, these may vary depending upon the modules.

Structure

This programme is flexible, and three levels of postgraduate qualifications are offered: Achieve a postgraduate diploma after 120 credits and a master’s degree after completing all 180 credits. Students who wish to exit after the four introductory foundation modules will get the exit award Postgraduate Certificate in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health, rather than an award in Applied Neuroscience. Complete four introductory foundation modules, two compulsory advanced modules and two optional modules to earn your postgraduate diploma. Complete all twelve introductory, advanced, optional and research skills modules to earn your MSc.

Required modules

PG Dip and MSc Students on this course are required to take Foundation modules:

• Biological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
• Techniques in Neuroscience (15 credits)
• Psychological Foundations of Mental Health (15 credits)
• Mental Health in the Community (15 credits)
• Contemporary Advances in Neuroscience (15 credits)
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders: From Bench to Bedside (15 credits)

In addition for MSc:

• Research Skills: From Reviewing & Critical Analysis to Research Ethics (15 credits)
• Research Skills: From Methods & Procedures to Analysis & Reporting (15 credits)
• Independent Synoptic Project (30 credits)

Optional modules

In addition, you are required to take 30 credits from a range of optional modules which may typically include:

PG Dip and MSc:

• Social, Genetic & Environmental Basis of Mental Health (15 credits)
• Psychology & Neuroscience of Affective Disorders (15 credits)
• Psychology & Neuroscience of Psychosis (15 credits) distance learning
• Neuroimaging in Mental Health (15 credits)
• Neuroscience in Society (15 credits)
• Psychology & Neuroscience of Addiction (15 credits)
• Child & Adolescent Mental Health: child development* (15 credits)
• Global Mental Health* (15 credits)
• Mindfulness: Neuroscience & Application* (15 credits)

*Due to limited availability, selecting these modules will prolong your study period. Please contact the enrolment team on +44 (0) if you would like to explore these options further.

Careers

Employability

At King’s, you’ll enter one of the world’s most vibrant and diverse student bodies and join a legacy of graduates that are sought out by some of the leading employers in the field.

The Applied Neuroscience MSc will:

• open opportunities within research, or progression to PhD
• provide knowledge that can benefit a number of career paths
• provide a solid set of transferable research skills such as analysis, report writing, reviewing and critical appraisal

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

Your fees will be charged per module as you progress through the course. In the 2024/25 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,737 per module. In the 2025/26 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,823.

The number of modules you take will be determined by your chosen award as outlined below:

Postgraduate Diploma: 8 modules Master of Science: 12 modules

Tuition fees may be subject to an annual increase (capped at 6%) each academic year in line with King's College London's terms and conditions. Each increase comes into effect in September of each year. Depending on your country of residence, you may also have to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST) in addition to your tuition fees. Please find further information here:

Additional Fees Information

When you receive an offer for this course, you will be required to pay for your first module upfront, as a non-refundable deposit, to secure your place. This payment will be credited towards your total fee payment. Please note that a standard 14 day cooling off period will apply from the point of initial payment for your first module. Any subsequent payments are not subject to additional cooling off periods.

The deposit cost for this course is the cost of one module (£1,737) plus a non-refundable application fee of £75. From September 2025, the deposit cost will be £1,823.

Student fees for the programme will be billed on a modular basis. Students are billed approximately 25 days prior to the first day of teaching, with the due date falling 12 days thereafter (two weeks before teaching begins). If you decide not to begin your studies on your agreed start date, you can defer your entry by giving notice no less than 24 hours prior to the teaching start date. You may defer entry no more than twice, and the deposit you have paid will remain on your account as credit until you begin study.

If you have registered for a PG Dip or PG Cert qualification but decide you wish to upgrade to a higher award, you will need to speak to your enrolment advisor. If you choose to upgrade your programme, you will enter a new cooling off period from the date of payment for your next module on the upgraded award. Any subsequent payments following this next module payment are not subject to additional cooling off periods.

Additional Requirements & Costs

Students will need access to a computer or tablet in order to complete the programme. Although KEATS is optimised for mobile, a desktop computer may be necessary for some parts of the course.

We recommend using the latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari or Microsoft Edge; full functionality cannot be guaranteed in older or less commonly used browsers.

Students will require access to a high-speed internet connection (4Mbps minimum).

We will endeavour to make as much study material as possible available online, but you may also need to purchase some books during your studies.

This is an online course and you are not expected to go to campus. Should you wish to do so, there are some additional fees to pay for:

• Books, ebooks or articles (if you choose to buy your own copies)
• King’s campus Library fees and fines
• Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
• Graduation costs

Funding

To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

• Program: Applied Neuroscience MSc, PG Dip (online)
• Delivery: 100% Online
• Mode: Distance Learning by eLearning
• Duration:
• MSc: Minimum two years, maximum six years
• PG Dip: Minimum 16 months, maximum four years
• Credit value: 120/180 (UK/ECTS equivalent)
• Description: This innovative online program from King's College London combines neuroscience, psychology, and clinical expertise.
Students gain deep knowledge of the nervous system and its impact on thoughts, emotions, and actions.

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Outline:

• Structure: Flexible program offering three levels of qualification:
• Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
• Master of Science (180 credits)
• Required Modules:
• Foundation:
Biological Foundations of Mental Health, Techniques in Neuroscience, Psychological Foundations of Mental Health, Mental Health in the Community, Contemporary Advances in Neuroscience, Neurodevelopmental Disorders: From Bench to Bedside
• MSc:
Research Skills: From Reviewing & Critical Analysis to Research Ethics, Research Skills: From Methods & Procedures to Analysis & Reporting, Independent Synoptic Project
• Optional Modules (PG Dip & MSc): Social, Genetic & Environmental Basis of Mental Health, Psychology & Neuroscience of Affective Disorders, Psychology & Neuroscience of Psychosis (distance learning), Pharmacotherapies in Mental Health (distance learning), Neuroimaging in Mental Health, Neuroscience in Society, Psychology & Neuroscience of Addiction, Child & Adolescent Mental Health: child development , Global Mental Health , Mindfulness: Neuroscience & Application ( Limited availability – contact enrollment team for more information)

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Assessment:

• Primary Methods: Online examinations and coursework
• Typical Study Time: 21-25 hours per week

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Teaching:

• Delivery: Entirely online
• Methods: Video lectures, self-directed learning activities
• Faculty: Renowned academics and scientists from King's College London's IoPPN

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Careers:

• Employability: King's College London ranks sixth in the UK for graduate employability.
• Potential Careers: Research, PhD programs, various professional paths with transferable research skills (analysis, report writing, critical appraisal).

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Other:

• The IoPPN at King's is Europe's largest center for research and postgraduate education in psychiatry, psychology, and basic and clinical neuroscience.
• It is ranked fourth in the world for highly cited neuroscience outputs (SciVal 2021).

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Your fees will be charged per module as you progress through the course. In the 2023/24 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,654 per module. In the 2024/25 Academic Year modules will be charged at £1,737. The number of modules you take will be determined by your chosen award as outlined below: Postgraduate Diploma: 8 modules Master of Science: 12 modules Each increase comes into effect in September of each year. Depending on your country of residence, you may also have to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST) in addition to your tuition fees. This payment will be credited towards your total fee payment. The deposit cost for this course is the cost of one module (£1,654) plus a non-refundable application fee of £75. From September 2024, the deposit cost will be £1,737. Students are billed three weeks prior to the first day of teaching, with the due date being two weeks later (one week before teaching). If payment has been made, the money will remain on your account as credit until you return. Additional Requirements & Costs Students will need access to a computer or tablet in order to complete the programme. We recommend using the latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari or Microsoft Edge; full functionality cannot be guaranteed in older or less commonly used browsers. Students will require access to a high-speed internet connection (4Mbps minimum). We will endeavour to make as much study material as possible available online, but you may also need to purchase some books during your studies. Books, ebooks or articles (if you choose to buy your own copies) King’s campus Library fees and fines Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses Graduation costs