Program Overview

Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences) MSc

The Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences) MSc is a dynamic work-based learning course where students are employed within an NHS Department and undertake academic study. This course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science and aims to provide an appropriately trained workforce to work in the NHS through clinical science training.

Course Overview

The programme encompasses a comprehensive clinical science training component, aimed at preparing a well-qualified workforce for the NHS. This training focuses on enhancing the knowledge and skills of practitioners in the field of neurosensory science.

Course Description

Our MSc Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences) at Aston will equip you with the skills, insights, and confidence required for impactful roles in Audiology, Neurophysiology, or Ophthalmic and Vision Sciences within the NHS. With a blend of shared and specialised learning, you'll excel through practical experience and academic study.

Course Objectives

The course objectives are to:

1. Provide you with the skills to develop evidence-based practice, communication and reflection to implement patient-centred care in their clinical roles
2. Develop the underpinning theoretical knowledge and the use of critical thinking within neurosensory science specialisms to supplement clinical experiences
3. Promote a research culture amongst staff, students and external stakeholders to inspire and inform student learning
4. Provide collaborative opportunities for interprofessional learning within neurosensory specialisms and wider healthcare disciplines
5. Create learning opportunities to promote personal, professional and leadership development within healthcare roles

Modules

The taught stage modules include:

• Introduction to Healthcare and Professional Practice
• Introduction to Sensory Sciences
• Evidence-based practice
• Leadership, Innovation and Quality You will then choose from one of the following pathways:
• Audiology Pathway
• Neurophysiology Pathway
• Neurophysiology: Intraoperative Neuronitoring Pathway
• Ophthalmic and Vision Science Pathway

Dissertation Stage

In the dissertation stage, you will study the following core module:

• Dissertation: Research Methods and Research Proposal
• Research Project

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements are set by the NHS. Applicants must possess a first or upper-second-class honours degree or equivalent in a pure or applied science subject.

Course Fees

This course is funded by the NHS.

Assessment

The first year is mostly assessed via coursework, so you are able to benchmark your abilities early on and to develop your skills in managing your own learning. In the second and third years of the course, you will undertake a research project, with an associated research methods module to develop your skills in this area.

Key Staff

• Programme director: Saira Hussain
• Teaching staff:
  • Dr. Amanda Hall
  • Dr. Helen Pryce
  • Dr Valia Rodriguez-Rodriguez
  • Professor James Wolffsohn
  • Zahra Gill
  • Wahid Zaman
  • Dr Samantha Strong
  • Dr Mengchao Zhang
  • Dr Georgina Burn-O'Connell
  • Dr Sheila Fidler
  • Dr Oliver Marmoy

Research Areas

The course focuses on neurosensory science, including Audiology, Neurophysiology, and Ophthalmic and Vision Sciences.