Student testimonials

Find out what our students have to say about studying at the Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

Aneliya Mikova, Dementia: from Neuroscience to Clinical Practice MSc

"Discovering the world of science has been an incredibly enriching experience, leading me to seek an environment where I can thrive academically and contribute meaningfully to research."

Michela Barioglio, Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease MSc

"I have been consistently surrounded by a supporting and stimulating environment, which has undoubtedly been essential in encouraging me to continue my academic career."

Morgane Motlik, Dementia: from Neuroscience to Clinical Practice MSc

"The lecturers often presented cutting-edge, very recent work from their laboratories and their passion for their topic was evident and inspiring."

Cassandra Fetkowitz, MSc in Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease

"This course was a perfect combination of my interests in the brain and the musculoskeletal system."

Dicky Lim, Dementia MSc

"For me, the research project was the biggest highlight of the course. I really enjoyed my dissertation topic of protein biomarkers in Huntington's disease, learning new research skills, and meeting more experienced postdocs and research assistants in the lab."

Erin Thompson, Dementia MSc

Erin received the UCLFAA scholarship and explains how it has enabled her to pursue her dream of studying neuroscience at the Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

Nivothiga Balendran, Advanced Neuroimaging MSc

"I was able to learn a lot more in an interactive way with the right supportive material provided, reaching out to lecturers when I was completely clueless, and taking the initiative to reach out to my peers."

Yoana Kordovska, Dementia MSc

"The UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology is home to some of the most influential academics and researchers in neuroscience worldwide and being able to learn from them is hugely motivating and rewarding."

Fahm Deen, PhD, UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology

"UCL Brain Sciences consists of internationally renowned scientists who contribute to ground-breaking discoveries and offers world-class facilities not found under one hood elsewhere in the world."

Claudia Cannavo, PhD student, UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology

"I deeply appreciate the meritocracy and transparency that characterise learning and research at UCL and, more generally, in the UK."

Hunter Schone, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

“The programme has allowed me to gain a greater knowledge-base of clinical neuroscience and engage in independent clinical research. UCL’s Faculty of Brain Sciences takes a highly personal approach to raising high-calibre neuroscientists."

Shai Fuchs, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

"I choose UCL's MSc clinical neuroscience programme since I believe it will advance and enrich my professional development and open up a wide range of opportunities."

Razna Ahmed, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

"Keep an open mind about which aspects of neuroscience you enjoy. There’s so much to choose from and you’ll be surprised how much you will enjoy it."

Edouard Chkaiban, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

"The programme represents a great amalgam of both biological and clinical content delivered by experts in their fields, making it an enriching experience."

Denisa Rijal, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

"The sheer passion with which the lectures taught and were thrilled to discuss their research. The professors were open and encouraged students to seek knowledge, inviting open discussions or observation in clinics and labs."

Siew-Mei Yap, Neuromuscular Disease MRes

"The course curriculum is broad and well-structured. The course coordinators are very helpful and responsive. There is an inclusive culture and supportive learning environment here at QSION."

Tsi Lok Ho, Clinical Neuroscience MSc

"I hope to translate my experiences at the IoN into quality-of-life improvements for patient care."

Valentina Lolli talks about her experiences as a Distance Learning MSc Advanced Neuroimaging student.

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