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Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease MSc

London, Bloomsbury

Students on this programme will benefit from the cutting-edge research (REF 2021) conducted at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and take modules covering anatomy and physiology of the neuromuscular system; pathophysiology, genetic and clinical research; and clinical trends in neuromuscular diseases. Students will carry out substantial projects with world-leading experts (Clarivate’s annual ‘Highly Cited Researchers List’ 2024) engaged in neuromuscular diseases and attend clinical presentations given by clinical experts.

UK students International students
Study mode
UK tuition fees (2026/27)
£16,800
£8,400
Overseas tuition fees (2026/27)
£42,700
£21,350
Duration
1 calendar year
2 calendar years
Programme starts
September 2026
Applications accepted
Applicants who require a visa: 20 Oct 2025 – 27 Mar 2026

Applications closed

Applicants who do not require a visa: 20 Oct 2025 – 28 Aug 2026
Applications close at 5pm UK time

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Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject (neuroscience or related biological science e.g. physiology, psychology, pharmacology, biochemistry; or a medical degree from a UK university), Bachelor's degree in a profession allied to medicine (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy, occupational health) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required.

The English language level for this course is: Level 1

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Equivalent qualifications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

International applicants can find out the equivalent qualification for their country by selecting from the list below. Please note that the equivalency will correspond to the broad UK degree classification stated on this page (e.g. upper second-class). Where a specific overall percentage is required in the UK qualification, the international equivalency will be higher than that stated below. Please contact Graduate Admissions should you require further advice.

About this degree



The MSc Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease route provides a comprehensive education in all elements of neuromuscular disease ranging from anatomy and physiology of the neuromuscular system to genetic advances and research, as well as clinical aspects of diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular diseases.

Who this course is for

The programme is suitable for candidates with a background in medicine, biology, biomedical sciences or related disciplines.

Read about what it takes to study for a Master's at UCL

What this course will give you

The UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology has a world-class reputation (REF 2021) in the treatment and management of patients with a wide range of neuromuscular diseases. Our specialised peripheral nerve and muscle clinics are run by leading clinical experts in the field, many of whom teach on this master’s programme.

Students will have a unique opportunity to attend clinical meetings and presentations and to learn about the clinical management of a wide variety of neuromuscular diseases.

Students will also acquire specialised expertise in research into neuromuscular disease by conducting clinical or basic science research. We aim to educate future generations of experts in neuromuscular diseases.

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The foundation of your career

Many of our graduates have undertaken further study at PhD level, or have successfully applied to medical school. Some clinicians who took time out to obtain a higher qualification have returned to training, and scientists have progressed to become post-doctoral researchers. 88% of graduates from the MSc Clinical Neuroscience programme (including Neuromuscular and Stroke routes) were in work or further study within 15 months of completing their studies (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022–2023).

Employability

This programme will enable you to advance your career to a higher specialised level or help become more established in your career through our research-embedded clinical teaching. As well as gaining knowledge in the specialised field of neuromuscular disease, the extended research project will enable you to gain many transferable skills in conducting research in the clinical and medical science area.

Networking

The Queen Square Institute of Neurology is home to some of the world's most influential academics (Clarivate’s annual ‘Highly Cited Researchers List’ 2024). By studying with us, students will have the opportunity to be part of the next generation of experts in neuroscience. Through our influential researchers, we offer a wealth of scientific and clinical expertise, from laboratory benches through to patient care.

Many of our lecturers are also NHS consultants working at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery which is a leading centre for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with a wide range of neurological conditions.

Teaching and learning

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, practical sessions, presentations, tutor group meetings and discussions with a research project supervisor.

Assessment of the taught modules will be a mixture of short-answer/multiple choice question examinations, essays and coursework. The research project will be assessed by a written dissertation.

For full-time students, typical contact hours are around 12 hours per week. Outside of lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials, full-time students will also display a level of independent study (25-30 hours per week), for example, by engaging with key topics and required readings in preparation for the discussions promoted in the programme.

Modules

The programme consists of six compulsory modules (105 credits), one optional module (15 credits) and a research project (60 credits).

Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded a MSc in Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease

You will complete modules over two years. In Year One you will complete all compulsory taught modules and in Year Two you will complete the Research Project. You can choose to complete optional modules in either year.

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Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability are subject to change. Modules that are in use for the current academic year are linked for further information. Where no link is present, further information is not yet available.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded an MSc in Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease.

Accessibility

The department will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences and mental health conditions. This list is not exhaustive. If you're unsure of your eligibility for reasonable adjustments at UCL, please contact Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

Reasonable adjustments are implemented on a case-by-case basis. With the student's consent, reasonable adjustments are considered by UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services, and where required, in collaboration with the respective department.

Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information about support available can be obtained from UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

For more information about the department and accessibility arrangements for your course, please contact the department.

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Online - Open day

Graduate Open Events: Introduction to Clinical Neuroscience, Neuroimaging and Dementia

Welcome to the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and our suite of Masters programmes. During both sessions you'll get to hear from the programme Directorship about the Institute as well as a showcase of our flagship programmes. We'll discuss the course structure and modules for each and the career outcomes and life as a student in the department, UCL and London more widely.

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Online - Open day

Graduate Open Events: Introduction to Clinical Neuroscience, Neuroimaging and Dementia

Welcome to the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and our suite of Masters programmes. During both sessions you'll get to hear from the programme Directorship about the Institute as well as a showcase of our flagship programmes. We'll discuss the course structure and modules for each and the career outcomes and life as a student in the department, UCL and London more widely.

Watch on demand event

Fees and funding

Fees for this course

UK students International students
Fee description Full-time Part-time
Tuition fees (2026/27) £16,800 £8,400
Tuition fees (2026/27) £42,700 £21,350

Postgraduate Taught students benefit from a cohort guarantee, meaning that their tuition fees will not increase during the course of the programme, but UCL reserves the right to increase tuition fees to reflect any sums (including levies, taxes, or similar financial charges) that UCL is required to pay any governmental authority in connection with tuition fees.

The tuition fees shown are for the year indicated above. Where the course is offered on a flexible/modular basis, fees are charged pro-rata to the appropriate full-time Master's fee taken in an academic session. Further information on fee status, fee increases and the fee schedule can be viewed on the UCL Students website: ucl.ac.uk/students/fees.

Additional costs

For full-time and part-time offer holders with a fee status classification of UK, a fee deposit will be charged at 2.5% of the first year fee.

For full-time and part-time offer holders with a fee status classification of Overseas, a fee deposit will be charged at 10% of the first year fee.

Further information can be found in the Tuition fee deposits section on this page: Tuition fees.

International students will bear any costs incurred in acquiring certification equivalent to DBS (Police check) in their home country. These checks are necessary for any student who undertakes a clinical project based at University College London Hospitals.

For in-person teaching, UCL’s main teaching locations are in zones 1 (Bloomsbury) and zones 2/3 (UCL East). The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1-2 is £119.90. This price was published by TfL in 2025. For more information on additional costs for prospective students and the cost of living in London, please view our estimated cost of essential expenditure at UCL's cost of living guide.

Funding your studies

The UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology offers a number of scholarships for postgraduate taught students. For further information and to apply visit our scholarship page.

For a comprehensive list of the funding opportunities available at UCL, including funding relevant to your nationality, please visit the Scholarships and Funding website.

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Next steps

There is an application processing fee for this course of £90 for online applications. Further information can be found at Application fees.

When we assess your application we would like to learn:

  • Why you want to study Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease at graduate level
  • Why you want to study Clinical Neuroscience: Neuromuscular Disease at UCL
  • What particularly attracts you to the chosen programme
  • How your academic and professional background meets the demands of this challenging programme
  • Where you would like to go professionally with your degree.

Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this programme match what the programme will deliver.

Please note that you may submit applications for a maximum of two graduate courses (or one application for the Law LLM) in any application cycle.

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Please read the Application Guidance before proceeding with your application.

Year of entry: 2026-2027

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