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Study neuroscience abroad
An in-depth guide to studying neuroscience as an international student.
Neuroscience degrees abroad
Neuroscience is the study of nervous systems and the functioning of the human brain. How the brain works is one of the biggest and most daunting questions we face, and as a neuroscience graduate you could help develop our understanding of one of the most complex systems evolution has created.
Neuroscience makes an important contribution to the understanding and treatment of mental and other neurological disorders, and it covers a wide range of areas including biochemistry, molecular biology, anatomy and pharmacology.
Degree programs in neuroscience are offered by universities, colleges and medical schools all over the world. Studying abroad means you will have a much wider choice of programs, and you could take advantage of facilities and technology that might not be available at home. It’s also a great way to broaden your personal horizons while earning a world-class education.
Neuroscience program structure
It’s possible to study neuroscience abroad at different degree levels including bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate. At bachelor’s level, neuroscience degrees are offered as a BSc and can take three or four years to complete, depending on where you study.
You can study for a master’s degree as an MSc if you already hold a bachelor’s, or some universities offer an MSci, which is taught over four or five years. This gives you the option of adding an extra year to your bachelor’s program to convert it to a master’s level degree.
If you have your master’s and want to continue your neuroscience studies and earn a doctorate, many universities offer PhD or MPhil research degrees, which you can study over two to five years.
Most neuroscience programs will be taught through a combination of laboratory sessions, lectures, seminars, tutorials and independent work. Each module will have different assessment methods, but most will consist of written coursework and exams, with a research dissertation in your final year.
The exact neuroscience program structure and content will differ between each university, but there are some common modules and subjects you can expect to cover, including:
- Biochemistry
- Molecular biology
- Psychology and the brain
- Research methods and statistics
- Neuroanatomy
- Pharmacology
- Genetics and evolution
- Developmental biology
- Techniques in neuroscience
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Neuroscience study abroad programs
Neuroscience undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in neuroscience
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Behaviour, Cognition & Neuroscience - BSc (Hons) University of Windsor, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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28,166 USD
Fee in university's local currency 35,394 CAD
- Start date
- January, September
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Biochemistry and Neuroscience - Dual BSc (Hons) Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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23,403 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,000 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Neuroscience - Computational - BSc DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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40,551 USD
Fee in university's local currency 40,551 USD
- Start date
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Biology: Neuroscience - BSc (Hons) Lakehead University, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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21,089 USD
Fee in university's local currency 26,500 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Biomedical Neuroscience - BSc/BSc (Hons) University of Saskatchewan, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,303 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,487 CAD
- Start date
- January, May, July, September
Neuroscience graduate programs
Master's in neuroscience
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Auditory and Language Neuroscience - MSc Arizona State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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24,318 USD
Fee in university's local currency 24,318 USD
- Start date
- August
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Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology - MSc Bournemouth University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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19,962 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,500 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience - MSc Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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22,715 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,500 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience (Thesis) - MSc Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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26,223 USD
Fee in university's local currency 37,571 NZD
- Start date
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
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Human Neuroscience - MSc University of Turku, Finland
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,777 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,000 EUR
- Start date
- September
Doctorate in neuroscience
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Neuroscience - PhD Central Michigan University, USA
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,920 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,920 USD
- Start date
- May, August
Future neuroscience careers
As a neuroscience graduate, you’ll be well placed to pursue a career in the science and medical sectors. The transferable skills you’ll gain from your degree will also make you an attractive applicant to all types of industries and businesses. Popular jobs for neuroscience students include:
- Clinical scientist
- Laboratory technician
- Neuroscientist
- Researcher
- Pharmacologist
- Science teacher
Many graduates who have completed their bachelor’s in neuroscience continue their education by studying a related subject at postgraduate level.
Many universities offer placement opportunities that can help you gain valuable work experience, and career services can help you find the right career path after graduation.
