JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research Mysore
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Cognitive Neurosciences
M.Sc. Cognitive Neurosciences
Course
Cognitive neuroscience examines the
biological processes that help us to understand complex mental functions such
as memory, language, emotion, perception, attention and consciousness.
Masters degrees in Cognitive Neuroscience involve advanced
study of the brain functions that underlie behavioural processes. Related
postgraduate specialisms include Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience,
Brain Imaging and Computational Neuroscience.
The programme brings together some of the world's leading researchers
in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive neuropsychology.
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a Bachelors degree in biology/ biotechnology/ biochemistry/ neurobiology/ neuroscience/ zoology or MBBS with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university.
Duration: 2 years
Higher Studies: PhD
Career Opportunities
The MSc programme develops research skills in the field of cognitive neuroscience and serves as a basis for PhD study in an academic setting or a research career in industry or business. The M.Sc also promotes key transferable skills that prepare students for more general careers in clinical psychology, marketing, teaching, and consultancy.
Careers in cognitive neuroscience include telecommunications, medical analysis, computer-human interaction, artificial intelligence, linguistic analysis and human performance testing.
