Course Overview
This Human Cognitive Neuropsychology programme from The University of Edinburgh provides an opportunity to undertake intensive training in human cognitive neuropsychology by working closely with our Human Cognitive Neuroscience Research Unit, a group of internationally recognised cognitive psychologists, clinical and academic neuropsychologists including Dr Sharon Abrahams and Professors Sergio Della Sala and Robert Logie. Teaching follows an integrated approach with courses on neuropsychology, cognitive psychology, clinical neuropsychology and brain imaging. You will also receive training in generic research methods within psychology. Learning outcomes: On successful completion of this programme, you will have gained: specialist knowledge within the fields of human cognitive neuropsychology and integrated areas of study, in addition to training in psychological research methodsan understanding of clinical neuropsychology (assessment and rehabilitation of patients with neurological disorders), brain imaging, cognitive psychology, and cognitive neuropsychology and critical awareness of cognitive and neuropsychological research and its application to clinical practicea foundation for advanced research within human cognitive neuropsychologya comprehensive understanding of the basic principles of research design and application competency in applying a range of methods and research tools skills in research management, including managing data and conducting and disseminating research in ways consistent with both professional practice and the normal principles of research ethics. Career opportunities: The programme is suitable for graduate psychologists or those who have studied or worked in related disciplines who wish to pursue a research-oriented career within cognitive neuropsychology (providing the foundations for later application to a doctoral training programme) or a clinically oriented career in neuropsychology.