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PG Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology
| Awards Available | PG Diploma |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | Two years part-time |
| Part-time study available? | Yes - part time only |
| Number of places | 15 |
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Programme overview
The Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology is designed for people aiming to become clinical psychologists, but who do not hold a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClin). The programme provides an excellent basis for those wishing to pursue a career involving work with patients with neuropsychological deficits (eg head injury, dementia, stroke, rehabilitation etc). Alternatively, the Diploma can lead to further doctoral research.
The programme would also be of interest to international students who wish to obtain specialist training in clinical neuropsychology. Many of the programme units are provided in a block format (over a single week), designed for people with major personal and professional commitments. All lectures are also broadcast live over the internet, so can be viewed without even travelling to Bristol. In addition, all lectures can be downloaded, providing more flexibility to you.
This programme has two intakes in each year: one in September and the other in January.
Please note that this programme is not accredited by the BPS. Please see our Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology if you are interested in a BPS-accredited programme.
You may also be interested in our MSc in Neuropsychology.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree in Psychology or a closely related discipline (eg neuroscience, clinical psychology). Some clinical experience is preferable, though not essential.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Programme content is primarily guided by the BPS syllabus and guidelines for training in Clinical Neuropsychology. The Diploma includes eight distinct units, each of which supply credit points leading to a total 120 credits. Three of the units (30 credits) are taught within University of Bristol and the remaining five units (90 credits) are taught within North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT). Please note that the first three units below are also taken by our existing MSc Neuropsychology students. The remaining five units are exclusively reserved for those taking the Diploma in Applied Neuropsychology and the Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology.
Core Units
- Applied Neuropsychology (10 credits)
- Functional Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience Methods (10 credits)
- Theoretical Neuropsychology (10 credits)
- Clinical Neuropsychology in Practice (15 credits)
- Health, Illness and Disability (20 credits)
- Development and Rehabilitation (20 credits)
- Assessment in Clinical Neuropsychology (20 credits)
- Evidence Based Neuropsychology (15 credits)
Get in touch
Charlotte Powell
School of Experimental Psychology
12a, Priory Road
Bristol, BS8 1TU
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)117 928 8452
Email: charlotte.powell@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/expsych/
International students
Open to international students? Yes; however this part-time programme does not meet Government requirements for student visas. Internationals holding non-student visas may be eligible for study.
English-language requirements: 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Part-time: UK/EU £4,750, overseas: n/a
Fees stated are per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
Further information is available from the Student Funding Office.
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