Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Neuroscience - Systems, Behavior and Plasticity in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,528
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Neuroscience explores the nervous system, encompassing the brain, spinal cord, and neural networks, along with how these components work together to shape behavior. This dynamic discipline has far-reaching implications, from healthcare to economics and policymaking. The M.S. program in Neuroscience: Systems, Behavior and Plasticity aims to offer specialized neuroscience education and career preparation through coursework and guided research for students with undergraduate degrees in Neuroscience or related fields who seek further academic growth before pursuing advanced studies or professional roles. Program participants will: Acquire foundational expertise in key neuroscience domains such as behavioral, cellular, molecular, and systems neuroscience. Hone professional skills in verbal and written communication, as well as in critically assessing research literature. Master hypothesis-driven research methodologies. Gain proficiency in diverse techniques for investigating the nervous system. Cultivate sharp analytical reasoning for evaluating both personal and peer research. Develop strong teaching and public communication abilities in neuroscience. Achieve self-reliance in research, instruction, lab work, and scientific discourse.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree (B.A. or B.S.) in one of the following disciplines:
Bioengineering
Biology
Chemistry
Human Movement Science
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Physics
Psychology
Public Health
Other relevant disciplines, combined with or including coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Statistics, Neuroscience, Physics, and/or Psychology, may be accepted after individual evaluation of the applicant's qualifications.
A minimum GPA of 3.2 in undergraduate work is required for consideration of the application to the program.
Statement of Goals: Approximately 500 to 1,000 words outline your specific interest in Temple's program, your academic achievements, and your future career goals.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 88
IELTS Academic: 6.5
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Bioengineering
Biology
Chemistry
Human Movement Science
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Physics
Psychology
Public Health
Other relevant disciplines, combined with or including coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Statistics, Neuroscience, Physics, and/or Psychology, may be accepted after individual evaluation of the applicant's qualifications.
A minimum GPA of 3.2 in undergraduate work is required for consideration of the application to the program.
Statement of Goals: Approximately 500 to 1,000 words outline your specific interest in Temple's program, your academic achievements, and your future career goals.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 88
IELTS Academic: 6.5
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Tuition
USD
30,528