Master's Degree in Basic and Applied Neuroscience and Pain

Field(s) of education and training (ISCED-F)

• Medicine (0912)

Main focus

; Graduates of this master’s programme will have an integral and in-depth knowledge of the structural, neurochemical, genetic, and functional aspects of the nervous system. They will also be familiar with basic aspects related to the development and plasticity of the nervous system and the techniques employed in its study. They will have a solid understanding of neuropsychological disorders affecting the memory and be able to use instruments for the evaluation of and recovery from memory disorders. Graduates will possess knowledge of the physiological substrate of pain and the techniques that can be applied to its study. They will be able to obtain relevant research results and know how to systematically record them in combination with an efficient management of bibliographical sources. Finally, graduates will be capable of writing and defending their own scientific research.

Competences

Students that have completed the second cycle have the following competencies: – Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding that is founded upon a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and/or applying ideas, often within a research context. – Can apply their acquired knowledge and understanding, and problem solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study. – Have the ability to integrate knowledge and handle complexity, and formulate judgments with incomplete or limited information, but that include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments. – Can communicate their conclusions, and the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously. – Have the learning skills to allow them to continue to study in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous.

Name of title awarded in original language

Máster Universitario en Neurociencias Básicas, Aplicadas y Dolor

Qualification requirements

60 minimum credits

Specialisation name

– No Specialisation

Admission information

Specific admission requirements

Access to this Master’s degree programme is granted to holders of the following Spanish official university degrees, and to holders of equivalent degrees from other education systems:; – Medicine, Pharmacy, Psychology, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Biomedicine, Biology, Occupational Therapy, Biochemistry, and Dentistry.; -Other Grados or Licenciaturas (Bachelor’s Degree) in the field of the Health Sciences.