Neurological Science

Disorders of the nervous system are major causes of disability globally. Through our Neurological Science research degree, you can contribute to research that benefits patients, enhancing both our understanding and treatment of neurological conditions. Alongside this PhD, we also offer a range of one year research projects designed for medical students interested in working for an intercalated MPhil. We have a long tradition of world-leading research in neuroscience at Liverpool – including the pioneering work on neurophysiology by 1932 Nobel Prize winner Sir Charles Sherrington. Today our work addresses fundamental issues in basic and clinical neuroscience, including molecular, cellular and genomic bases of the central nervous system function, neurodegeneration, neuropharmacology, epilepsy, neuropathy, neuro-inflammation and brain infection. Join theInstitute of Infection, Veterinary, and Ecological Sciences (IVES)and study applied and basic aspects of neurological infections, epilepsy, pain, magnetic resonance imaging, and health services research. Our ongoing research includes multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease and ranges from detailed neuropath genesis and molecular genetic studies, through clinical trials and public health interventions. Neuroscience projects are based in theClinical Science Centre for Research and Educationadjacent to University Hospital Aintree and the Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery NHS Trust, which is the only Neuroscience NHS Trust in the country. IVES is also home to theBrain Infection and Inflammation Group.We offer anIntegrated Academic Training Programmein Neuroscience, which is mostly funded by the National Institutes for Health Research (NIHR) and the National Coordinating Centre for Research Career Development (NCCRCD). This allows academic training alongside clinical training through various career stages. We have a strong track record in supporting successful post-graduate researchers right through their clini

IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL iBT: If you took a TOEFL test on or before 20 January 2026, you’ll need 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19. If you took a TOEFL test from 21 January 2026 onwards, when a new scoring system was introduced, you’ll need 4.5 overall, with 4 or above in all components. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted. Pearson PTE Academic: 61 overall, with no component below 59 Your most recent IELTS score: Pre-sessional English course length 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5: 6 weeks 5.5 overall, with no more than one component at 5.0: 10 weeks 5.5 overall, with no component below 5.0: 12 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 5.0: 20 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 4.5: 30 weeks 4.5 overall, with no more than one component at 4.0: 40 weeks

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

International students: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

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