Cyprus University of Technology
Cyprus University of Technology Tuition: 4100 eur

MSc in Cognitive Neurorehabilitation

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Department
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences
Additional Information

The main purpose of the program is to train students on cutting-edge research skills in Cognitive Neurorehabilitation and with capabilities of coordinating relevant research in clinical settings. The aim of the program is to provide students with the opportunity to acquire advanced theoretical knowledge, a deeper understanding of current research and advanced skills in research methods in cognitive rehabilitation of neurological patients. The program also aims to prepare students for postgraduate studies.

The program encourages students to critically evaluate cognitive neurorehabilitation research and acquire skills for coordinating relevant research in clinical settings. The program offers students the opportunity to acquire advanced theoretical knowledge, a deeper understanding of current research and advanced skills in research methods in cognitive rehabilitation of neurological patients. The program also aims to prepare students for postgraduate studies.

The main aims are to:

  • Promote innovation and focus in research and encourage independent thinking
  • Promote the development of research skills in the field of Cognitive Neurorehabilitation
  • Promote an understanding of the translational aspects of research in Cognitive Neurorehabilitation
  • Equip students with skills and knowledge necessary for PhD studies

Learning outcomes:  

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the literature and the methodology in the field
  • Show competency in relevant methods and techniques applicable to their own research
  • Critically evaluate, analyse and interpret new research data in the framework of the subject area
  • Solve problems, and demonstrate ethical consideration in research with humans
  • Articulate and report research in a scientific manner and present results in a professional manner

Program

1st Semester

  • RES 501 Research Methods and Biostatistics (8 ECTS)
  • RES 502 Brain Imaging (8 ECTS)
  • RES 503 Clinical Neurology (8 ECTS)
  • RES 504 Principles of Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)

2nd Semester

  • RES 505 Cognitive Neuroscience Ι (8 ECTS)
  • RES 506 Seminars in Advanced Clinical Practice in Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)
  • RES 507 Noninvasive Brain Stimulation (8 ECTS)
  • Elective (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester (option 1)

  • RES 508 Cognitive Neuroscience ΙΙ (8 ECTS)
  • MPH 607 Applied methods for Public Health (8 ECTS)
  • RES 509 Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for Neurorehabilitation (8 ECTS)
  • Elective (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester (option 2)

  • RES 515 Thesis (30 ECTS)

Elective courses:

  • RES 511 The ICF in Rehabilitation Neuroscience
  • RES 512 Neuroethics
  • RES 513 Science Communication
  • RES 514 Healthy life-style applications in Rehabilitation
  • RES 515 Single subject experimental designs (SSEDs) and investigations