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This module describes the neurobiology that underpins the aetiology and pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disease that has been a focus of intense and exciting research activity over the last several decades. The course is largely a research-led unit whereby the contributing staff will where possible, lecture on topics that are their own research interests.

The neurobiology that underpins the aetiology and pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disease has been a focus of intense and exciting research activity over the last several decades. The module is largely a research-led module whereby the contributing staff will where possible, lecture on topics that are their own research interests.

The “Neurodiversity and Development” module explores the wide range of developmental pathways shaping mental health, wellbeing, behaviour, and cognitive functioning across infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. The module critically discusses traditional models of psychopathology and impairment, while also exploring alternative frameworks that conceptualise neurodivergence as a valuable aspect of natural human diversity. Students will engage in critical and scientifically informed analysis of how environmental fit, societal expectations, and systemic barriers contribute to distress, wellbeing, and functional outcomes. The module will also address issues of identification, assessment, and support across developmental stages.

The “Neurodiversity and Development” module explores the wide range of developmental pathways shaping mental health, wellbeing, behaviour, and cognitive functioning across infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. The module critically discusses traditional models of psychopathology and impairment, while also exploring alternative frameworks that conceptualise neurodivergence as a valuable aspect of natural human diversity. Students will engage in critical and scientifically informed analysis of how environmental fit, societal expectations, and systemic barriers contribute to distress, wellbeing, and functional outcomes. The module will also address issues of identification, assessment, and support across developmental stages.

The module syllabus is designed to provide you with the theoretical basis and the analytical skills needed for senior decision-making roles in clinical practice. The module will include clinical problem-based elements and will afford participants the opportunity of considering different approaches to the management of clinical problems by involvement in case-based discussions.

The module syllabus is designed to provide you with the theoretical basis and the analytical skills needed for senior decision-making roles in clinical practice. The module will include clinical problem-based elements and will afford participants the opportunity of considering different approaches to the management of clinical problems by involvement in case-based discussions.

There is a growing need for psychological input in physical health settings which may include working with acute, long-term and neurological conditions (PPN, 2020). A core feature of this work is adopting a bio-psycho-social approach to create a holistic understanding of a person and their presenting problems.

Clinical neuropsychology addresses the link between the human brain and behaviour using a bio-psycho-social framework. It considers the impact of both normal and abnormal brain functioning on a broad range of cognitive, emotional and behavioural functions. Neuropsychological assessment provides a scientific way of quantifying and describing the changes in brain function caused by damage or disease which can be used to develop a formulation and inform diagnosis, interventions and monitor changes over time. Being able to effectively choose, use and interpret a range of cognitive tests remains a core competency for clinical psychologists.

Psychological interventions may need to be adapted due to the physical and cognitive sequalae of a neurological disorder or long-term health condition. The focus may also be less on symptom reduction, but more on living a meaningful life alongside a long-term health condition. This can include using models of psychological adjustment and consideration of psychological factors which may affect a person’s ability to engage in health interventions.

This module will introduce you to clinical neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. This includes understanding the role of a clinical neuropsychologist, neuroanatomy, common neurological and long-term health conditions, neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. This will involve the acquisition of practical skills in test administration and interpretation. You will also learn to adapt individual therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of specific populations (e.g. people with cognitive impairments, physical health conditions) and consider other ways of delivering interventions such as working with carers and staff teams.

There is a growing need for psychological input in physical health settings which may include working with acute, long-term and neurological conditions (PPN, 2020). A core feature of this work is adopting a bio-psycho-social approach to create a holistic understanding of a person and their presenting problems.

Clinical neuropsychology addresses the link between the human brain and behaviour using a bio-psycho-social framework. It considers the impact of both normal and abnormal brain functioning on a broad range of cognitive, emotional and behavioural functions. Neuropsychological assessment provides a scientific way of quantifying and describing the changes in brain function caused by damage or disease which can be used to develop a formulation and inform diagnosis, interventions and monitor changes over time. Being able to effectively choose, use and interpret a range of cognitive tests remains a core competency for clinical psychologists (BPS, 2025).

Psychological interventions may need to be adapted due to the physical and cognitive sequalae of a neurological disorder or long-term health condition. The focus may also be less on symptom reduction, but more on living a meaningful life alongside a long-term health condition. This can include using models of psychological adjustment and consideration of psychological factors which may affect a person’s ability to engage in health interventions.

This module will introduce you to clinical neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. This includes understanding the role of a clinical neuropsychologist, neuroanatomy, common neurological and long-term health conditions, neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation/therapy. This will involve the acquisition of practical skills in test administration and interpretation. You will also learn to adapt therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of specific populations (e.g. people with cognitive impairments, physical health conditions) and consider other ways of delivering interventions such as working with carers and staff teams.

There is a growing need for psychological input in physical health settings which may include working with acute, long-term and neurological conditions (PPN, 2020). A core feature of this work is adopting a bio-psycho-social approach to create a holistic understanding of a person and their presenting problems.

Clinical neuropsychology addresses the link between the human brain and behaviour using a bio-psycho-social framework. It considers the impact of both normal and abnormal brain functioning on a broad range of cognitive, emotional and behavioural functions. Neuropsychological assessment provides a scientific way of quantifying and describing the changes in brain function caused by damage or disease which can be used to develop a formulation and inform diagnosis, interventions and monitor changes over time. Being able to effectively choose, use and interpret a range of cognitive tests remains a core competency for clinical psychologists (BPS, 2025).

Psychological interventions may need to be adapted due to the physical and cognitive sequalae of a neurological disorder or long-term health condition. The focus may also be less on symptom reduction, but more on living a meaningful life alongside a long-term health condition. This can include using models of psychological adjustment and consideration of psychological factors which may affect a person’s ability to engage in health interventions.

This module will introduce you to clinical neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. This includes understanding the role of a clinical neuropsychologist, neuroanatomy, common neurological and long-term health conditions, neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation/therapy. This will involve the acquisition of practical skills in test administration and interpretation. You will also learn to adapt therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of specific populations (e.g. people with cognitive impairments, physical health conditions) and consider other ways of delivering interventions such as working with carers and staff teams.

This module provides a description of the cells, circuits and systems that coordinate sensory responses, complex brain functions and behaviours.

Lectures will be accompanied by a practical that reinforces the taught material.