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MSc in Epilepsy

www.iop.kcl.ac.uk/coursesMSc in Epilepsy

Is the programme right for you? The MSc in Epilepsy is aunique course designed for students looking to acquire asolid background in all aspects of epileptology. This MSc is amultidisciplinary programme designed for healthprofessionals (nurses, GPs, paediatricians, neurologists,psychiatrists, psychologists, neurophysiologists, EEGtechnologists, occupational therapists) and graduates withscience degrees (eg. biomedical science, physics, chemistry,physiology).

What will you learn? The programme covers all topics related tohuman epilepsy, from fundamental neurobiologicalmechanisms to clinical aspects and psychosocialconsequences. The programme includes practical experiencein clinical or research departments of partnering hospitals.

The philosophy underlying this course is that caring forpatients with epilepsy, and the research necessary to improvethat care, depend on the application of a very wide range ofdisciplines.

The programme consists of four compulsory modules fordiploma and two additional research modules for the MScdegree:

Module 1: Fundamental scienceModule 2: Diagnosis of epilepsyModule 3: Treatment and management of epilepsyModule 4: Special topics, psychosocial and legal issuesModules 5 and 6: Research Project (MSc only)

Course content includes: Introduction and Basic Principles;Pathology, Physiology and Neurochemistry of Epilepsy;Clinical Neurophysiology; Classification and Semiology;Natural History of Epilepsy; Genetics of Epilepsy;Neuroimaging; Differential Diagnosis; Epilepsy associatedwith other disorders; Medical Treatment; Special topics in

the management of Epilepsy; Neuropsychology; Surgicaltreatment of Epilepsy; Psychiatric aspects; Social aspects;Epilepsy in the Third World; Healthcare and Epilepsy;Forensic aspects of Epilepsy.

How will you study? The programme will comprise six modulesincluding weekly lectures, extracurricular activities and adissertation.

Where will you study? Teaching takes place at the Institute ofPsychiatry in Denmark Hill

How long is the programme and when does it start? The MSc inEpilepsy can be taken as one year full-time or two years part-time. Enrolment is in September and dissertations aresubmitted at the end of August.

What qualifications do you need to enrol? A university degree inscientific, biological or medical science subjects. EnglishLanguage requirements are:

• IELTS: 7.0• TOEFL: 600 paper-based• TOEFL: 250 computer-based• TOEFL: 100 internet-based

How do you apply or find out more?

For more information, please contact:Dr Gonzalo AlarconDepartment of Clinical NeuroscienceInstitute of PsychiatryKing’s College LondonPO 43, De Crespigny Park, London SE5 8AF Tel: +44 (0) 20 7848 5161 / 5436 / 5565Fax:+44 (0) 20 7346 3725Email: msc.epileptology@iop.kcl.ac.uk

Apply for a place online at www.iop.kcl.ac.uk/taught

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Why study at the Institute of Psychiatry ?

The Institute of Psychiatry (IoP) is a school ofKing’s College London with an internationalreputation for both research and teaching in thesciences relevant to mental health. The UKauthorities responsible for distributing publicmoney to support teaching and research haveawarded us the highest rating of 5* for thequality of our work.

Students at the IoP become part of a vibrant,interdisciplinary community dedicated tounderstanding the causes of brain disorders andto developing and evaluating new treatments.They have the opportunity to learn from someof the world’s most influential researchers andhave access to first-class resources, including thelargest library in Europe dedicated to psychiatryand its related disciplines.

Why choose the MSc in Epilepsy

The Institute of Psychiatry is renowned forresearch into the diagnosis and surgicaltreatment of epilepsy. On feedback, graduateshave said that the course has helped to enhancetheir professional and academic careers, and hashelped them to acquire a much deeperunderstanding of the key issues involved indiagnosing and managing patients with epilepsy.

“As a nurse working in the primary care setting withpeople with epilepsy, undergoing this course has helpedme understand the importance of good history takingand the relevance of this to treatment. This is a courseI would highly recommend to nurses working withmental health patients.”

C a th e rine Ad a d evoh, Senior Community Nurse, Adults with Learning Disabilities

MSc in Epilepsy

“The MSc in Epilepsy was a real turningpoint in my career. It was so exciting togain an in-depth knowledge aboutepilepsy, and to build up the subject frombasic principles. I enjoyed it enormously,I found it both stimulating andinvigorating. I also completed a projectwhich has been presented and published.Through the course, I made new friendsand contacts. The things I have learnt areuseful to me every day, and have given mea renewed enthusiasm in my daily work.”

Heather Angus-Leppan, Consultant Neurologist

The MSc in Epilepsy provides students with aunique combination of knowledge and practicalskills in the diagnosis and management ofpatients with epilepsy. We draw on the clinicaland research experience of a wide variety ofexperts from multiple institutions in the UK,together with a motivating learning environmentand hands-on patient related activities andresearch dissertation, to ensure that the learningexperience is of the highest quality, both intheoretical and applied aspects. Our graduatesfind the course helpful for progressing in theirprofessional careers or in order to pursue aPhD in fields related to epilepsy.

Dr Gonzalo Alarc o n

Programme Leader, MSc in Epilepsy