Are you looking for a flexible, contemporary postgraduate course that will allow you to explore the rapidly evolving field of neuroscience? In addition to being one of the fastest growing fields of human physiology, neuroscience has many applications in areas ranging from education to psychology to business. For graduates looking to upskill, prepare for the future and advance their careers, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience is an ideal qualification.

You will gain a greater understanding of the brain's functions in maintaining human behaviour, how we think and how we learn, along with real-world skills in research and assessment. The specialist knowledge and skills gained through this program can be applied in a variety of career fields.

Why study the Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience with UNE?
At UNE, you'll learn from top researchers and clinicians in a dynamic online environment. You’ll develop your knowledge of neuroanatomy, brain function and how these can affect human behaviour. And you'll also become more critical, analytical and research-savvy as you grow your knowledge and skills in this ever-changing field.

Our course offers a variety of units to suit your interests, including the option to specialise in neurobiology or clinical perspectives. If you wish to continue your studies, it is a stepping-stone to our Master of Neuroscience with advanced standing.

Furthermore, you will be taught how to evaluate and formulate research proposals and clinical assessments – real-world skills that will prepare you for success in any field.

What makes our course different?
UNE offers high-quality neuroscience education to students juggling their studies, life and work, who want expert guidance so they can upskill and find new opportunities in this complex, ever-changing field.

With our online units, you can design your own study program based on your interests and learn whenever and wherever you want. Highlights of our course include:

• In a core unit, you’ll examine the physiological and anatomical underpinnings of the human brain and nervous system. You'll investigate the relationship between brain structure and function and gain a deeper understanding of contemporary neuroscience concepts and principles.
• From a selection of eleven elective units, you can tailor your study program to suit your interests, skills and aspirations.
• Discover the neurobiological basis of the major developmental, cognitive and anxiety disorders, and expand your knowledge across a wide range of clinical and scientific disciplines.
• Keep up with rapid advancements in neuroscience, as well as enhance your critical thinking, research, communication and technical skills.
• Develop your understanding of neurophysiological, neuroimaging and neuropsychiatric diagnostic procedures, including clinical interviews and standardised self-report scales, used to assess and diagnose neurological dysfunction in humans.
• Learn about the neurobiological factors and processes associated with autism.
• Be introduced to the neurological pathophysiology of depression and an evaluation of treatments based on neurobiological processes.
• Be introduced to neurobiology, exploring the molecular, cellular and physiological underpinnings of the nervous system.

We're home to the Brain Behaviour Research Group, which specialises in depression and autism research, and we consistently receive five-star ratings from postgraduate science students in The Good Universities Guide.

Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.

* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.