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Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience

Explore the brain in depth with a fully online graduate certificate that builds your knowledge of neuroanatomy, behaviour, and brain function, plus the research and clinical skills to advance your career.

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Time investment: 1 trimester full-time, Up to 2 years part-time

Location: Online

Cost: AUD 18,624

Language: English

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Make sense of the mind

Unlock the biological foundations of behaviour as you explore neuroanatomy, cellular brain function, and how these shape human thought and emotion on this 100% online programme.

As brain-related health challenges become more widespread, this graduate certificate equips you with the skills to advance the field while advancing your career.

You’ll build advanced capabilities in research, critical thinking, and clinical neuroscience, with opportunities to explore neuroimaging, assessment tools, and the biological processes that underpin mental health and behaviour.

Build multidisciplinary neuroscience skills

Strengthen your ability to communicate complex concepts across clinical and research settings.

You’ll apply creative judgment to interpret neurobiological processes and gain practical experience with neuroimaging and clinical assessments.

Designed for collaboration and real-world application, this programme prepares you to contribute meaningfully in healthcare, research, or allied fields.

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A woman wearing glasses reviews a brain scan on a computer monitor in a darkened room, focused on the screen.

Specialise your study around your goals

UNE’s modular structure lets you steer your learning in the direction that suits you. Choose from a range of electives and keep building with a Graduate Diploma or Master of Neuroscience when you’re ready.

You’ll also learn alongside researchers from UNE’s Brain-Behaviour Research Group, known for its work in depression and autism.

With five-star postgraduate ratings in science (The Good Universities Guide), you’ll be supported by a team that knows how to deliver flexible, high-impact learning.

Where you’ll be studying

Study online with the University of New England (UNE)

UNE is a pioneer in distance education, delivering flexible, high-quality learning for over 70 years.

With a strong reputation for academic excellence and student support, UNE’s online programmes are designed to fit around your life, wherever you are.

Learn from expert academics in an inclusive digital environment and graduate with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to advance your career on your terms.

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Learning outcomes

Decode the brain

Develop a detailed understanding of neuroanatomy, cellular brain function, and their influence on behaviour and health.

Bridge science and practice

Use cognitive, communication, and digital tools to engage persuasively with clinicians, researchers, and other professionals in neuroscience.

Unpack brain and behavior

Apply creativity and judgement to critically assess neurobiological factors that impact behaviour and neurological conditions.

Back decisions with data

Critically analyse scientific data, reports, and research to support evidence-based neuroscience practices.

Design what’s next

Demonstrate advanced skills in designing research studies and clinical assessments relevant to neurological processes.

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Additional information

To apply, you’ll need to have completed a Bachelor’s degree or higher (AQF Level 7, 8 or 9, or an overseas equivalent) in any discipline.

Since this programme is taught in English, you’ll need to show you meet one of the following criteria:

English is your first language
You’ve completed at least one year of study (within the past five years) in English at senior secondary, post-secondary, or tertiary level, in a country where English is an official language
You passed an English subject at Australian Year 12 level (or an equivalent overseas qualification)
You’ve completed an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at UNE or another NEAS-accredited provider
You hold registration with a recognised body (such as AHPRA, AMC, ANMAC, NESA or APC) that requires English proficiency

Alternatively, you can also demonstrate your eligibility with one of these test scores:

IELTS: 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
TOEFL iBT: 79 overall (with at least 22 in writing)
PTE Academic: 57 overall (with no skill below 50)

UNE’s online degrees give you the freedom to shape your learning through a flexible mix of core modules, major-specific units, and electives.

Core modules build essential business skills and knowledge to set you up for success.
Major-specific units let you dive deeper into your selected field.
Electives give you the chance to explore topics outside your major and expand your perspective.

This modular approach helps you gain a strong foundation while tailoring your degree to suit your goals.

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