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M.Sc. Cognitive Neuroscience

Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) Berlin

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 May
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About the programme

The Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is a renowned institution known for its high-quality education and research opportunities. The university offers a wide range of courses, including the popular program in Cognitive Neuroscience. This course provides students with a deep understanding of the biological processes underlying human cognition, perception, and behavior. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty, students at FU Berlin have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and gain valuable hands-on experience in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in research, academia, or industry.

Fields of study

Psychology(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Cognitive Neuroscience at Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin)

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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University degree with English as the first language of instruction, evidenced by: the designation of English as the language of instruction on the certificate or in the diploma supplement (please indicate this clearly in the application documents) or a certificate from the university

University entrance qualification from an English-speaking country / language of instruction English

Recognized language certificates with corresponding minimum scores:

IELTS General or Academic (also online): 7.0

TOEFL internet-based (iBT) or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: a total of at least 95

Cambridge Examinations: C2 Proficiency, C1 Advanced, B2 First (A): at least 180 in total

DAAD English language certificate: C1

UNIcert III

PTE Academic (also online): at least 76 in total

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, passing grades on both sections of the licensing examination for physicians (Ärztliche Prüfung) or equivalent other university degree comprising at least six semesters of study of psychology.

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Prerequisites

1. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, passing grades on both sections of the licensing examination for physicians (Ärztliche Prüfung) or equivalent other university degree comprising at least six semesters of study of psychology.

2.Proof of English language skills (CEFR Level C1) for applicants whose native language is other than English and who did not earn their university entrance degree at an institution where English is the language of instruction.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Cognitive Neuroscience

Programme-specific documents

1. Application form (only if applying via Uni Assist)

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English

3. Official copy of the transcript of records from your current academic institution if not graduated yet, otherwise official copy of your

4. Bachelor's degree

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Application procedure

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Application quick facts

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uni-assist VPD, then direct

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

22,944 – 34,344 EUR

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