- No tuitionTuition
- Winter and summerIntake
- EnglishLanguage
- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 NovNext deadline
Applications close on 15 Nov.
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About the programme
Neuroscience is an English-taught Master of Science (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. It takes 4 semesters (120 ECTS), you can start in summer or winter, and admission is restricted with a selection interview. Neuroscience studies the cognitive abilities of organisms and the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind them, drawing on cell biology, molecular biology, genetics and more. The programme aims to train neuroscientists with solid knowledge and skills in molecular and cellular neurobiology. A key part is hands-on methods training in optical, electrophysiological, neurogenetic, histological and behavioural techniques. It suits graduates in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedicine, molecular medicine, biophysics or bioinformatics who want to become neuroscientists. International applicants need English at B2 or above.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Neuroscience at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU)
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
admission requirements
- Proof of a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, biomedicine, molecular medicine, biophysics and bioinformatics or a degree from a university in Germany or abroad that is not significantly different.
- If a bachelor's degree in a scientific subject related to biology is proven, admission is possible under certain conditions. The department's examination board decides on the type and extent of the subsequent study and/or examination achievements based on the available evidence of performance. Subsequent study and examination achievements should not exceed 60 credit points and must be completed within one academic year.
- It is assumed that students have sufficient active and passive English language skills to enable them to read English-language specialist literature and to participate in courses taught in English; this does not include the completion of written coursework or examinations in English.
- The following rules apply to language skills for German applicants:
- Abitur grade (basic course passed with “sufficient” (5 points) or better) or a language certificate at level B2 for those who cannot prove English proficiency in their Abitur.
- The following language skills requirements apply to foreign applicants:
- Proof of required English language skills at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Proof of German language skills is not required.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Neuroscience
Standard documents checklist
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam)
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Application fee
Free
Address
Student Service Center
Forum universitatis
Entrance 1, 1st floor
Johann-Joachim-Becher-Weg 2
55128 Mainz
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
N/A
per semester
Application fee
Free
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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