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Master Cognitive Science

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) Bochum

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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is a renowned research university located in the city of Bochum, Germany. The university offers a Master's program in Cognitive Science, which is an interdisciplinary field that explores the nature of the human mind and its processes. The program at RUB provides students with a comprehensive understanding of cognitive processes, including perception, language, memory, and decision-making. Students have the opportunity to work with leading researchers in the field and gain practical experience through internships and research projects. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in academia, research, or industry, making it a highly sought-after course at RUB.

Specialization

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Fields of study

Philosophy & History(Social Sciences & Humanities)
Psychology(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Master Cognitive Science at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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The following tests are accepted as proof of English proficiency:

1. UNIcert II (grade 2.0 or better)

2. IELTS 6.5 (with at least a 6.0 in all four subcategories)

3. TOFL IBT 85 (with at least 79 in all four subcategories)

4. FCE (grade A or B, respectively C or B2)

Academic requirements

Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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The minimal condition for application is a bachelor’s degree from a university inside the EU with at

least 180 ECTS or an equivalent degree from outside the EU. The following subjects are considered

relevant for the program:

1. Cognitive Science

2. Psychology

3. Philosophy with a strong focus on analytic philosophy, especially philosophy of mind (at least

15 ECTS)

4. Neuroscience

5. Informatics/Information Technology

6. Linguistics

7. Mathematics

8. Biology with a focus on Neurobiology or Bio-Informatics or similar topics (at least 20 ECTS)

If the applicant’s bachelor program consisted of two subjects, at least one of those subjects has to be

considered relevant (see list above) and been studied for at least 60 ECTS. The second subject has to

provide at least 15 relevant ECTS.

Some exceptions are possible. In case of doubt, please contact Pascale Willemsen for further

information. Please attach your transcript of records in German or English to your email.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Enrollment

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

Prerequisites

The minimal condition for application is a bachelor’s degree from a university inside the EU with at least 180 ECTS or an equivalent degree from outside the EU. The following subjects are considered relevant for the program:

1. Cognitive Science

2. Psychology

3. Philosophy with a strong focus on analytic philosophy, especially philosophy of mind (at least

15 ECTS)

4. Neuroscience

5. Informatics/Information Technology

6. Linguistics

7. Mathematics

8. Biology with a focus on Neurobiology or Bio-Informatics or similar topics (at least 20 ECTS)

If the applicant’s bachelor program consisted of two subjects, at least one of those subjects has to be considered relevant (see list above) and been studied for at least 60 ECTS. The second subject has to provide at least 15 relevant ECTS.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Master Cognitive Science

Programme-specific documents

Preparation of Documents

Once the application portal is opened, it will require you to upload the following documents:

1. A certified copy of your original degree in German or English. If your

university does not provide an English version of your transcript,

needs to be translated by a certified translator into either German or

English.

2. A certified copy of your transcript of records covering all courses, grades and credit points obtained, including an average grade of all obtained courses. If your transcript does not show ECTS credits or no credits at all, your workload will be converted to ECTS credits accordingly as part of the evaluation process.

3. Evidence of English language proficiency (see Language Requirements).

Please note that we cannot accept letters of recommendation, be it academic or professional.

Please do not attach those documents. We would like to further ask you to refrain from submitting letters of motivation, as we cannot consider them in the decision-making process.

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

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Application procedure

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Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

APS

Required for Enrollment

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Application fee

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Address

Prof Dr Albert Newen, Universitätsstraße 150, 44801 Bochum

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

542 EUR

per semester

Application fee

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per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,988 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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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 2 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

2.56

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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