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M.Sc. Neurosciences

University of Gottingen Göttingen

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 3 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

The University of Gottingen is a prestigious institution known for its strong academic programs and research opportunities. The Neurosciences course at the university is highly regarded for its comprehensive curriculum and expert faculty. Students in the program have access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge research opportunities in the field of neuroscience. The program also offers a range of specialized courses and seminars, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific interests within the field. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in research, academia, and the healthcare industry.

Fields of study

Neuroscience(Life Sciences & Medicine)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Neurosciences at University of Gottingen

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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Applicants who are not native speakers of English should demonstrate adequate competence of the English language by acceptable results on an internationally recognized test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL, CPE). Participation in such a test is recommended but not mandatory as language skills can also be evaluated during the personal interviews with selected candidates (see Admission). Proven higher education in English or a reasonably long stay in an English-speaking country are also acceptable.

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
3

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
120

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

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Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (or an equivalent degree) in biology, psychology, medicine, physics, or related fields. Applications are welcome even if the required degree has not been awarded by the time of application as long as this will be conferred before courses start in October.

Eligibility:

Degree program in biology, physics, medicine, psychology, or a closely related discipline.

APS verification

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Prerequisites

1. Degree program in biology, physics, medicine, psychology, or a closely related discipline.

The following components at least must be proven in order to confirm the relevance of the undergraduate degree:

1. Components in biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, biophysics, or medicine or another research area in the field of experimental natural sciences in the scope of at least 90 credits, including components in scope of at least 40 credits in theoretical and practical basics of biology, chemistry, and physics.

2. very good knowledge of English at the time of application

3.Knowledge of the German language is not required.

In addition to the information on personal background and motivation and the upload of all relevant documents, the contact details of two reviewers for letters of recommendation should also be provided. The reviewers should be informed by the students in time about the planned application.

All applicants will be informed in the second half of January whether they have qualified for the second selection round (15-minute online interviews at the end of January).

During a third selection round in mid-February, admission decisions are made on the basis of two personal interviews (30 minutes each).

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Neurosciences

Programme-specific documents

1. CV with photo,

2. transcript/marksheet,

3. certificate/diploma for any completed course of studies for which the degree certificate has already been issued.

4. You can also upload English language or GRE certificates if available.

5. LOR

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

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Neurosciences at University of Gottingen

Application procedure

Selection process

Admission:

Only complete online applications which have been submitted by January 15 can be considered for admission. Admission to the Neuroscience Program involves three steps:

(1) evaluation of the online application,

(2) participation of short-listed candidates in a written subject test, and (3) participation of selected candidates in personal interviews.

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Direct to university

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Required for Enrollment

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

Application fee

0 EUR

Address

Neuroscience Coordination Office

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Grisebachstr. 5

37077 Göttingen

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

400 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,704 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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