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M.Sc. Neurobiology

University of Tubingen Tübingen

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 31 May
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About the programme

The University of Tubingen is a prestigious institution located in Germany, known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. The Neurobiology course at the university is highly regarded, offering students the opportunity to study the intricate workings of the nervous system and its impact on behavior and cognition. With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, students in the Neurobiology program have access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge research opportunities. The faculty members are experts in their field, providing students with valuable insights and guidance as they delve into the complexities of the brain and nervous system. Graduates of the Neurobiology program at the University of Tubingen are well-equipped to pursue careers in research, medicine, and academia.

Fields of study

Neuroscience(Life Sciences & Medicine)
Biology(Natural Sciences)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Neurobiology at University of Tubingen

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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English language skills must be proven by TOEFL (79), or IELTS 6.5, or native English speaker, or English-language bachelor's degree (from a country with English as an official language), or Cambridge Certificate FCA, CAE, CPE (level B2). Skills can also be proven by English as a first foreign language consistently up to the Abitur (final mark "gut" or better).

German language

German for application
A2
German for enrollment
A2
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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International applicants: German language proficiency (DSH1, Goethe-Zertifikat B1, TestDaf3333)

Academic requirements

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Bachelor's degree in biology (or comparable) with a grade of at least 2,5

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Prerequisites

  • a B.Sc. degree with a grade of 2.5 or better (German grading system)
  • for applications with a Bachelor's degree that was obtained in a natural science other than biology: at least equivalents of 30 ECTS credits in subjects relevant to the Master's degree program, e.g. neurobiology and behavior, animal physiology, zoology
  • evidence of English language knowledge (level B2 minimum):
  • TOEFL (79 IBT or 550 PBT)
  • IELTS 6,5
  • IB Diploma with English as teaching language
  • Cambridge Certificate FCE, CAE, CPE, level B2 or higher
  • a recognized higher education entrance qualification obtained in English and in a country whose official language is English
  • BSc degree from a country with English as offical language
  • notification of English level B2 or higher on higher education entrance qualification, e.g. Abiturzeugnis
  • a German language certificate (only international applications, level A2 minimum):
  • Goethe A2
  • Telc A2
  • ÖSD A2
  • German as native language
  • BSc degree with German as teaching language

Bonus are granted for

  • completed vocational training, e.g. as a technical assistant (BTA, CTA, MTLA, etc.)
  • scientific awards related to biology
  • publications in scientific journals (peer reviewed journals) related to biology or similar disciplines

In case that some grades, e.g. for your BSc thesis, are missing, you can still apply. The final grade can be handed in later but MUST be provided by the 31 of December of the same year.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Neurobiology

Programme-specific documents

Bachelor certificate, including transcript of records. If you have not received you BA certificate yet, the latest transcript of records can be accepted instead. In this case your BA certificate plus your final transcript have to be handed in until the end of the first semester.

For study courses with restricted admission: Your school leaving certificate or "Hochschulzugangsberechtigung" (HZB), i.e. your secondary school certificate. A transcript of records or a degree certificate of your former studies and, if available, the results of a university entrance exam of your home country.

Proof of the required German and/or English language skills; please check the homepage of the study course for detailed information.

Further documents like a letter of motivation or CV might be asked for. Please check at the homepage of your chosen study course.

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

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Address

Dr. Jan Grewe-Study coordinator

Universität Tübingen / Studierendensekretariat

Wilhelmstraße 11

72074 Tübingen

GERMANY

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

160 EUR

per semester

Application fee

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Estimated year-1 total cost

12,224 – 15,222 EUR

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This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

There are no tuition fees for students from inside the European Union., Students from non-EU countries are required to pay 1, 500 EUR in tuition fees per semester beginning in the winter semester 2017/2018.

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