Werner Reichardt Centre for Integrative Neuroscience, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, Bernstein Centre for Computational Neuroscience, Centre for Mental Health, Centre for Neurosensory Systems (Institute for Ophthalmic Research / Hearing Research Centre), Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics
The courses are completely taught in English. The language of communication in the labs is predominantly English.
The application deadline is 31 March for the following winter semester.
The tuition fees of 1,500 EUR per semester apply only to international students from outside the European Union.
Courses include lectures on functional neuroanatomy, sensory and motor systems, statistics and maths, theoretical and computational neuroscience, Matlab programming, neurophysiology, methods in neuroscience, behaviour and cognition, sensorimotor integration, neuropsychology and functional brain imaging. Detailed course descriptions can be found on the graduate school's website. The two laboratory rotations and the Master's thesis can be done in labs of the student's choice.
The Master's course lasts four semesters. The first and second semester are devoted to theoretical training/course work (lectures, seminars, tutorials, journal clubs) with an examination period at the end of each semester. The practical training/laboratory rotations take place in the third semester (twice, ten weeks each). The fourth semester is set aside for the six-month Master's thesis.
Two internships (lab rotations) of ten weeks each have to be completed in the third semester.
The tuition fees of 1,500 EUR per semester apply only to international students from outside the European Union.
Enrolment fees at the University of Tübingen are currently about 160 EUR per semester. This includes use of local public transport free of charge from Monday to Friday (in the evenings), at weekends and on public holidays. In addition, students may purchase a semester ticket for unlimited use of public transport in the city of Tübingen and the surrounding area (currently about 130 EUR).
This Master's programme aims at students with a first degree in biology, biomedical science, medicine, psychology, cognitive science, computer science or a related field who have a strong interest in biomedical and cognitive neuroscience. Profound knowledge in general biology and/or cognitive science as well as basic knowledge in maths and statistics are essential for a successful accomplishment of the course.
Applicants must provide proof of their English language skills (level B2/C1 CEFR).
The application deadline is 31 March for the following winter semester.
Students may find jobs as junior research assistants in the research groups associated with the Graduate Training Centre.
Accommodation is available through the Student Services organisation ("Studierendenwerk") or on the private market. Rooms in student accommodation cost approx. 200 to 400 EUR per month. As Tübingen is a very attractive place to live, private accommodation is more expensive and can take some effort to find. To make sure you find a suitable place to live, you should start looking as early as possible. We recommend you apply for student accommodation through the "Studierendenwerk" at the same time that you apply for admission to the Master's programme and send in a copy of your notification of admission as soon as you receive it. (Your application won’t be processed until the “Studierendenwerk” has received proof of your admission.) Please see: overview of the halls of residence and FAQs.
For private accommodation, it is best to check the local newspaper or websites like "WG gesucht".
Reservations for a room for international students in the student halls of residence can be made by the Graduate Training Centre of Neuroscience upon request.
The personnel of the Graduate Training Centre of Neuroscience and the "On-Boarding for Degree-Seeking Students" service at the University of Tübingen offer comprehensive support and consulting.
The services include a help desk, a buddy programme, an advisory programme named “How to Study at the University of Tübingen”, and a wide range of social activities offered by student groups.
For further information, please refer to: On-Boarding for Degree-Seeking Students
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