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MSc Cognitive Neuroscience at Freie Universität Berlin

Freie Universität Berlin, Germany

Programme overview

Cognitive Neuroscience is a master programme at Freie Universität Berlin and leading to the Master of Science (M.Sc.). It has a standard duration of 4 semesters, English as the language of instruction, a start in the winter semester. The master's programme gives in-depth theoretical knowledge and methodological competence in cognitive neuroscience, covering areas such as perception, learning, memory, decision-making, consciousness and language with attention to new neuroscience research.

Duration: 4 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Berlin, Berlin, Germany

What you will study

Modules include Cognitive Neuroscience: Perception, Attention, Action, and Cognitive Control.

Career pathways

Broad theoretical and methodological competence in analysing and predicting the neurocognitive basis of experience and behaviour qualifies graduates for scientific work.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor`s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, or passing grades on both sections of the licensing examination for physicians (Ärztliche Prüfung) or equivalent other university degree. Proof of English language proficiency ( CEFR Level C1 ) The admission is limited. Further information can be found in the Admissions Regulations for the master's program in Cognitive Neuroscience .

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters

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