MSc Integrative Neurosciences at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

Programme overview

The programme trains students for a professional career in basis and applied neuroscience. All courses are taught in English and the programme is aimed at both German and international students. Historically, the programme evolved from a German-style Diploma-programme in Neurobiology/Neuroscience, which had been offered since 1997.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Magdeburg, Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany

Career pathways

Research-oriented careers at universities and research institutes, in industry and public administration, specific areas of biomedical technology, including medical technology, bioinspired engineering, prosthetics, and bioinformatics. In some cases also scientific journalism and publishing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree in a relevant field (physics, biology, medicine, mathematics, and others) from an internationally recognized university. Students with other degrees and with a sufficient number of courses in biology, physics, inorganic and organic chemistry, and calculus may be considered on an individual basis. For a transition period, German students with a Vordiplom in a relevant area plus two additional semesters in a relevant Diplom programme may also be admitted. Proof of English proficiency B2 (for non-native speakers only). No admission restriction (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: Same application period for German and international applicants (via uni-assist): 1 January until 15 March.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters

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