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MSc Neurocognitive Psychology at University of Oldenburg

University of Oldenburg, Germany

Programme overview

Research-based, English-taught psychology master, unique in Germany, for international and German students seeking an English-language degree in (neuro)psychology, with application components and practical parts.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (English-taught)  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Oldenburg, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

A general part (45 CP) covers research methods, psychological diagnostics, neuroscientific programming in MATLAB and scientific work; a specialised part (24 CP), practical components (21 CP) and the master thesis complete the programme.

Career pathways

Qualifies graduates for psychological and neuroscientific research and prepares for a doctoral programme and/or research-related work.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent of at least 180 CP in psychology or cognitive science, or in natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, hearing technology/audiology or medicine. English proficiency at CEFR B2 (not older than 2 years). Admission-restricted (local selection procedure).

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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