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MSc in Brain Science

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The MSc in Brain Science provides comprehensive multidisciplinary training with hands-on research experience in brain studies. The Center offers a wide variety of laboratories that use advanced research technologies and engages in basic brain science as well as in clinical trials. Graduates of the MSc in Brain Science are prepared to spearhead research in academia, the industry, and clinical environments.

 

Application for Undergrad\Grad Studies for 2025-2026 will open on February 2nd

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    Admission Criteria

    Minimal average grade requirement – 85

    The MSc in brain sciences is open to excelling students with a BSc in the following fields: Brain sciences, life sciences, exact sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering, computer sciences) and cognitive sciences

    Candidates with prior studies in other areas are welcome to contact us as well.

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      Requirements

      The MSc in Brain Science comprises two main elements: completion of the courses and a thesis.

      Duration: Two years.

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        MSc Program

        The MSc in Brain Science is personally adapted to each student based on their academic background and scientific interests. Students must complete supplementary courses based on this background, as well as mandatory courses, including at least four core courses.

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          Preparatory/Supplementary Courses

          Students of the MSc in Brain Science who begin their studies without the required background must take preparatory courses during the first year of their studies, based on their academic background:

          • Neurobiology
          • MATLAB / Python
          • Mathematics
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            Core Courses

            Students of the MSc in Brain Science track must take 4 core courses from the courses below, at least one course out of the following three modules:

            • Computation:
              • Neural Networks and Computational Learning
              • Signal and Data Analysis
            • Biology:
              • Neurophysiology
              • Synaptic Neurochemistry
            • Cognitive Science:
              • Brain and Cognition in the 21st Century
              • Brain and Language
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              Additional Academic Activities in the MSc in Brain Science Program

              Students of the program must also take part in the following academic activities:

              • Short-term research project of one semester in one of the labs
              • Participation in a department seminar
              • Elective courses – every year, a variety of elective courses is offered by the Center’s researchers, providing an opportunity for students to increase their knowledge and skills in a range of research topics.
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                Preparation and Submission of a Thesis

                Students of the MSc in Brain Science must complete a thesis in one of the research laboratories of the Center for Brain Sciences.

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                    Master’s degrees taught in English 2025– 2026

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                      Career Opportunities
                      • Research Scientist: Work in academic or industrial research settings, conducting experiments and studies related to brain function, neurobiology, or cognitive processes.
                      • Clinical Research Coordinator: Oversee clinical trials and research studies in hospitals or research institutions, focusing on neurological disorders or treatments.
                      • Neuroscientist: Engage in research to understand brain mechanisms, develop new therapies, or explore cognitive functions, often within university labs or research organizations.
                      • Pharmaceutical Industry: Positions in drug development or clinical trials for companies focusing on neurological and psychiatric medications.
                      • Neurotechnology: Work with companies developing brain-computer interfaces, neuroprosthetics, or related technologies, applying neuroscience to engineering solutions.
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