Master
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Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Neurosciences
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The integrated Master/PhD program in Neurosciences is a joint venture of the University of Göttingen, the University Medical Center, the German Primate Center and the Max Planck Institutes. It offers research-oriented training across a broad spectrum of disciplines in the neurosciences with access to state-of-the art laboratories. After one year of intensive training, students can continue with a six-month thesis to obtain a Master of Science (MSc) degree, or join the PhD part directly (fast-track option). The program offers excellent study and research conditions to prepare aspiring young scientists for a professional career in academia or science-related professions. Students acquire in-depth knowledge in subject areas including Neurobiology, Physiology, Neurogenetics, Neuropharmacology, Neuroendocrinology, Neuronal Development, Neuroanatomy, sensory, motor und clinical Neurosciences, Higher Brain Functions, Computational Neurosciences, Molecular Biology, and Statistics. The MSc/PhD Program Neurosciences is conducted jointly by the University of Göttingen including the University Medical Center, the MPIs for Multidisciplinary Sciences and for Dynamics and Self-Organization, the European Neuroscience Institute, and the German Primate Center.
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The integrated Master/PhD program in Neurosciences is a joint venture of the University of Göttingen, the University Medical Center, the German Primate Center and the Max Planck Institutes. It offers research-oriented training across a broad spectrum of disciplines in the neurosciences with access to state-of-the art laboratories. After one year of intensive training, students can continue with a six-month thesis to obtain a Master of Science (MSc) degree, or join the PhD part directly (fast-track option). The program offers excellent study and research conditions to prepare aspiring young scientists for a professional career in academia or science-related professions. Students acquire in-depth knowledge in subject areas including Neurobiology, Physiology, Neurogenetics, Neuropharmacology, Neuroendocrinology, Neuronal Development, Neuroanatomy, sensory, motor und clinical Neurosciences, Higher Brain Functions, Computational Neurosciences, Molecular Biology, and Statistics. The MSc/PhD Program Neurosciences is conducted jointly by the University of Göttingen including the University Medical Center, the MPIs for Multidisciplinary Sciences and for Dynamics and Self-Organization, the European Neuroscience Institute, and the German Primate Center.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Neurosciences at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Neurosciences at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Is Neurosciences at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Neurosciences programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Neurosciences at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Neurosciences? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Georg-August-Universität Göttingen — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.