Overview

On the Brain and Cognition programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam you will gain theoretical and methodological knowledge and skills to tackle questions with regard to brain functioning and cognitive emotional processes. The training includes current theories and advanced research methodology, such as behavioural tasks, eye tracking, EEG, fMRI and advanced statistics.

Is this the right programme for you?

You will gain theoretical and methodological knowledge and skills to tackle questions with regard to brain functioning and cognitive emotional processes;

You will work in small groups to solve problems you can encounter in the field;

This programme offers an excellent preparation for a career in education, business or research.

Career opportunities after graduation

Graduates of this master track have found positions in academia, both in the Netherlands and abroad. In addition, graduates work in research positions in health care, industry and in administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cognitive Neurosciences

Electrophysiology

Cognition in the Digital Age

Data Processing and Analyses in R

Concept and Categories

Practical Programming Experiments

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-05-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English, Dutch

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Neuroscience Cognitive Science View 30 other Masters in Neuroscience in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

You are eligible for admission to the Master programme if you have successfully completed a Bachelor’s or undergraduate degree* from a research university. Whether you are eligible for admission, depends on the specific degree you have obtained.

Tuition Fee

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International

19950 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19950 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

2601 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2601 EUR per year during 12 months.

€2.601 (Statutory fee: Dutch / EEA students)

€14.400 (Institutional fee: Dutch / EEA students)

€19.950 (Institutional fee: non-EEA students)

Living costs for Rotterdam

760 - 1265 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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