Overview

Students of the Neural Systems and Computation program offered by University of Zurich will be prepared for research in the fields of experimental and theoretical neurosciences, and in neuromorphic engineering disciplines.

Key facts

The Joint-Degree Master of Science UZH ETH in Neural Systems and Computation requires a Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, physics, computer science, mathematics, or the engineering sciences or comparable knowledge in other disciplines.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Introduction to Neuroinformatics

Neuromorphic Engineering

Systems Neuroscience

Bioelectronics and Biosensors

Learning in Deep Artificial and Biological Neuronal Networks

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Disciplines

Biotechnology Neuroscience Nanoscience and Nanotechnology View 7 other Masters in Neuroscience in Switzerland

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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

IELTS

7

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

The university offers a specialized full-time Master's study program open to students with a Bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines:

neurosciences,

information technology,

electrical engineering,

biology,

physics,

computer sciences,

chemistry,

mathematics,

and mechanical/chemical/control engineering.

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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International

1440 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 720 CHF per semester during 18 months.
National

1440 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 720 CHF per semester during 18 months.

Surcharge for foreign students at Master: 100 CHF

Living costs for Zürich

1920 - 2572 CHF /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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