Cognitive Neuroscience (research) Leiden University

Overview

In the track Cognitive Neuroscience we focus on the investigation of the psychological, computational, and neuroscientific bases of human cognition by means of mind and brain research.
This two-year master's programme has a strong hands-on approach with numerous practical courses. You will play an active role in ongoing behavioural and neuroscientific research.

The programme offers a thorough training in the methodological and practical skills necessary to carry out scientific research on human behaviour. You will have ample opportunity to get in touch with and work with top researchers and excel in the area of your choice. In addition, you will be trained in a multi-layered, theory-driven approach to processes of self-regulation.

What you will learn

A Research Master's degree will give you a great perspective on a future in research within the public or private sector. It is also the perfect way to prepare for a PhD programme.

Career prospects

The specialisation provides an ideal preparation for students who want to and obtain a PhD in psychology. The research master's programme also prepares students for positions where basic or applied psychological research is used to support the development of corporate or public policy. These include research agencies such as TNO, NIA, IOWO, as well as private firms (e.g. safety control), municipal, and governmental (SCP) institutions focusing on research and consultancy.

Accreditation

Accredited by NVAO, the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.