Overview

The aim of the Translational Neuroscience programme at University of Würzburg is to train and to qualify the students in scientific workings in life sciences especially in neurosciences. Here, molecular principles and modular concept development to facilitate experimental and clinical research are main points of the programme. Our scientific education within “Translational Neuroscience“ procures to self-dependence and individual responsibility in scientific practice to enable the students to justice the requirements in scientific careers and society in the international context.

Career

The degree Master of Science (Translational Neuroscience) allows the graduate to continue in a PhD Programme or a direct access into the employment market. One option at the University of Wuerzburg is a structured PhD programme of the Graduate School of Life Science in a neuroscience-class. Neuroscientists are able to work in a bright field of public research institutes (national/international universities) in different areas of science and teaching, in research-oriented institutes (e.g. Max-Planck-Institutes), in diagnostics, in drug development in pharmaceutical companies, or in marketing. Further possibilities do exist in public authorities.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Neurobiology

Neurology/neurosurgery

Biopsychology and psychiatry

Developmental neuropsychiatry

Neuroimmunology

Experimental psychiatry

Neuronal imaging

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Würzburg, Germany

Disciplines

Neuroscience View 30 other Masters in Neuroscience in Germany

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.4

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

At the time of admission (not application) the applicant must have finished a Bachelor’s study program of at least 3 years with an equivalent of 180 credit points according to ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).

Concerning the GPA requirements, an average of 2.4 or better on the German grading scale is necessary to be eligible for the program. Foreign grades can be converted to German grades using the "Bavarian formula".

The Bachelor’s program of the applicant must have a strong focus on life sciences, chemistry, mathematics, physics, medicine and/or psychology. Competences in the following subjects are mandatory: cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Competences and experience in laboratory and research practice as well as in physiology are strongly desired.

Proficiency in English language is essential since all courses will be held in English. Exams, reports, and the Master thesis are required to be written in English:

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

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There are no tuition fees
Semester contribution of €182.10 which is composed as follows: Student Services fee: 72.00 € + semester ticket: 110.10 €)

Living costs

Würzburg

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

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