Overview

Course overview

The Neural Systems and Computation program at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology offers theoretical and laboratory training in neural computation and systems neuroscience. It offers hands-on knowledge of data gathering, analysis and scientific presentation. Students join an interdisciplinary research community with expertise in neuroinformatics, advanced experimental techniques and neuromorphic engineering.

Program

The program consists of a set of core modules, elective core modules, a set of elective modules, and a Master’s thesis. Students may choose, in consultation with their mentor, a selection of elective core modules and elective modules to suit their backgrounds and goals. The Master’s thesis is mandatory and students have the option to reduce the duration of the thesis project in favour of two short research projects.

The core modules provide a common foundation for students with different educational backgrounds and are mandatory for all NSC students. The set of elective core modules cover the following:

Systems Neurosciences
Neural Computation and Theoretical Neurosciences

Neuro-technologies and Neuromorphic Engineering

In addition to theoretical courses, the core modules include a practical education in instrumentation, measurement, and data analysis relevant to neuroinformatics as well as an opportunity to study, discuss, and report on a list of foundational research papers in neuroscience and computation. In addition, a journal club, held with graduate students and INI staff, will provide a forum for the analysis and evaluation of recently published high-profile research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Readings in Neuro-informatics
Journal Club
Colloquium
Neural Systems
Systems Neuroscience
Computational Vision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

7

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Neuroscience View 8 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

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100

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the electronic application form which requires the following documents:

curriculum vitae (resume)
a max. one-page motivation letter stating the reasons for your interest in this program
full details about your Bachelor’s degree including the complete transcript of academic records
for non Swiss citizens: A short financial statement describing how you plan to cover your living expenses in Switzerland while enrolled in the program (no bank details needed)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

1460 CHF / year

≈ 1460 CHF / year
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Citizens or residents

1460 CHF / year

≈ 1460 CHF / year

Living costs

Zürich

Switzerland

1920 - 2572 CHF / month

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