Overview

The Cognitive Neuropsychology (Research) programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam presents a multitude of challenges and opportunities stemming from its two-fold focus on fundamental and applied research. By building bridges between the lab and the clinic, we aim to put you not just at the frontier of science, but also at the heart of society, empowering you to change the world around you.

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Upon completion of the Cognitive Neuropsychology research master’s programme, you will be able to pursue a wide range of careers. Most of our former students choose to stay in academia and become PhD candidates, who continue to make their mark at universities, academic hospitals and research institutes all over the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar Experimental Psychology

Medical Neuroscience and Neuroanatomy

Programming for Psychologists

Advanced Data Analysis

Brain Imaging

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Psychology Neuroscience Cognitive Science View 31 other Masters in Neuroscience in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.8

English requirements

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92

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your previous education needs to be deemed equivalent to at least a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree obtained at a research university (nominal duration 3 years).

Programme specific requirements

An academic Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Artificial Intelligence, Biology, Medicine or a closely related subject area.

A GPA of 8.0 (Dutch grading system) or international equivalent thereof (e.g. A, 3.8 out of 4.0 or higher). For a GPA below 8.0 but above 7.8 (or below 3.8 but above 3.7). Please note admission is not possible if your GPA is below 7.8 (e.g. 3.7).

An active interest in research. This will be indicated by your choice of undergraduate courses, which will show a strong presence of science-oriented courses and skill-oriented practical classes.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

24830 EUR / year

≈ 24830 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2695 EUR / year

≈ 2695 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

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