Overview

A key point of focus in the Neurosciences program at University of Bonn is practical research experience in the laboratories of the participating departments and research groups. The first two semesters lay the foundation consisting of required courses in neuromorphology, neurophysiology and molecular neurobiology as well as statistics, scientific writing and research ethics.

Students then have the possibility to focus on one of these fields or choose from a broad spectrum of other areas such as neuroethology, neurogenetics, neuropharmacology, clinical neurosciences, cognitive neurosciences, reconstructive neurobiology, etc.

Possible lines of work:

Academia/neurobiological basic research (teaching/research at universities, research institutions), work in hospitals and specialized medical practices (e.g. neurology, neuropathology, psychiatry etc.), private sector: Development/production/marketing (pharmaceutical or medtech industries), academic publishing/scientific journalism, coordinative functions in neuroscience organizations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Neuromorphology

Neurohysiology

Molecular Neurobiology

Statistics, Scientific Writing, Research Ethics

Clinical Neuroscience

Cognitive Neurosciences
Reconstructive Neurobiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bonn, Germany

Disciplines

Neuroscience Biochemistry Genetics View 29 other Masters in Neuroscience in Germany

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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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79

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59

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Other requirements

General requirements

University degree (German or non-German) in a relevant discipline
English language proficiency (CEFR level B2)
Minimum grade of 2.3 or local equivalent
Specific modules: Proven knowledge in the areas of molecular biology, cell biology, or physiology | Lab experience in one of the following subjects: neuroscience, biology, medicine, biotechnology, psychology, pharmacy, chemistry, physics, or a related subject

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

University of Bonn does not charge tuition. But, you must pay the social contribution per semester (323,96 EUR – Winter Semester; 323,96 EUR – Summer Semester)

Living costs

Bonn

Germany

865 - 1281 EUR / month

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