MSc Neuroscience

Interdisciplinary English-taught MSc that combines experimental and theoretical neuroscience across biology, engineering, and behavioural sciences, with flexible electives and research-oriented specialisation.

Minimum GPA

The reviewed official application page states that applicants need a final bachelor's grade of at least 2.5 in the German grading system, or a final grade that ranks among the top 33% across the last three years. Applicants who have not yet completed their degree may still apply if they have obtained at least 130 ECTS.

English requirements

The reviewed official application page states that applicants need English at B2 CEFR level or above. The same page refers applicants to the university's accepted English certificates page for the recognised proofs.

Accepted bachelor fields

The reviewed official application page states that applicants need a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a major in natural sciences, engineering sciences, mathematics, medicine, computer sciences, behavioral sciences, or sport sciences.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

For enrolment at the University of Freiburg, the reviewed current official fees pages state EUR 1,500 per semester for non-EU/EEA international students under the university's general tuition rules; otherwise no tuition fee is charged.

Semester contribution

EUR 190 per semester (current official University of Freiburg semester fee).

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: For enrolment at the University of Freiburg, the reviewed current official fees pages state EUR 1,500 per semester for non-EU/EEA international students under the university's general tuition rules; otherwise no tuition fee is charged. Semester contribution: EUR 190 per semester (current official University of Freiburg semester fee).

The reviewed official career page states that graduates can move into university and research-institute positions, clinical research, health-sector training and laboratory roles, pharmaceutical and medical-devices project management, neurotechnology companies, research-funding consultancy, patent work, and scientific journalism.