International Max Planck Research School – Biological Intelligence

International Max Planck Research School – Biological Intelligence (IMPRS-BI) offers first-rate training to doctoral students interested in the question of how nervous systems develop and have evolved to generate behaviour. It integrates research on behaviour, neurobiology, neuronal circuits, natural ecology, and evolution, with the aim of unravelling the nature of biological intelligence. World class scientific research work is at the core of the IMPRS-BI mission.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Successful candidates need to be fluent in written and spoken English. Unless native speakers, should document proficiency with TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge ESOL certificate. If a test cannot be provided, applicants should describe their English skills in the application form and explain why they think their English skills are sufficient.

APS Certificate

Yes