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Ruhr University Bochum

Bochum

Cognitive Science

Subjects: Science;Psychology

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester ? Separate from the tuition fees, the cost per semester refers to another fee students pay each semester, covering registration fees, administrative costs, and often a public transport ticket.
360 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
No Tuition Fee
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.07.

Course description

This English-language degree program is deeply rooted in research and spans multiple disciplines. It seamlessly blends philosophy, psychology, neuroinformatics, and empirical neuroscience. Students can specialize in systematic philosophy, psychology, neuroinformatics, empirical neuroscience, and cognitive science. The curriculum is designed to foster a comprehensive understanding of these fields. It encourages critical thinking and practical application. By integrating these diverse subjects, the program prepares students for a wide range of careers and research opportunities. In systematic philosophy, students explore fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics. Psychology courses delve into human behavior and mental processes. Neuroinformatics combines data science with neuroscience to analyze brain data. Empirical neuroscience focuses on experimental methods to study the brain. Cognitive science examines the mind and its processes. This program is ideal for those who seek a thorough and interdisciplinary education. It equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in both academic and professional settings.

Program Information

Study Location Bochum
Start Semester Winter
Study Form Full-time
Study Type Postgraduate
Teaching Language English
Dual No
Remote No
Application Fee non-EU No information
Study Length 4 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester No Tuition Fee
Cost per Semester 360 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
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⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
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⏱️ Application Start Winter
01.06.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.07.

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good English-language skills

Qualification Requirements

good English-language skills, excellent Bachelor’s degree in one of the subjects listed below, extremely high motivation to study Enjoy: exploring new subject matters, intense studies Struggle through: formal modelling and philosophical theories This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects philosophy psychology neuroscience mathematics biology computer science linguistics and similar subjects Graduates from this degree programme frequently work as PhD student in a discipline related to cognitive science as scientists at universities or other research institutes in internationally operating corporations in research administration

Document Requirements

Proof of the passed language test (German) You can find the accepted proof of language proficiency here. Certified copy of degree certificate (original language and a German or English translation) List of subjects and grades Copy of the passport Possible proof of other language skills (English) APS certificate (only for applicants from China, Vietnam or India) Please note collective APS for other universities are not accepted! Essay (only for certain degree programmes)

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