Translational Neuroscience
Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg · Würzburg, Europe
Duration
24 mo
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Winter semester
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About this programme
The MSc Translational Neuroscience Elite Graduate Programme supported by ENB (Elite Network Bavaria) is a research-oriented, interdisciplinary training programme at the Faculty of Medicine that qualifies its students to effectively address the challenges in neurosciences. The Elite Graduate Programme is based on grown synergies between basic research and clinical practice including neurobiologists, neuroanatomists, neurophysiologists, neurologists, psychologists and psychiatrists from the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Human Sciences at the University of Würzburg. The students are trained to develop creative ideas and methodological approaches essential for novel breakthroughs in diagnostic and therapeutic developments. Thus, molecular principles and modular concept development in experimental and clinical research are focused on in the Elite Graduate Programme. Moreover, self-dependence and individual responsibility in scientific practice are conveyed in order to enable the students to fulfil the requirements in the scientific society and of careers in the international context. The curriculum is a two-year, international study programme intended to be continued with a PhD project at the Faculty of Medicine or the Graduate School of Life Sciences Würzburg or at other universities. Prospective students must have finished their BSc (or be close to completion). We expect: excellent theoretical background in cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry research experience professional knowledge of the English language self-organised students eagerness to discuss research questions commitment to a high workload The Faculty of Medicine has set up a highly competitive, international recruitment process. Selected students are offered an outstanding curriculum, incorporating current research in the rapidly expanding field of neurosciences in lectures, seminars, and laboratory projects. The curriculum is taught by principal investigators from participating institutes and research groups. First semester: Lecture series Lab courses (Methods in Neurosciences, Advanced Lab Rotation 1) Second semester: Lecture series Compulsory elective modules Third semester: Compulsory elective modules Lab courses (Advanced Lab Rotation 2 + 3) Fourth semester: MSc thesis and defence
Intakes & deadlines
Winter semester
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E.G. TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced
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Prerequisites
Degree/credit requirements At the time of admission to the programme (approx. July of each year), the applicant must have finished a Bachelor’s study programme of at least three years with an equivalent of 180 credit points according to ECTS (European Credit Transfer System). Concerning the GPA requirements, an average of 2.4 or better on the German grading scale is necessary to be eligible for the programme. Foreign grades can be converted to German grades. In case of a non-European Bachelor’s degree, the degree will be considered as equivalent if complying to the recommendations of ANABIN. Subject requirements The Bachelor’s programme of the applicant must have a strong focus on life sciences, chemistry, mathematics, physics, medicine and/or psychology. Competences in the following subjects are mandatory: cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Competences and experience in laboratory and research practice as well as in physiology are strongly desired.
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Tuition is No tuition fee. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Degree/credit requirements At the time of admission to the programme (approx. July of each year), the applicant must have finished a Bachelor’s study programme of at least three years with an equivalent of 180 credit points according to ECTS (European Credit Transfer System). Concerning the GPA requirements, an average of 2.4 or better on the German grading scale is necessary to be eligible for the programme. Foreign grades can be converted to German grades. In case of a non-European Bachelor’s degree, the degree will be considered as equivalent if complying to the recommendations of ANABIN. Subject requirements The Bachelor’s programme of the applicant must have a strong focus on life sciences, chemistry, mathematics, physics, medicine and/or psychology. Competences in the following subjects are mandatory: cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Competences and experience in laboratory and research practice as well as in physiology are strongly desired. English: E.G. TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced.
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