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Master

Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences

University of Groningen • Groningen • Health care, social services and care services

Admissions & requirements

  • 1. Additional Knowledge

    The BCN research master is selective. Selection will be based on academic performance, motivation, and extracurricular activities. After registering via www.rug.nl/fse/education/admission-application/apply-msc/ (before May 1st) your application will be forwarded to the Board of Admissions.

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  • 2. Previous Education

    A Bachelor's degree in the Life Sciences, (Molecular) Biology, Medicine, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology or related programmes. The Admissions Board determines whether the content of the previous degree programme meets the admission requirements.

  • 3. Knowledge Minimum

    Please see detailed information for each track in the section “Programme”

Language requirements

Standard requirement for HBO/WO programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80. Note: Specific scores for this program are being verified.

Estimated Monthly Expenses

Rent~€800
Food~€300
Insurance~€120
Total~€1,220/mo
Estimates vary by city and lifestyle; we help you plan a realistic budget.
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University of Groningen

GroningenResearch University

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Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).

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Tuition (from)
€21,200
/year
Admission
Admission: Competitive
Duration
2 years
Location
Groningen

Accreditations

NVAO

Scholarships

  • Eric Bleumink Fund
  • Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
  • Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme
  • StuNed Scholarship Programme

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