Cognitive Neuroscience (research)
Radboud University • Nijmegen • Health care, social services and care services
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Additional Knowledge
Students who did not follow physics in their highschool curriculum and/or who have not been trained in mathematics (including concepts such as matrix algebra, differentation, integration, complex numbers) are advised to resolve this deficiency prior to the start of the programme.
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan. - 2. Previous Education
BSc degree in Linguistics, Physics, Biology, Medicine, Mathematics, Behavioural Sciences (e.g. Psychology), Artificial Intelligence or a related discipline.
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- 4. Assessment Interview
Eligible candidates may be invited for an interview, person-to-person or online.
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan. - 5. Written Request
A letter of motivation is required, as well as a recent CV and a list of all Bachelor courses and the results obtained.
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Language requirements
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1)
- IELTS overall band (7)
- TOEFL internet based (100)
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (C2)
- Pearson Test of English Academic (67)
Estimated Monthly Expenses

Radboud University
NijmegenResearch University
Founded in 1923, Radboud University in Nijmegen is consistently ranked as the best broad university in the Netherlands by national surveys. Home to 1 Nobel Prize laureate and known for its green campus, strong research output, and excellent student satisfaction. The university has produced 5 Dutch prime ministers.
Accreditations
Scholarships
- Fullbright-Radboud Scholarships
- Global Education Programme
- Radboud Scholarship Programme
- StuNed Scholarship Programme