MSc Brain and Cognitive Sciences

City Centre Campus, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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# 10QS Subject Rankings

24 monthsProgram duration

17,380 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

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Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Research Master's programme in Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Amsterdam offers a broad selection of tracks that investigate all aspects of the field, from the molecule to the mind. The programme is unique in its interdisciplinary...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Admission Requirements

Bachelor GPA

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

92+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

180+

Depending on the track of choice the applicant must hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent.

Behavioural Neuroscience track: Bachelor's degree in Psychobiology, Biomedical Science, Biology or equivalent
Cognitive Neuroscience track: Bachelor's degree in Psychobiology, (Cognitive/Biological) Psychology, Cognitive Science or equivalent.
Cognitive Science track: Bachelor's degree in (Cognitive) Psychology, Cognitive Science, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, Philosophy or equivalent.

Applicants with another Bachelor's degree may also be admitted to the Research Master provided they have an adequate academic background in the field of neuroscience and/or cognitive sciences.
You have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalent to at least:

3.0 (American system)
2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system)
7,5 (Dutch EC-system)

Program Duration

24 Months

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

2,530 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

17,380 EUR

Other Expenses

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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QS subject rankings

2013
#16
2014
#16
2015
#=11
2016
#=10
2017
#17
2018
#17
2019
#=16
2020
#15
2021
#15
2022
#9
2023
#10
2024
#8
2025
#10

Ranking criteria

Overall

87.5

Academic Reputation

90.2

Citations per Paper

94.2

Employer Reputation

74.8

H-index Citations

99.3

International Research Network

74.6

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City Centre Campus, Amsterdam, Netherlands

# 10QS Subject Rankings

24 monthsProgram duration

17,380 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Admission Requirements

Exam Scores

Important Dates

Application

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Tuition Fee

Domestic Students

International Students

Scholarships

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QS WUR Ranking By Subject

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Subject: Psychology

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