Behaviour: From Neural Mechanisms to Evolution

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a field related to the Master’s programme Behaviour: From Neural Mechanisms to Evolution. Fluency in English is required. Applications deadline: July 15th -. Early applications are encouraged.

For your online application the following documents are required:

• a certified copy of Bachelor’s certificate (or an equivalent degree),
• a letter of motivation for applying for the MSc programme Behaviour: From Neural Mechanisms to Evolution (maximum 1500 words)
• a tabular CV listing the activities and experiences relevant for the studies
• summary of Bachelor thesis

evidence of English language skills (e.g. English as first language; first degree has been obtained at an English-speaking institution); TOEFL test (paper-based: TOEFL®ITP with a score record of at least 543; internet-based: TOEFL iBT® with a score record of at least 87), IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with an overall band score of at least 5.5 or any other equivalent test (level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

International students: Working knowledge of German is necessary for daily private activities; German courses are strongly recommended.

Furthermore, international students from countries not belonging to the European Union or the European Economic Area are requested to take the following entry requirements into consideration information of DAAD (Visa / Entry into the country).

Students may apply before receiving their Bachelor degree. In this case, they are required to submit certified copies of certificates and a transcript of records of their previous studies; admission may be granted subject to the successful completion of the first degree before the beginning of the MSc programme.
Candidates are selected based on their academic qualification, the evaluation of the letter of motivation, and a personal interview (if applicable).