Program Overview
The Cognitive Neuroscience: Mind at University of Sk\xc3\xb6vde is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Cognitive Neuroscience: Mind programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Sweden and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 13,260 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Skövde, Sweden
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cognitive Neuroscience: Mind programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Experimental Design and Data Analysis for Life Science
- Research Perspectives and Research Methods in Cognitive Neuroscience
- Brain plasticity: Theory and Applications
- Various States of Mind and their Neural Basis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requires at least a 3-year Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree (180 ECTS credits) in Cognitive Neuroscience or equivalent. A further requirement is proof of skills in English equivalent of studies at upper secondary level in Sweden, known as English course 6 / English B. This is normally demonstrated by means of an internationally recognized test, e g IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,260 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,260 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sk\xc3\xb6vde directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Skövde
University of Skövde
Skövde, Sweden
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University Profile- Application Deadline 16 October 2025
- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months