Program Overview
The Neuroscience (Neurasmus) at Universit\xc3\xa9 de Bordeaux is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 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 Neuroscience (Neurasmus) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bordeaux, France
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Neuroscience (Neurasmus) 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
- Students are introduced to the different domains of Neuroscience and provided with the basic knowledge they need through a commonly agreed core curriculum (core courses). In addition, every student conducts research projects (laboratory rotations) in different participating departments. Research projects involve experimental work, data analysis and a written laboratory report.
- The choice of the advanced courses (30 ECTS), in association with the initial track, will define the subspeciality training obtained by the student.
- Students complete a six month research project or industrial placement leading to a Master Thesis (30 ECTS). It takes place in a location defined according to the Personal Training Plan. This location must be chosen in collaboration with the affiliated partner university.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree (180 ECTS) or a qualification in natural sciences.
- A solid basic knowledge in general cell biology, as well as the basics of chemistry and biochemistry, physics and math is required.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
Language requirements:
- Candidates who completed their education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa or Australia do not need to provide an English certificate.
- All other applicants (incl. candidates who hold a Bachelor or Master degree taught in English) need to provide evidence of their English language skills with any one of the following test scores. IELTS: 6.5 (no score below 6), Paper-based TOEFL: 580, Computer-based TOEFL: 237, Internet-based TOEFL: 92, Certificate of Advanced English: B/C, Certificate of Proficiency in English: B/C.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 4,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,250 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Universit\xc3\xa9 de Bordeaux 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 Université de Bordeaux
Université de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France
The University of Bordeaux is a public research university based in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2028-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months