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MScRestricted admission
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (542 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Master Cognitive Science
Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is a renowned research university located in the city of Bochum, Germany. The university offers a Master's program in Cognitive Science, which is an interdisciplinary field that explores the nature of the human mind and its processes. The program at RUB provides students with a comprehensive understanding of cognitive processes, including perception, language, memory, and decision-making. Students have the opportunity to work with leading researchers in the field and gain practical experience through internships and research projects. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in academia, research, or industry, making it a highly sought-after course at RUB.
Specialization
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Fields of study
Philosophy & History(Social Sciences & Humanities)
Psychology(Social Sciences & Humanities)
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Master Cognitive Science at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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The following tests are accepted as proof of English proficiency:
1. UNIcert II (grade 2.0 or better)
2. IELTS 6.5 (with at least a 6.0 in all four subcategories)
3. TOFL IBT 85 (with at least 79 in all four subcategories)
4. FCE (grade A or B, respectively C or B2)
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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The minimal condition for application is a bachelor’s degree from a university inside the EU with at
least 180 ECTS or an equivalent degree from outside the EU. The following subjects are considered
relevant for the program:
1. Cognitive Science
2. Psychology
3. Philosophy with a strong focus on analytic philosophy, especially philosophy of mind (at least
15 ECTS)
4. Neuroscience
5. Informatics/Information Technology
6. Linguistics
7. Mathematics
8. Biology with a focus on Neurobiology or Bio-Informatics or similar topics (at least 20 ECTS)
If the applicant’s bachelor program consisted of two subjects, at least one of those subjects has to be
considered relevant (see list above) and been studied for at least 60 ECTS. The second subject has to
provide at least 15 relevant ECTS.
Some exceptions are possible. In case of doubt, please contact Pascale Willemsen for further
information. Please attach your transcript of records in German or English to your email.
Prerequisites
The minimal condition for application is a bachelor’s degree from a university inside the EU with at least 180 ECTS or an equivalent degree from outside the EU. The following subjects are considered relevant for the program:
1\. Cognitive Science
2\. Psychology
3\. Philosophy with a strong focus on analytic philosophy, especially philosophy of mind (at least
15 ECTS)
4\. Neuroscience
5\. Informatics/Information Technology
6\. Linguistics
7\. Mathematics
8\. Biology with a focus on Neurobiology or Bio-Informatics or similar topics (at least 20 ECTS)
If the applicant’s bachelor program consisted of two subjects, at least one of those subjects has to be considered relevant (see list above) and been studied for at least 60 ECTS. The second subject has to provide at least 15 relevant ECTS.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Master Cognitive Science
Programme-specific documents
Preparation of Documents
Once the application portal is opened, it will require you to upload the following documents:
1. A certified copy of your original degree in German or English. If your
university does not provide an English version of your transcript,
needs to be translated by a certified translator into either German or
English.
2. A certified copy of your transcript of records covering all courses, grades and credit points obtained, including an average grade of all obtained courses. If your transcript does not show ECTS credits or no credits at all, your workload will be converted to ECTS credits accordingly as part of the evaluation process.
3. Evidence of English language proficiency (see Language Requirements).
Please note that we cannot accept letters of recommendation, be it academic or professional.
Please do not attach those documents. We would like to further ask you to refrain from submitting letters of motivation, as we cannot consider them in the decision-making process.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Address
Prof Dr Albert Newen, Universitätsstraße 150, 44801 Bochum
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