Computational Neuroscience

Transcripts & Degree Certificate. Applicants have to submit complete academic records and copies of degrees awarded (Bachelor's degree certificate). Transcripts or degree certificates issued in languages other than German or English must be accompanied by a German or English translation. The Grade Point Average (GPA) must be indicated on the transcript. A GPA of at least 2.5 (German grading system) is required. Applications are welcome even if the required degree (B.Sc.) has not been awarded by the time of application, as long as the degree will be conferred before courses start in October.

Applicants from China,Vietnam, India need to upload the APS certificate in addition.

English Proficiency Requirements. All applicants whose native language is not English must show proof of English proficiency (TOEFL IBT min. 79; IELTS min. 6.5; FCE, CAE, CPE min B2).

Exempted from this proof are students who (1) graduated from a college/university where the medium of instruction was English or (2) are from a country where the official language is English or (3) German students who had English as a foreign language at a German Gymnasium from grade 8 until grade 12/13, with a final result of at least "good".

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Academic Purpose. Please present and discuss your academic and career objectives. Be as specific as you can about your particular interests in neuroscience and why you plan to pursue your graduate studies in Tübingen. Beyond what is apparent from your transcripts, describe your preparation for the neuroscience program (e.g., research projects in which you have participated). Your statement is an important part of the application. It should be clear, concise, and well-crafted (2 pages at most).

Students from EU and EC countries only have to pay the semester fee. Students from non-EU countries have to pay a tuition fee of 1,500 Euro per semester (3,000 Euro per year).