Cognitive Neuroscience (M.Sc.)

How is cognitive neuroscience studied at MSB?
Research-oriented, data-based, practical

The master's program focuses on experimental work and the analysis of complex data. Students learn to measure and evaluate neural and physical processes and interpret them in a scientific context.

The course content includes

• Experimentation and data analysis
• Anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of the central nervous system
• Neurocognitive methods such as EEG, eye tracking, TMS, and (f)MRI Programming, data analysis, and visualization
• Functions of human consciousness
• Neurostimulation for medical applications
• Good scientific practice in empirical work
  
  

Our focus: Methods, data, consciousness, and neurostimulation

• Planning and conducting experiments according to the highest research and ethical standards
• Practical application of neurocognitive measurement methods and data-based analysis
• Development of a scientific research personality
• Precision medicine: Use of individual differences to optimize treatments
• Empirical consciousness research and targeted neurostimulation

Clearly structured: Focused on research and development

The course is clearly structured and consistently focused on research and development: In the first year, students explore key topics in cognitive psychology in depth and develop data analysis skills. In the second year, students develop individual areas of specialization, train practical laboratory skills, and apply these in their master's thesis.

Team-based learning: Interdisciplinary university concept at MSB

Modern neuro and data labs, involvement in current research projects, and close, personal support facilitate the learning process. Cognitive neuroscience is taught at MSB in an interdisciplinary style – in close collaboration with psychology and human medicine.

Admission requirements at a glance:

• Eligibility to study in master's programs in accordance with § 10 BerlHG.
• A successfully completed bachelor's degree in psychology, psychotherapy, neuroscience, or in the fields of psychological and cognitive science, biomedical science, mathematics and natural sciences, computer science and data-oriented subjects, or a related field with at least 180 credit points.
• English language skills at level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) are required.

There is no minimum grade requirement for studying at MSB. Following your application, we will assess your personal motivation in an individual admission interview.

Where are my skills needed?
Research, data science, and innovation

The master's degree qualifies graduates for a wide range of jobs in research, development, and data-driven professions. Graduates work in areas such as:

• Universities and non-university institutions of medical research
• Medical technology and the future-oriented e-health sector
• Data management, data analysis, and data science
• Medical and quality management
• Start-ups, especially in the field of technical wellbeing products
• Innovation fields such as neuromarketing or brain-computer interfaces
  
  

Research as a career path: Doctorate in Cognitive Neuroscience

For graduates with academic ambitions, the Master's program in Cognitive Neuroscience also opens up direct access to a doctorate. The methodological and technical skills acquired enable research projects not only in basic neuroscience research, but also in clinical, medical, psychotherapeutic, and technology-oriented disciplines.