Graduate Program in Neurosciences

Admission

 

 

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION - APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS  

 

The Program aims to promote graduates with accredited studies in Medicine, Biology, Pharmacy, Psychology, Veterinary Medicine, and Chemistry as well as in any field related to Neuroscience.

Up to fifteen (15) graduate students will be selected every 2 years.

The evaluation of the students will be according to the following criteria. 

  • Grade of the Degree
  • Grades in the undergraduate courses relevant to the Program
  • Grade in the degree thesis
  • Research Activity of the Applicant
  • Evaluation of Recommendation Letters
  • Proof of competence and fluency in the English language of level B2 or higher (according to the Council of Europe)
  • Interview

Application requirements

1. Certified copy of BSc or MD degree(s)

If the BSc and/or the MD degree is from a higher education institution outside of Greece, recognition by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Centre (DOATAP) is required. According to Law 4957/2022, the initial contact with DOATAP after a candidate applies for postgraduate studies is made by the Program’s Secretariat.

2. Course transcript

Τhe university degrees and the respective transcripts shall be written either in Greek (provided that they are issued by a Greek authority) or officially translated in English and certified by a competent authority.

3. Proof of competence and fluency in English language of level B2 or higher (according to the Council of Europe)

4. Proof of professional and/or research activity (if available)

5. A Motivation Letter in which candidates should effectively describe the reasons and motives for attending the Program.

6. Curriculum Vitae (CV) of the candidate, written in English and including information on studies, academic/professional experience, scientific/social activities, list of publications and scientific work (if available)

7. Two (2) letters of recommendation

8. One recent passport-size photograph


Initiation & Duration of Graduate Studies 

 

        The new academic year starts in the fall semester every two years. The Program leads to a Master’s Degree (MSc) in Neuroscience

        after four semesters of courses and research laboratory rotations.

          The Program awards a Master’s Degree (MSc) upon completion of a  four-semester studies program (totally 120 ECTS).

        During the first two semesters, students are required to complete five (5) mandatory courses and a number of elective courses.                        During the third semester,  students are required to complete two (2) three-month laboratory rotations, and during the fourth                            semester they are required to complete a research thesis (Research Diploma Thesis).

        For the successful completion of their studies, the students must take the appropriate courses to accumulate at least 120 ECTS credits            (30 ECTS per semester).