Neuroscience

  • Master
  • Sciences / Medicine / Psychology and Educational Sciences / Interdisciplinary Masters

The Master's in Neuroscience at the University of Geneva is an interdisciplinary program offered jointly by the Faculties of Medicine, Science, and Psychology and Educational Sciences, and is  coordinated at the Geneva University Neurocenter. It stands out for its unique combination of practical, hands-on research training and a strong theoretical foundation in neuroscience, and the rich academic environment of one of Europe's most vibrant neuroscience communities.
 Students are immersed for the entire duration of the program within one of the local neuroscience research laboratories, working side by side with peers and internationally recognized scientists. This practical research experience is accompanied by a series of theoretical neuroscience courses and advanced training in programming, data analysis, and scientific communication; skills that are highly valued across academic, clinical, and professional domains. The curriculum spans a wide spectrum of topics, from state-of-the-art methods for exploring brain function and cellular neurobiology, to neuropsychology, cognitive and emotional processes, and computational neuroscience.
Situated within one of Europe's most advanced neuroscience hubs, Geneva offers a dynamic scientific environment, enriched by frequent seminars, workshops, and conferences featuring world-class researchers. Beyond the university, students also benefit from the city's role as a global center of diplomacy, international organizations, and NGOs, opening unique opportunities for networking and career development.
Graduates of this highly competitive program leave with the expertise, global outlook, and professional network to excel in competitive environments whether in academic neuroscience research, clinical practice, or industry.

Programme length

2 years (4 semesters)

Languages of instruction
French, English

4 semesters | 120 ECTS credits

Mandatory and elective courses (36 credits)
Foundations in Neuroscience:

  • Neurobiology
  • Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience

Research Tools & Advanced Methods:

  • Statistics and Programming for Neuroscience
  • echniques for Investigating Brain Functions
  • Practical Modules: PET, MRI, EEG, Neuroanatomy, etc.

Translational Neuroscience

  • Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology
  • Psychiatric Disorders
  • Neuroanatomy
  • Neuroscience of Sleep, etc.

Research Work (84 credits)

Bachelor of Science, Medicine or Psychology, or an equivalent degree.
The competitive merit-based admission process involves an interview. 

Deadline for enrolment at the University:
28 February 2026

neurocenter-unige.ch/master

www.unige.ch/enrolment

The research project includes mobility exclusively within UNIGE research laboratories. 

www.unige.ch/exchange

The Master's in Neuroscience prepares students for research careers in leading national and international institutions, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence. It also provides privileged access to Swiss and international doctoral schools in neuroscience, as well as specialized training opportunities through affiliated faculties. By combining rigorous education with advanced research experience, it enables students to develop extended expertise and to actively contribute to the advancement of neuroscience.

GENEVA UNIVERSITY NEUROCENTER
Centre médical universitaire (CMU)
1 rue Michel-Servet
1211 Genève 4

COORDINATOR
Delphine Jochaut
T. +41 (0)22 379 52 28
Delphine.Jochaut(at)unige.ch

FACULTY OF PSYCHOLOGY AND EDUCATIONAL SCIENCES
Pascale Pasche-Provini
T. +41 22379 90 11
Pascale.Pasche-Provini(at)unige.ch

FACULTY OF SCIENCES
Xavier Chillier
T. +41 22379 67 15
conseiller-etudes-sciences(at)unige.ch