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The deadline has expired! Unfortunately applications can not be accepted anymore!
The next period of IMPRS will start in 2015. Information regarding the application will be written here in 2014.
The next period of IMPRS will start in 2015. Information regarding the application will be written here in 2014.
Every three years, new students will enter the programme, enabling successive cohorts of doctoral students to progress through their three-year PhDs together. Eligible applicants will possess a Master's (or qualified equivalent) degree in disciplines like computer science, engineering, linguistics, mathematics, medicine, neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, neurology, physics, psychiatry, psychology, or related fields, awarded by an internationally recognized university-level institution. Research experience is essential for successful candidates.
Students may apply before receiving their Master’s degree, indicating the expected completion date. In this case, up-to-date transcripts of records are sufficient. Please note, the degree has to be completed by the time the students starts the PhD project.
Applications are evaluated by the members of the IMPRS faculty. Selection is based on academic qualification, personal references, research experience and interests. There is no separate selection procedure for receiving a scholarship . All students admitted to the programme will receive financial support. Please find further information regarding the assessment process here.
| interviews | done |
|---|---|
| Begin of PhD projects | autumn 2012 |
Important information regarding your application:
- Only online applications are accepted. Applications by email will not be considered!
- Java Script needs to be activated.
- Submitting ALL required documents enables the completion of your application.
- Only documents in pdf format are accepted.
- All documents that are not in English or German have to be translated by an officially approved translation office.
- Size limit of your uploads is 100 MB.
- Two referees must be named who will give a sound assessment of the applicant's aptitude to undertake a PhD. These referees will receive an email with the login details to a special recommendation form they are asked to complete. Applications are only complete when the two referees have filled in the online form. The applicant is not able to access this information.
- Both applicant and referee will receive a confirmation email once we have received the data.
- We will contact you when all applications have been assessed.
The following documents have to be submitted:
- Cover letter explaining your motivation and reasons for pursuing a PhD at the IMPRS NeuroCom
- CV including activities and experiences relevant to your studies
- Two names of academic referees supporting your application (to fill in the online application form; see explanation above)
- Title and abstract of your thesis (Master or equivalent; please one- page abstract)
- Master’s degree or equivalent (certificate)
- Transcripts of course work and other relevant academic certificates (marks)
- Certificate of proficiency in English: language requirements (non-native speakers only). Also acceptable is course work in English either at your home university or at a university abroad
- List of publications (if applicable)
- Research cluster into which you wish to be accepted
