Master
English
Social Sciences
Mind and Brain - Track Mind
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
Mind and Brain - Track Mind is an international consecutive Master's program according to § 23 Absatz 3 Satz 1 Nummer 1 Buchstabe a BerlHG. The program focuses on Philosophy and Cognitive Science with emphasis on Philosophy of Mind. The English-language program incorporates innovative research conducted by the Berlin School of Mind and Brain into an interdisciplinary teaching and education master's program. It acquaints students with the most up-to-date approaches to and results of neuroscience research as well as their bearing upon the fields of psychology, philosophy, neuro-linguistics, neuroscience and cognitive science. Main fields of research include Decision Making, Perception, Attention and Consciousness, Language and the Brain, Brain Plasticity and Lifespan Ontogeny, Brain Disorders and Mental Dysfunction, and Social Cognition. The program offers three different areas of specialization: (1) neuroscience, psychology, neuro-linguistics (2) philosophy or (3) academic management (German required!).
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Mind and Brain - Track Mind is an international consecutive Master's program according to § 23 Absatz 3 Satz 1 Nummer 1 Buchstabe a BerlHG. The program focuses on Philosophy and Cognitive Science with emphasis on Philosophy of Mind. The English-language program incorporates innovative research conducted by the Berlin School of Mind and Brain into an interdisciplinary teaching and education master's program. It acquaints students with the most up-to-date approaches to and results of neuroscience research as well as their bearing upon the fields of psychology, philosophy, neuro-linguistics, neuroscience and cognitive science. Main fields of research include Decision Making, Perception, Attention and Consciousness, Language and the Brain, Brain Plasticity and Lifespan Ontogeny, Brain Disorders and Mental Dysfunction, and Social Cognition. The program offers three different areas of specialization: (1) neuroscience, psychology, neuro-linguistics (2) philosophy or (3) academic management (German required!).
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How do I apply to Mind and Brain - Track Mind at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Mind and Brain - Track Mind at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Is Mind and Brain - Track Mind at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Mind and Brain - Track Mind programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Mind and Brain - Track Mind at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Mind and Brain - Track Mind? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.