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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master English Social Sciences

Mind, Brain and Behavior

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen Gießen · Hesse Location: Giessen

About the Program

Mind, Brain and Behavior is an international Master's program taught in English. The program provides core competencies for a career in academia or industrial research in the fields of Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or the Behavioural Sciences and combines theoretical and hands-on methods courses. Courses on selected topics are taught by renowned experts. Hands-on courses cover a range of key empirical methods for measuring and modelling perception, neural processes, and behaviour. Understanding human perception and behavior is an increasing need in numerous fields of application, fuelled by recent technological advances in Artificial Intelligence. The program prepares students to address basic and applied questions at the highest scientific level in fields such as Human-Machine Interaction, Virtual Reality, Autonomous Driving, Cognitive Robotics, Machine Learning and Artificial Neural Networks.
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Mind, Brain and Behavior is an international Master's program taught in English. The program provides core competencies for a career in academia or industrial research in the fields of Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience or the Behavioural Sciences and combines theoretical and hands-on methods courses. Courses on selected topics are taught by renowned experts. Hands-on courses cover a range of key empirical methods for measuring and modelling perception, neural processes, and behaviour. Understanding human perception and behavior is an increasing need in numerous fields of application, fuelled by recent technological advances in Artificial Intelligence. The program prepares students to address basic and applied questions at the highest scientific level in fields such as Human-Machine Interaction, Virtual Reality, Autonomous Driving, Cognitive Robotics, Machine Learning and Artificial Neural Networks.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Psychology Artificial Intelligence Cognitive Neuroscience Behavioral Sciences Human-Machine Interaction Visual Perception Computational Modeling

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How do I apply to Mind, Brain and Behavior at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Mind, Brain and Behavior at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Mind, Brain and Behavior at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen 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, Brain and Behavior 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, Brain and Behavior at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen? ▼

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, Brain and Behavior? ▼

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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.

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