Sensory and Motor Neuroscience
Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany
The doctoral program 'Sensory and Motor Neuroscience' is part of the Göttingen Graduate Center for Neurosciences, Biophysics, and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB). It is hosted collaboratively by the University of Göttingen, the Max Planck Institute for Self-Organization and Dynamics, and the German Primate Center. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research in sensory and motor systems, integrating anatomical, physiological, and computational approaches to understand sensory processing, motor programming, and response mechanisms at both peripheral and central levels.
- Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany
- 3 years
- On Campus
- N/A
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Program Overview
The doctoral program 'Sensory and Motor Neuroscience' is part of the Göttingen Graduate Center for Neurosciences, Biophysics, and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB). It is hosted collaboratively by the University of Göttingen, the Max Planck Institute for Self-Organization and Dynamics, and the German Primate Center. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research in sensory and motor systems, integrating anatomical, physiological, and computational approaches to understand sensory processing, motor programming, and response mechanisms at both peripheral and central levels.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-10-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Starting 2026-04-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Anytime
Programme Structure
Courses include:The program provides a specialized but interdisciplinary training to promote a new generation of scientists with a comprehensive knowledge and state-of-the-art practical and theoretical skills in sensory and motor research.In particular, it addresses students with a special interest in understanding cellular mechanisms of sensory processing, sensorimotor transformation and goal-directed behavior.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GRE®
N/A
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must submit a cover sheet (PDF), relevant examination certificates (e.g., GRE if available), and proof of English proficiency. A statement from a prospective supervisor including preliminary thesis title, project start date, and potential thesis committee members is required. Additional documents include funding details (contract/stipend, source, duration), a short abstract of the proposed thesis (for specific programs), optional reference letters (up to two), and a passport-sized photograph. For certain programs like Molecular Biology of Cells, Cellular and Molecular Physiology of the Brain, and Systems Neuroscience, a brief thesis overview is mandatory.
Course Fees
N/A
Annual Fee
3 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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