Overview

This Neuroscience programme offered by Karolinska Institute focuses on the study of the nervous system across multiple levels, including cellular and molecular mechanisms, neural circuits, cognition, and behaviour. It supports research into both normal brain function and the mechanisms underlying neurological and psychiatric disorders.

Key Facts

The academic environment integrates interdisciplinary training across several neuroscience domains, with coursework and activities organised across multiple departments. Training includes specialised and introductory courses, seminars, and collaborative learning opportunities, enabling the development of broad knowledge and the ability to conduct independent research in neuroscience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Developing Brain
Brain Circuits
Functional Cognitive Neuroanatomy
Neurodegenerative Disorders: Genes, Mechanisms and Clinical Aspects
Human Neuroscience
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Neural Circuits and Systems
Cognition and Behaviour
Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

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Language

English

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stockholm, Sweden

Disciplines

Neuroscience

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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62

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master’s degree or 240 ECTS credits including 60 at advanced level, or equivalent knowledge required
Studies must be completed at an internationally recognised university
English proficiency equivalent to Swedish upper secondary English 6 required (via test or prior studies)
Admission depends on establishment of a doctoral position before recruitment
Research project feasibility, supervision, environment, ethics, and funding must be approved before admission

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

PhD students are not charged tuition fees.

Living costs

Stockholm

Sweden

9668 - 17248 SEK / month

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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