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MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience

Universiteit Leiden

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #119 =

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Offered by Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands, MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience is a master's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 22,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 22,300 / year

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Last updated October 2026 · Source: universiteitleiden.nl ·

Program details

Overview

This track investigates the mental, computational and brain-based foundations of human cognition through mind and brain research, with a hands-on approach built around numerous practical courses. Students play an active part in live behavioural and neuroscience research projects, gaining solid grounding in the methods and practical skills needed to carry out research on human behaviour, including opportunities to work alongside researchers active in a chosen area. Training also covers a layered, theory-driven way of approaching the processes behind self-regulation.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Universiteit Leiden

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1575
QS rank: #119 =
Programs: 238
Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience award?

Universiteit Leiden awards a Master's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 22,300 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Psychology (Research): Cognitive Neuroscience taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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