Doctoral Programme in the Field of Cognition
Max Planck School of Cognition
Program Overview
The programme bridges the gaps between related but different disciplines such as artificial intelligence, biology, (cognitive) neuroscience, genetics, linguistics, mathematics,...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October)
Duration
8 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Solid knowledge of the English language (B2 level) is necessary for success in the programme, which is conducted completely in English.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
By the time of admission into the programme, applicants must have completed a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in a field related to cognition, such as artificial intelligence, biology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, genetics, linguistics, mathematics, neurobiology, neuroimaging, neurology, neurophysics, philosophy, physics, psychiatry, psychology, or a related subject. A subject is related when it has at least 60 ECTS or 30 equivalent credits in the British/American/Australian credit system including assignments in the fields mentioned above. These assignments must be clearly defined as relating to the aforementioned subjects in the Bachelor's transcript.
APS Certificate
Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.
IELTS Score
Not specified
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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