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Master in Neurobiology- Vilnius University (VU)
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Master in Neurobiology- Vilnius University (VU)

Vilnius University
Vilnius, Lithuania
On campus
Full-time
Free
Duration
2 Years
Language
English

Program Description

The Master’s programme in Neurobiology prepares specialists who have a strong understanding of the structure, functions, and research methods of the nervous system. During the studies, you will learn to analyze neuroscience literature, critically evaluate experimental data, and understand the ethical aspects of research. The programme provides knowledge in the electrophysiology of biosystems, psychopharmacology, and other areas of neuroscience, and develops the ability to work independently in research, teaching, public, and private institutions where advanced neurobiological expertise is required.

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Why choose this program?

  • The only Neurobiology Master’s programme in Lithuania
  • Practical work in top-level LSC and other institutions’ laboratories
  • Opportunity to join international neuroscience research groups from the first semester
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Learning Outcomes

  • Graduates of the Neurobiology programme are able to study the latest scientific, experimental, and technical literature as well as other modern information sources, and apply the most up-to-date research and analysis methods.
  • They can explain phenomena occurring in the human and animal body, especially in the nervous system, from cellular mechanisms to the overall electrophysiology of systems.
  • They are able to formulate and analyze problems related to the characteristics of the human and animal nervous system, and understand the application areas, advantages, and limitations of modern clinical research methods.
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Curriculum

Semester 1

Compulsory Courses

Bioelectric Processes

Neuroanatomy

Neurophysiology

Research Project I/III

Optional Courses

Adaptive Neurotechnologies

Histology

Laboratory Animal Science

Methods of Brain Imaging

Python for Data Science

Sensory Systems in Plants

Semester 2

Compulsory Courses

Neurochemistry

Neuroethology

Psychophysiology

Research Project II/III

Optional Courses

Behavior Genetics

Biological Membranes

Biophysics of Control Systems

Biophysics of Neuron

Cognitive Psychology

Microbiota Research in Health and Disease

Semester 3

Compulsory Courses

Mechanisms of Sensation and Perception (module)

Molecular Mechanisms of Signal Transduction

Research Project III/III

Optional Courses

Adaptive Neurotechnologies

Histology

Laboratory Animal Science

Methods of Brain Imaging

Python for Data Science

Sensory Systems in Plants

Semester 4

Courses

Master Final Thesis (Study field: Biology)

Jobs - Careers

  • Neurobiology Researcher
  • Biomedical Research Specialist
  • Medical Diagnostics Laboratory Staff Member
  • Medical Equipment Or Laboratory Technology Consultant
  • Research Institute Or University Staff Member
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