International Graduate School of Neuroscience
Curriculum
The IGSN offers a one-year auxiliary training program for medical students at Ruhr-University Bochum interested in conducting an experimental MD project with a neuroscientific focus.
MD students participate in the IGSN’s graduate school program, which includes state-of-the-art symposia, methodological and practical courses, journal clubs, lab meetings, and a lecture course. A credit point system allows MD students to monitor their progress. Upon completing their MD at the RUB Medical Faculty, successful alumni receive a certificate from the IGSN.
MD projects align with the research interests of IGSN faculty members and are supervised by them. The faculties of Medicine, Psychology, and Biology take part in the program.
Requirements:
- Successful completion of the first four semesters of medical studies
- Passed Physikum with a grade of 2.0 or better
- Interest in neuroscience
- Commitment to engage in two research semesters and conduct an experimental project
- Fluent English
Application:
Applications are open to RUB medical students who meet the above-mentioned eligibility criteria. Please submit the following in a single PDF document:
- Letter of motivation (including project specification; approx. 1 page)
- CV
- Relevant certificates (e.g., Physikum and Abitur; originals preferred, but copies are acceptable)
Applications can be submitted at any time via email to Ursula Heiler.
Acceptance into the MD Program will be decided upon by a committee of IGSN members, based on the written application.
Important Notes:
- As per faculty regulations, you must register the start of your MD project with the RUB Medical Faculty.
- Upon completion of the thesis, it is to be submitted to the Medical Faculty, in accordance with the faculty’s regulations.
Upon successful completion of the MD curriculum and the medical doctorate, participants will receive a certificate from the International Graduate School of Neuroscience acknowledging their academic achievements. Certificates are awarded at the IGSN annual Graduation Day.