Overview

The Behavior and Cognition program is run by the Faculty of Biology and Psychology of the University of Göttingen and the German Primate Center. Interdisciplinary collaboration and exchange are an important element of this study program.

Features

Doctoral students are affiliated with one (or sometimes two) of the research groups of this program. Each project is supervised by a three-member thesis committee. A regular research colloquium provides a platform for progress reports and discussions. Participation in scientific meetings and workshops is encouraged.

Programme Structure

Modules:

Acquiring knowledge of and reflecting on research

Technical and methodological basics

Scientific teaching

Scientific communication

Key competencies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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80

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Credits

20 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göttingen, Germany

Disciplines

Psychology View 6 other PhDs in Psychology in Germany

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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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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

degree certificates. If the certificates are not issued in English or German, a translation (into English or German) is required.

a certificate of proficiency in English (see below for details)

certificates of additional qualifications relevant for the program. This includes publications, practical training, teaching and work experiences

a CV, written in English. It shall also cover the applicant's previous scientific career

a declaration whether another PhD dissertation will be or has been completed successfully or unsuccessfully

a letter confirming supervison by a member of BeCog

a confirmation stating that no commercial facilitators were involved in the application process; furthermore, a confirmation is required that no benefits conflicting with the dissertation protocol were received and that there are no grounds that may lead to a withdrawal of a doctoral degree

a short project proposal

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Semester fee: 466 Euro

Living costs

Göttingen

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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