Interdisciplinary Brain Sciences ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology

Overview

Psychological and neurological disorders such as depression and dementia are among the most common illnesses worldwide and represent a severe burden on society. Under­standing these illnesses and developing more effective treatments requires specialists who understand the relationships between biology, technology and clinical neurology.

Students enrolled in Joint Master's Degree in Interdisciplinary Brain Sciences at ETH Zurich - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. complete a set of core modules, elective core modules, a Master's thesis project, and an internship in a company or a clinic.

The core modules provide a common foundation for students with different educational backgrounds and are mandatory for all IDB students.

Students may choose, in consultation with their mentor, a selection of elective core courses to suit their backgrounds and goals. Students must attend elective core modules from each of the three above listed areas to obtain complementary.

Joint Master Interdisciplinary Brain Sciences Overview

Bridging ideas, disciplines, and approaches is essential to understanding the complexities of today’s world and actively contributing to its future. The ability to collaborate across diverse fields is increasingly valuable and in high demand in the professional sphere. 

Reflecting this vision, the MSc IDB program fosters an interdisciplinary mindset by offering a comprehensive overview in neuroscience combined with practical, hands-on experience across its many subfields.