Master

Neuropsychology

Are you fascinated by the relationship between the brain and behaviour? Would you love to learn more about neuropsychiatric disorders like attention deficits, schizophrenia and dementia? Are you curious about how certain drugs can influence the processing of information in our brain? Then you should consider specialising in Neuropsychology. The programme focuses on normal and deviant behaviour in relation to brain structure and function. You'll study congenital, acquired or degenerative brain dysfunctions; related neuropsychiatric disorders; and the neuropharmacological mechanisms that underlie behaviour. After you’ve finished your master’s, you'll be a versatile and skilled researcher capable of pursuing a successful career at a university, research institute, hospital, rehabilitation centre or pharmaceutical company.

Fast facts

become a versatile & skilled professional researcher
focus on congenital, acquired or degenerative brain dysfunctions
learn skills that prepare you for future professional activities
1-year, full-time master’s, taught in English
starts in September
weekly: 6-8 hrs classes/practicals, 2-4 hrs lectures, 25 hrs independent study
you’ll get an MSc in Psychology

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Meet Petra: the student ambassador for the specialisation Neuropsychology.

On her Instagram account she shares her study experiences, moments of her life in Maastricht, and much more. Follow her to get a sneak peak of your possible future!

If you have questions about the programme and/or about (student) life in Maastricht, don't hesitate to get in touch with Petra through her Instagram page; she's happy to help you with your study choice, as previous student ambassadors helped her with hers.

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Are you interested in one of the master's programmes at the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience? Find out more about our faculty, master's programmes and what it's like to be a student at Maastricht University, at one of the following information events.

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Laura’s extra mile in health: “Study the effects of pharmaceuticals on patients with psychotic disorders and further develop my critical thinking”

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Laura Riveira Lago | Neuropsychology | Master in Psychology