Program Overview

Program Overview

The Program of Master's in Sciences (Neurobiology) aims to form specialists who comprehend and study the structure and function of the central nervous system in its normal and pathological physiology, with approaches at the molecular, cellular, tissue, behavioral, psychological, and clinical levels. The program provides an up-to-date and integral vision of neurobiology, allowing students to acquire knowledge about the main methods and techniques of analysis used in neurobiology.

Program Details

• Duration of Studies: 4 semestres
• Area of Knowledge: II. Biological, Chemical, and Health Sciences
• Grades Awarded: Master's in Sciences (Neurobiology)
• Fields of Knowledge: Neurobiology

Admission Process

1. Publication of Call: November 18, 2025
2. Online Registration: February 3, 2026, 10:00 hrs to February 16, 2026, 19:00 hrs (CDT Mexico)
3. Evaluations: From March 17, 2026, to June 5, 2026
4. Results: June 16, 2026, from 12:00 hrs (CDT Mexico)
5. Enrollment: July 27, 2026, to August 7, 2026
6. Start Date: August 10, 2026

Profile of Applicants

The applicant should have basic knowledge of:

• Cell biology
• Chemistry and biochemistry
• Nervous system
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Psychobiology
• Methodology of science
• Interest in scientific research

Profile of Graduates

The graduate will have a solid knowledge of the foundations and advances in Neurobiology. They will be capable of continuing their development in scientific research, which will enable them to develop as teachers and in the dissemination of science. Graduates can also develop in the public and private health sector and industry.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge: The graduate will have knowledge that allows them to understand the functioning of the central nervous system at all levels and in an integral manner. They will identify the mechanisms involved in the pathology of the nervous system through this knowledge.
• Skills:
  • Participate in research projects
  • Search and manage updated information in the field of Neurobiology
  • Master the fundamental methods and techniques in basic research in Neurobiology
  • Approach problem-solving with an integral focus

Attitudes

• Critical attitude and integral vision of the current knowledge about the functioning of the central nervous system, as well as research and teaching.

Professional Opportunities

The Master in Neurobiology has a high capacity and experience to participate in scientific research projects. With the acquired knowledge, they can provide better answers and solutions to the problems and needs of the professional field. They can also participate in teaching, from the upper middle level to the postgraduate level, giving an updated and integral vision of the functioning of the central nervous system from molecular and cellular aspects to behavioral and cognitive ones. The Master in Sciences (Neurobiology) performs their activities in:

• Institutions of upper middle and higher education, public and private, within and outside the country
• Basic and applied research centers
• Public and private health sector
• Industrial sector

Participating Entities

• Institute of Neurobiology
• Faculty of Psychology
• Faculty of Higher Studies Iztacala

Plan of Studies

The Program of Master's in Sciences (Neurobiology) has the objective of forming specialists who comprehend and study the structure and function of the central nervous system in its normal and pathological physiology, with approaches at the molecular, cellular, tissue, behavioral, psychological, and clinical levels. The program provides an up-to-date and integral vision of neurobiology, allowing students to acquire knowledge about the main methods and techniques of analysis used in neurobiology. The program has tutors recognized nationally and internationally, members of the National System of Researchers, who belong to one of the three participating academic entities.