Neuroscienze, mindfulness e pratiche contemplative

Description of Postgraduate Degree Course

General Information

Level: First-Level

Field of study: Medicine and Pharmacy

Duration: Duration: 1 year

Mode of Delivery: In person

Location: Pisa

CFUs: 60

Admission application: Applications closed (14 February 2025)

Start date: 14 March 2025

Website: http://neuroscienzecontemplative.med.unipi.it

The postgraduate degree course Neuroscienze, Mindfulness e pratiche contemplative offers an integrated training programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in contemplative practices and mindfulness, aimed at promoting the individual's psychophysical well-being.

Students are trained in meditation techniques and in the application of interventions based on contemplative practices across various contexts, through theoretical lectures and practical workshops.

The course includes a comprehensive exploration of the psychophysiological correlates of meditative practices and examines the complex concept of consciousness from an interdisciplinary perspective, with a focus on the integration between Eastern and Western science.

In practical sessions, students engage in yoga, meditation, and other mindfulness and contemplative practices. The traineeship programme allows students to acquire the necessary skills to apply protocols in various professional fields.

Career opportunities

Graduates can obtain the following certifications, which allow them to lead meditation sessions for groups of healthy participants:

  • Mindfulness Basic Training
  • MBSR Teacher Trainer
  • Mindfulness Professional Trainer

Fees

In person

Regular students:

3300 € payable in 2 instalments

  • 1320 € no later than 02 March 2025
  • 1980 € no later than 15 June 2025

Auditors: 600 € in a single installment

Tuition fee reductions are available for 2 students, awarded based on income and merit criteria.

Notices

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