Neuroscience, mindfulness and contemplative practices
Description of Postgraduate Degree Course
General Information
Level: First-Level
Field of study: Medicine and Pharmacy
Duration: Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Ibrida
Location: Pisa
CFUs: 60
Admission application: Applications open until 13 February 2026
Start date: 16 March 2026
Website: http://neuroscienzecontemplative.med.unipi.it
Italian
Italian
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 03 March 2026
- 1980 € no later than 15 June 2026
Auditing students:
600 € in a single installment
Registration fee reductions are available for 2 students as specified in the call for applications.
