This intensive blended course, running from 21 May to 17 June 2026, is designed for Master’s and Doctoral students in Psychology, Neuroscience, and Health Technology or Biomedical Engineering. Delivered through a structured combination of online and on-site teaching, it introduces applied psychophysiology with a strong focus on heart rate variability (HRV) self-regulation and biofeedback.
The programme begins online with orientation, foundational concepts, team formation and interactive group teaching, followed by an on-site week dedicated to HRV laboratory work, a collaborative team experiment and expert guest sessions on neurofeedback and practical applications. The final online phase centers on data analysis, report writing and presentations, culminating in an integration session to consolidate learning outcomes.
Students will receive 4 ECTS for participation in this programme.
Course content
This blended course introduces the field of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, with a focus on Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Students learn to measure, interpret, and apply psychophysiological signals to improve mental performance and well-being. Topics include:
- HRV science and autonomic regulation
- Biofeedback techniques and tools
- Interventions using resonance breathing, cognitive tasks, and compassion practices
- Ethical and practical design of intervention
Key scientific questions:
- How does HRV reflect and influence mental states?
- How can HRV biofeedback support health and performance?
- What effects do different interventions have on psychophysiological responses?
Students will engage in both theory and hands-on lab work, culminating in an applied capstone project.
Preliminary programme (Subject to change):
Phase 1 (Online)
Orientation, applied psychophysiology overview, start HRV self-regulation training, team setup and weekly 1h team meetings.
- 27 May: Group Assignment 1 - Team teaching (2h, interactive; use of digital tool such as Mentimeter).
- 29 May: Online session - HRV training (week 2) + applied psychophysiology.
Phase 2 (On-site, 1-5 June)
HRV labs and team experiment; guest teaching (neurofeedback, HRVBF, applications).
Phase 3 (Online)
Capstone analysis, report writing and final presentations; final integration session on 17 June.
Funding
For this opportunity, Master’s students are eligible to receive a NeurotechEU grant. To obtain this funding, Master’s students must complete an Erasmus+ application procedure, as the grant is administered through the Erasmus+ framework. More information about the required steps and documentation will be shared soon.
If selected, PhD candidates have the possibility to apply for an Erasmus staff grant, with the support of NeurotechEU.
Please contact submissions [at] theneurotech.eu for additional details.
