Cognitive Studies - MA
Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, our grade point average in philosophy was higher than that of Oxford and Cambridge. Our courses are taught by some of the most respected philosophers in the world.
About the course1 year full time/2 years part time This subject crosses many disciplines. The choice of modules includes many in the Departments of Archaeology, Human Communication Sciences, Linguistics, Philosophy and Psychology. You'll be based in the Department of Philosophy but you are free to specialise in any of the other subjects. You'll study the key theoretical issues and how they relate to empirical findings on the development and functioning of human cognition. There is no formal division between the research and taught tracks. If you want to carry on to do a PhD, you'll apply for funding during the MA. Entry requirementsYou'll need a first-class or 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. We prefer philosophy, psychology, archaeology, human communication sciences or linguistics. English language requirements for overseas studentsIELTS 6.5 with no less than 6 in any component and at least 6.5 in written component, or TOEFL 91 (IBT), or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
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Fees and fundingIf you qualify, you may be able to get financial support through the University's studentships and fee waivers, and the new AHRC Block Grant Partnership. AHRC Block Grant Partnership and other sources of funding Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: Joanne Elliot |
Where your masters can take youA masters from Sheffield is excellent preparation for a PhD at any leading university. Many of our MA students take their PhDs with us, then go on to academic posts at places such as Aberdeen, Birkbeck, Cambridge, Essex, Keele, Kent, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Manitoba, Newcastle, Nottingham, the Open University, Oxford, Sheffield, Stirling and Zurich. You'll be part of a large, diverse group of students from all over the world. You'll socialise together, share ideas and inspire each other.A lively study environmentYou'll be part of a large, diverse group of students from all over the world. You’ll socialise together, share ideas and inspire each other. We want your time here to be rewarding, a positive experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. The Philosophical Gourmet Report 2009 recognised our strengths in Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of Mind, Metaphysics, Epistemology, Philosophical Logic, Philosophy of Cognitive Science, Philosophy of Mathematics, Mathematical Logic, Metaethics, Philosophy of Art, Kant, 19th Century Continental Philosophy, History of Analytic Philosophy, American Pragmatism and Feminist Philosophy. The department is home to The Hang Seng Centre for Cognitive Studies and the major AHRC research project on Culture and the Mind. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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