Birkbeck, University of London: Cognition and Computation
| Institution | Birkbeck, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychological Sciences |
| Web | http://www.bbk.ac.uk/ |
| Telephone | 0203 907 0700 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| EU | 9960 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9960 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9960 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9960 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9960 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 16020 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| EU | 4980 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 4980 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4980 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4980 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4980 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8010 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
MSc
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| EU | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17100 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| EU | 5250 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5250 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8550 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (normally at least a 2:1) in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests and at least 7.0 in writing. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Summary
Aimed at graduates of either the computational sciences or the psychological sciences, the postgraduate degree in Cognition and Computation is an ideal foundation for a research career in the cognitive sciences.
It studies the cognitive processes and representations underlying human thought, knowledge and behaviour, and integrates a wide range of disciplines and methodologies with the core assumption that human cognition is a computational process, implemented in neural hardware.
Key topics include: the nature of computational explanation; general principles of cognition; methodology of computational modelling; theories of the cognitive architecture; symbol systems; connectionism; neural computation; and case studies in computational cognitive modelling.
The programme involves intensive training in experimental design and methodology, building computational models, and carrying out a substantial piece of original research.
**HIGHLIGHTS**
- The Department of Psychological Sciences has an outstanding research tradition, with an international reputation in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience, especially developmental cognitive neuroscience. You will have the opportunity to interact with world-class researchers and attend research seminars organised by the Department and a number of other local research centres and institutes.
- Psychological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked fifth in the UK in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) and we achieved 100% for a research environment conducive to research of world-leading quality.
- Psychology at Birkbeck is ranked third best in London, ninth in the UK and 85th globally in the 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
- ESRC funding may be available in conjunction with PhD study.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A second-class honours degree (normally at least a 2:1) in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related discipline. If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests and at least 7.0 in writing. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Birkbeck, University of London
Introduction
Birkbeck, part of the University of London, offers nearly 300 taught and research postgraduate programmes across arts and humanities, business and economics, law, science and social science. As an evening teaching specialist, Birkbeck offers its taught postgraduate courses between 6-9pm, with some courses available through distance learning. As with undergraduate courses, postgraduates can study full-time or part-time.
Home to 44 research and specialist institutes, Birkbeck is the sixth largest provider of taught postgrad courses for UK and EU students - some 44% of its 11,000-plus students are on postgrad programmes. Around 90% of its academics …
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