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University of Birmingham: Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| postgraduate@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**What is it to have a mind? Are mental properties reducible to neural properties? Could a computer ever truly think? Can we know what it is like to be a bat?**
On this programme you will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, rationality and interpretation, computation, perception, and consciousness.
You will be taught by one the UK’s largest and most vibrant communities of philosophers of mind and cognition, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics giving you expert supervision for your dissertation.
You will also have the option to pursue modules in the Departments of Psychology or Computer Science. This programme is aimed at graduates with a background in philosophy, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, or mathematics. It can also be used as a route into PhD research.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**What is it to have a mind? Are mental properties reducible to neural properties? Could a computer ever truly think? Can we know what it is like to be a bat?**
On this programme you will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, rationality and interpretation, computation, perception, and consciousness.
You will be taught by one the UK’s largest and most vibrant communities of philosophers of mind and cognition, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics giving you expert supervision for your dissertation.
You will also have the option to pursue modules in the Departments of Psychology or Computer Science. This programme is aimed at graduates with a background in philosophy, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, or mathematics. It can also be used as a route into PhD research.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**What is it to have a mind? Are mental properties reducible to neural properties? Could a computer ever truly think? Can we know what it is like to be a bat?**
On this programme you will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, rationality and interpretation, computation, perception, and consciousness.
You will be taught by one the UK’s largest and most vibrant communities of philosophers of mind and cognition, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics giving you expert supervision for your dissertation.
You will also have the option to pursue modules in the Departments of Psychology or Computer Science. This programme is aimed at graduates with a background in philosophy, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, or mathematics. It can also be used as a route into PhD research.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**What is it to have a mind? Are mental properties reducible to neural properties? Could a computer ever truly think? Can we know what it is like to be a bat?**
On this programme you will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, rationality and interpretation, computation, perception, and consciousness.
You will be taught by one the UK’s largest and most vibrant communities of philosophers of mind and cognition, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics giving you expert supervision for your dissertation.
You will also have the option to pursue modules in the Departments of Psychology or Computer Science. This programme is aimed at graduates with a background in philosophy, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, or mathematics. It can also be used as a route into PhD research.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
On this programme students will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, philosophical issues concerning rationality and interpretation, and consciousness. Teaching is conducted by a vibrant community of philosophers, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics and give expert supervision.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
On this programme students will explore issues in philosophy of mind and the cognitive sciences, such as the nature of intentionality, physicalism, philosophical issues concerning rationality and interpretation, and consciousness. Teaching is conducted by a vibrant community of philosophers, who pursue original research on a wide range of topics and give expert supervision.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The programme allows for multi-disciplinary entry. Applicants need an 2.1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or other relevant subjects (medicine, psychology, English, etc.) or a joint Honours degree of which philosophy or another relevant subject is a component. English requirements are: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, 21 in Writing, or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
University of Birmingham
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