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Master's thesis in cognitive science

  • Number of credits 15 credits
  • Level Master’s level
  • Starting Spring Term 2025

About the course

The course involves writing a supervised thesis within cognitive science. The thesis will be defended at a seminar and the student will also present and discuss a thesis.

Application and eligibility

This course contains occasions that are included in a degree programme at Umeå university and applies only to those of you who are admitted to the programme. You will receive information about application times and what applies to you from your institution.

Master's thesis in cognitive science, 15 credits

Det finns inga tidigare terminer för kursen Spring Term 2025 Det finns inga senare terminer för kursen

Offered as part of a degree programme

Starts

25 March 2025

Ends

8 June 2025

Study location

Umeå

Language

English

Type of studies

Daytime, 100%

Required Knowledge

Finished courses corresponding to 90 credits (hp) in cognitive science or equivalent, including 30 credits at an advanced level in cognitive science including the courses Scientific perspectives and research design, 7.5 credits, Higher cognitive functions, 7.5 credits, Language, brain and cognition, 7.5 credits, and The problem of consciousness: Philosophical and empirical aspects, 7.5 credits, or equivalent.

Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A/6 (IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 5.5 and no individual score below 5.0. TOEFL PBT
(Paper-based Test) with a minimum total score of 530 and a minimum TWE score of 4. TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test) with a minimum total score of 72 and a minimum score of 17 on the Writing Section).
Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

Entry requirements

Application

Apply by logging in to Universityadmissions.se. Then follow the instructions.

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