Philosophy of Mind & Psychology MSc
University of Glasgow
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MSc - Master of Science

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Gilmorehill Campus

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12 Months

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MSc - Master of Science

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Gilmorehill Campus

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SEP-26

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This interdisciplinary programme is ideal for students interested in studying the mind from a philosophical and psychological perspective. Our affiliation with the Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience and our research strengths make this programme especially attractive to students interested in issues relating to perception. Students will participate in the ongoing PPN (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience) seminar series, including special sessions where guest speakers meet with ...Read more

This interdisciplinary programme is ideal for students interested in studying the mind from a philosophical and psychological perspective. Our affiliation with the Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience and our research strengths make this programme especially attractive to students interested in issues relating to perception. Students will participate in the ongoing PPN (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience) seminar series, including special sessions where guest speakers meet with students in this program to discuss specific research projects. You will participate in ongoing research activities in Philosophy, Psychology, and The Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience - a world-class perceptual research centre. This programme provides students with rigorous and personalised training in problem solving, writing, presentation and research. These invaluable skills can be applied in a wide range of careers, including journalism, teaching, the Civil Service, local government, business, publishing, law, and the arts. It also provides students with an exceptional foundation for doctoral level research.

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WUSCA ranking:
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42/279
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14th
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31st
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Elena
22 Feb 24

Glasgow University is in a good location, though it is expensive to live in the West End so I commute from Paisley. The classes are interesting, the assessments in the philosophy..Read more

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Maya
19 Feb 24

I love the location of the campus and how easy it is to be involved in the community/student life. The only thing I can think of improving would be to have more study spaces on..Read more

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Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified

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£947 month

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£947 month

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£2,205 month

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Elena
22 Feb 24
Philosophy - MA (Hons)
Glasgow University is in a good location, though it is expensive to live in the West End so I commute from Paisley. The classes are interesting, the assessments in the philosophy...
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Maya
19 Feb 24
Philosophy - MA (Hons)
I love the location of the campus and how easy it is to be involved in the community/student life. The only thing I can think of improving would be to have more study spaces on...
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