都柏林大学 · 认知科学硕士 硕士

Entry Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate an adequate foundation in themes of relevance to Cognitive Science. This usually takes the form of

A BA/BSc degree in one or more of the main contributing disciplines (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience, Linguistics, Computer Science) with a final award of 2:1 or better (GPA of approx. 3·2), or international equivalent.

Applicants must display familiarity and critical engagement with some aspect of Cognitive Science. A degree in Computer Science that is focused on software engineering alone, for example, would not be considered adequate preparation, whereas the same degree with evidence of theoretical proficiency in robotics or human-computer interaction would be appropriate. Similarly, applicants with a background in Psychology would be expected to demonstrate critical engagement with the theoretical aspects of cognitive science, and not only clinical practice.

All applications are assessed on a case by case basis, however, so students with a non-standard background may also wish to consider applying. Advanced computational skills are not a prerequisite for this programme.

Articulate research questions within the field and display an awareness of the empirical methods that can potentially be brought to bear on them Bring insights from diverse disciplines to bear on focussed topics within the field Communicate research questions and findings to audiences in diverse disciplines, including the general public Critique theoretical and empirical claims made in the primary literature Identify and describe major topics arising within the domain of cognitive science Inform discussions that demand the integration of skills and insights from diverse disciplines in addressing topics related to human experience and behaviour Present their research in public and communicate clearly in writing Recognize and manage the theoretical diversity found within contributing disciplines Situate contemporary research in cognitive science in a theoretical and practical context This is not a vocational course. In the course of one year we cover a very broad range of material, thus greatly increasing the breadth of academic exposure of our students. Historically, about half of the students go on to do PhD studies, and many others look for work in research. This course will not make a psychologist out of a non-psychologist, or an IT specialist out of someone who is not an IT specialist upon entry. It will enable students to tackle research issues they might not have been able for before, and to do PhDs in areas that would not have been possible before. It also has the potential to enrich one’s engagement with a very broad range of challenging material. Many students pursue this course because of a passionate interest in our scientific understanding of what it is to be human. Please note that a cognitive science degree is not part of an accredited programme towards a clinical degree. Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information. Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.