Course summary
This Masters in Philosophy of Mind & Psychology (Conversion) engages with issues in the nature of the mind at the intersection of philosophy and psychology. It is specifically designed for students who wish to pursue a philosophy track but who do not have an undergraduate degree in philosophy. A key strength of this programme is its blend of courses from both philosophy and psychology, while maintaining in-depth training in analytic philosophy. If you wish, this Masters can provide you with a fast-track into a PhD in Philosophy. Why this programme
- Courses reflect up-to-date research, drawing upon staff expertise in philosophy and psychology of mind and perception, combined with core training in analytic philosophy.
- Students will participate in the ongoing PPN (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience) seminar series.
- If you want to do a PhD in Philosophy of Mind but don't already have a Philosophy degree, then the MSc (Conversion) will allow you to apply straight away for the PhD in Philosophy.
- 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.
- Philosophy at the University has an illustrious history of original thinkers going against the grain of orthodoxy. Its past professors include such giants of empiricism as Adam Smith and Thomas Reid.
- Psychology at Glasgow is ranked 8th in the UK and 2nd in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2024).
How to apply
International applicants
International applicant information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'international'.
Entry requirements
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
All fees are published on the University of Glasgow website.
https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/
Sponsorship information
Sponsorship and funding information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'scholarships'.
Provider information
University of Glasgow
Berkeley Square
Pavilion 3
99 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
G3 7HR