Course 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.
Modules
You will study six modules in total, three of which are core Philosophy modules: 1) Philosophy of Cognitive Science or Philosophy and Mental Health, 2) Philosophy of Mind, 3) Research Skills and Methods. Your remaining three modules are optional, and can be chosen from a range of modules in Philosophy. Up to 40 credits can be taken from outside the discipline, e.g. from the School of Psychology or the School of Computer Science. You will also complete a 15,000-word dissertation.
Assessment method
15,000-word dissertation.
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.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT