Master's thesis in cognitive science

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: 2KO018

The Course involves students planning and conducting, under supervision, with independent responsibility, an empirical Thesis based on a scientific basis within the current main area and subject orientation. The thesis work includes independently formulating problems, carrying out a scientific study, processing data with qualitative and/or quantitative methods and orally discussing and presenting the results in writing in a scientific manner. The course is divided into two modules where the first focuses on planning and motivating the thesis topic and the second focuses on conducting and reporting the thesis.

Behörighet

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 Research design and data collection, 7.5 credits, Higher cognitive functions, 7.5 credits, Language 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.

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• Master's thesis in cognitive science

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Startdatum: 25 mars 2027

  Slutdatum: 6 juni 2027

  Studietakt: 100 %