Overview
This Cognitive Science programme from the University of Neuchâtel consists of modules in ethology, evolutionary biology, philosophy of mind, linguistics, cognitive and developmental psychology.
Specific areas of study are belief acquisition and social representation in human development, verbal and nonverbal communication, discourse used to understand and manage the mind, the dissemination of ideas and rumors, the construction of social interactions, the mechanisms that underlie cooperative behavior, and communication and cognition of nonhuman primates and animals in general.
Professional Perspectives
- Research in the private sector
- Research in public institutions
- Academia as doctoral students in research groups of international repute
Programme Structure
Modules included:
- Neuroscience
- Philosophy of Mind
- Linguistics
- Evolutionary Theory
- Psychology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Even though the deadline of April 30 has already passed, it is still possible to deposit a request for late admission until August 15
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Philosophy & Ethics Linguistics View 5 other Masters in Philosophy & Ethics in SwitzerlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The prerequisite for access to a Master program is a successfully completed Bachelor program in a related subject.
- A Bachelor degree obtained in a non-related subject and/or in a foreign country gives its holder access to Master programs under certain conditions. Further requirements may be asked (e.g. 30 or 60 additional ECTS before the Master program, additional studies during the Master program).
- For admission to specialized Master programs, the University sets additional requirements, equally applicable to all candidates.
Tuition Fee
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International
764 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 764 EUR per year during 24 months. -
National
498 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 498 EUR per year during 24 months.
The tuition fee for national students is 515 CHF per semester and for international (non-residents) is 790 CHF per semester.
Living costs for Neuchâtel
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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