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 2024-02-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-30 00:00:00

More details

Even though the deadline of April 30 has already passed, it is still possible to deposit a request for late admission until August 15

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Philosophy & Ethics Linguistics View 5 other Masters in Philosophy & Ethics in Switzerland

Academic 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.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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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/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 764 EUR per year during 24 months.
National

498 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based 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

1490 - 2050 CHF /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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