Philosophy of Mind and Psychology MSc

Course description

This interdisciplinary programme is ideal for students interested in studying the mind from a philosophical and psychological perspective. Our affiliation with the Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience and our research strengths make this programme especially attractive to students interested in issues relating to perception.

**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**

- Courses reflect up-to-date research, drawing upon staff expertise in philosophy and psychology of mind and perception.

- Students will participate in the ongoing PPN (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience) seminar series, including special sessions where guest speakers meet with students in this program to discuss specific research projects.

- 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.

- Psychology at Glasgow is ranked 8th in the UK and 2nd in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2019).

**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**

The programme consists of two philosophy courses and two psychology courses as well as a research methods course in each subject. Modes of delivery include lectures, seminars, and lab work. During the summer, you will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice, supported by an expert supervisor.

**Core Courses**

**Semester 1**
PHILOSOPHY OF MIND A
PHILOSOPHY RESEARCH METHODS A
SOCIAL ROBOTICS (PGT)

**Semester 2**
PHILOSOPHY OF MIND B
PHILOSOPHY RESEARCH METHODS C
RESEARCH METHODS IN COGNITIVE SCIENCE (PGT)
ADVANCED PERCEPTION AND COGNITION (PGT)

**Summer**
DISSERTATION (10,000 - 15,000 words)

Subjects

• Philosophy
• Psychology