Philosophy of Psychology
| Specialisation of: | Philosophy (of a Specific Discipline) |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Arts in Philosophy |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration: | 2 years (full-time); 4 years (part-time) |
| Start date: | September, February |
| Language of instruction: | English and Dutch |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60823 |
The Philosophy of Psychology specialisation has yearly courses (seminars, tutorials and supervised reading) on key problems in the foundations of psychology and cognitive science. Discussions typically concentrate on metaphysics (nature of the mind, consciousness, supervenience, constructivism, eliminativism), epistemology (perception and cognition, mental content, embodied cognition), and methodology (reduction, explanation, classical vs. neurocomputational approaches).
Entry requirements
- BA degree in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline from a recognised university, a BA degree in the chosen discipline and a completed pre-master’s in philosophy, or a BA degree combining philosophy and the chosen discipline from a recognised university.
- Applicants are requested to enclose a writing sample. The text should be written in English, focus on a philosophical subject, and preferably consist of no more that 2000 words.
- Proof of sufficient proficiency in English: IELTS test level of at least 6.5 or TOEFL score of at least 570/230/88-90, evidenced by an appropriate test.
This requirement does not apply if you have:- completed your education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia, or
- an International Baccalaureate, or
- a Dutch VWO-diploma
Student who do not meet the entry requirements please refer to the pre-master page (in Dutch)
Applicants with a higher professional education (HBO) degree are not eligible for admission.
