Overview

In order to enter the Cognitive Science programme at University College Dublin, as well as submitting a formal application, the prospective student must reach agreement with a staff member who will undertake the role of principal supervisor.

Features

There are many faculty at UCD who work in areas that fall under Cognitive Science.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Cognitive Science

Cognitive Psychology

Consciousness, Agency and the Self

Cognitive Neuropsychology

Connectionism and Dynamical Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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90

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology View 3 other PhDs in Psychology in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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120

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to enter the PhD programme, the prospective student must first reach agreement with a staff member who will undertake the role of principal supervisor.

Only when an agreement has been reached between a supervisor and an applicant can a formal application be made. Intending applicants must have a strong background in cognitive science or in one of the contributing disciplines.

One way to achieve this background is through our taught masters degree.

Tuition Fee

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International

13730 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13730 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

7130 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7130 EUR per year during 36 months.

The displayed fees are for 2024. Fees for 2025 will be updated soon.

Living costs for Dublin

1100 - 1800 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Cognitive Science.

Available Scholarships

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