Philosophy of Mind and Psychology (Conversion)

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject.

A 2.2 Honours degree will be considered where supported by relevant experience. Substantial, directly relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This interdisciplinary programme is ideal for students interested in studying the mind from a philosophical and psychological perspective. A key strength of this programme is its blend of courses from both philosophy and psychology, while maintaining in-depth training in analytic philosophy. 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. It is specifically designed for students interested in the philosophy of mind, but who do not have an undergraduate degree in philosophy or psychology. With a suitable level of attainment, this degree may provide fast-track entry into philosophical or psychological research at the doctoral level.

Why this programme

• Courses reflect up-to-date research, drawing upon staff expertise in philosophy and psychology of mind and perception, combined with core training in analytic philosophy.
• Students will participate in the ongoing PPN (Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience) seminar series.
• If you want to do a PhD in Philosophy of Mind but don't already have a Philosophy degree, then the MSc (Conversion) will allow you to apply straight away for the PhD in Philosophy.
• 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.
• Philosophy at the University has an illustrious history of original thinkers going against the grain of orthodoxy. Its past professors include such giants of empiricism as Adam Smith and Thomas Reid.
• Psychology at Glasgow is ranked 8th in the UK and 2nd in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2024).