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Evolution of Language & Cognition – (M.Sc.)

The University of Edinburgh

College of Humanities & Social Science
Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 6,054 - ≈ € 16,907 (non-EEA)
Location: Edinburgh / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 12 months Start Date: September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Parttime
  • Fulltime
Languages: English 
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The programme focuses on a treatment of language as a dynamic evolving system, bringing together origins, acquisition and change. It provides an introduction to the field of language evolution and cognitive evolution more broadly and can form the basis for further (typically PhD) study for those wishing to continue their research.

The programme draws on many disciplines in the University, including archaeology, biology, linguistics, neuroscience, informatics, philosophy and psychology.

Students who follow this programme will gain:

* a comprehensive synthesis of the most recent scientific findings relating to the origins and evolution of human language;
* a firm basis for subsequent advanced specialised research;
* a broad awareness of issues and findings in the evolution of language and cognitive evolution across participating single-subject disciplines.


Contents

The programme consists of both core and optional courses provided from across the University involving a mix of lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical sessions. Assessment is by written/project work and examination. MSc students undertake a supervised research project in any area relating to the course, resulting in a dissertation.

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Requirements

Candidates should normally possess at least a good undergraduate degree in a subject that is related to some aspect of the area of study. In addition to the supporting documents requested on the application form, please submit a personal statement.

English Language Requirements

* IELTS 7.0 (with at least 6.0 in each section)
* TOEFL 600 (with 55 in each section plus 4.0 in TWE)
* TOEFL 250 in CBT (with 21 in each section)
* TOEFL-iBT 100 (with at least 20 in each section)
* CPE Grade A

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: Bachelor's degree
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Language Proficiency

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade A (Score: 80)

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