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Cognitive Science PhD at University of Sussex

University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Explore the nature of cognition in humans, animals and machines. Work across disciplines to understand how natural and artificial cognition emerges. Our pioneering, interdisciplinary approach brings together faculty and research students from artificial intelligence, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience and philosophy – you’ll find Sussex a great place for your research in cognitive science.

Department: Department of Informatics  |  Duration: Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: Choose to start in September 2027, January 2028 or April 2028  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You’re normally expected to have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a subject relevant to your chosen area of research. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. English language: IELTS (Academic) High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). Apply by 1 month before start (UK), 3 months before start (international).

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28). for full-time students Source

Intake: Choose to start in September 2027, January 2028 or April 2028

Duration: Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply

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