London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Cognitive and Decision Sciences in London United Kingdom | University College London
University College London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
34,400
(c. USD45,964.25)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Science in Cognitive and Decision Sciences explores the mental processes and frameworks that shape human thinking, understanding, and decision formation. This interdisciplinary program combines diverse academic fields and research approaches, grounded in the fundamental concept that human cognition and decision-making function as computational systems operating through biological neural networks. Designed for exceptional students, this course caters to both aspiring researchers in cognitive and decision sciences and professionals seeking to apply theoretical insights about human thought to practical challenges in fields such as business, finance, and government policy.
The curriculum benefits from a distinguished faculty spanning multiple disciplines, featuring world-class experts in psychology, computational modeling, brain science, and economic theory. Situated in London - a global center for cognition, decision research, and neuroscience studies - the program offers unparalleled access to a vibrant intellectual community, frequent research seminars, and international conferences featuring top scholars from around the world.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. A student peer group will often contain a broad mix of undergraduate degrees. Most common backgrounds include psychology, neuroscience, statistics, economics, philosophy, computer science, cognitive science, linguistics and law. An undergraduate degree not listed here should not, however, deter a potential applicant who can demonstrate an understanding of the focus of the course and enthusiasm for cognitive science and decision making, although they should be prepared for the mathematical component contained in the MSc-level Research Statistics module. The English language level for this programme is: Level 2
UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component. Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening.
UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Version - Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component. Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening.
Tuition
GBP
34,400