Neurophilosophy of Mind and Consciousness

Period (from - till): 12 February 2027 - 02 April 2027 (BMS_P3_A).

Course coordinator/Faculty:
Dennis Schutter, Prof of Social and behavioural Science, Utrecht University

Course description
The question that has baffled scientists and philosophers for centuries is > how molecules, cells, neurotransmitters and hormones in our brains create consciousness and self-awareness? There have been breakthroughs in the fields of philosophy, psychology, neuroscience and psychiatry, but the quest for understanding the origins of mind and consciousness continues. The MSc course Neurophilosophy of Mind and Consciousness provides students with novel and practical insights into this field from psychological, philosophical and neuroscientific perspectives. Main practical aim is to improve theorizing and writing skills to academic levels.

Neurophilosophy of Mind and Consciousness is a 7.5 EC course, which includes lectures, discussions, literature study and writing assignments.

Literature/study material used
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Registration
You can register for this course via Osiris Student. More information about the registration procedure can be found here on the Students' site. Maximum participants 24.

Mandatory for students in own Master’s programme:
No
 
Optional for students in other GSLS Master’s programme:
Yes