Area of Studies

natural sciences

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cognitivescience.umk.pl/index.php/students/

Department

Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences

Tuition and Other Fees

Tuition fee : free of charge

Admission fee: 85 PLN

Application Deadline(s)

24 July 2026

Course Description

Course Profile

If you are captivated by the mysteries of the human mind and eager to pioneer the future of artificial and natural intelligence, the Master of Arts in Cognitive Science at Nicolaus Copernicus University (NCU) is your ideal launchpad. This cutting-edge program bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world execution, treating the mind not just as a subject of study, but as the ultimate frontier of modern technology and human potential. By choosing NCU, you enter a prestigious hub of scientific discovery where you will master a highly sought-after, interdisciplinary toolkit fusing neuroscience, psychology, computer science, philosophy, and linguistics. You will collaborate directly with international research environments, learning to design empirical projects, utilize data-driven reasoning, and apply cognitive principles to solve complex global challenges.

At NCU, we do not just teach cognitive science—we define it through a deeply integrated, modern approach that places you at the intersection of human thought and technological innovation. You will dive into hands-on research exploring how we perceive, learn, and communicate, while discovering how these insights are directly applied to advance artificial intelligence, revolutionize modern education, and fuel social innovation. The program is specifically engineered to cultivate your critical and creative thinking, empowering you to analyze data-driven problems and translate complex scientific concepts into actionable, real-world solutions.

Graduating from this program transforms you into a versatile, future-proof professional ready to thrive in the world's most innovative sectors. The unique combination of empirical research skills and technological literacy opens doors to prestigious career paths in AI development, human-computer interaction (HCI), neurotechnology, data analysis, and international research institutions. By joining our vibrant community of visionary researchers at NCU, you will acquire the precise, applied competencies needed to lead the next generation of breakthroughs in the science of the mind and the future of cognitive technology.

Education Requirements

1)     Bachelor, master, engineer or equivalent degree entitling the candidate to undertake master level education. and transcript of grades obtained during the course of study, entitling a candidate to continue university-level study in country in which the diploma was issued, or original of the certificate confirming graduation from studies and containing information on level, programme and profile of studies, obtained professional title and result.

2)     English Language Proficiency Certificate at minimum B2 level, unless specified as higher in the qualification criteria in IRK Admission System. The list of acceptable certificates is regulated by the REGULATION OF THE MINISTER OF SCIENCE AND HIGHER EDUCATION of 30 July 2025 https://study.cm.umk.pl/wpcontent/ uploads/2018/08/Rozporzadzenie-EN.pdf

3) Candidates are assessed on the basis of an online interview checking candidates' knowledge and aptitude to undertake studies in the chosen field and on the chosen tertiary education level. Candidates may be awarded maximum 100 points for the interview. The minimum requirement is 40 points.

Other Requirements

1)   A legalisation (authorisation) or apostille (if the document was issued by an institution operating in the educational system in a country that is a party to the Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents, concluded in The Hague, 5 October 1961) of the original of secondary school (maturity) certificate and transcript of grades or the higher education diploma and transcript of grades – depends on the level of studies;

2) Original sworn translations into Polish language (or English language if a candidate undertakes studies provided in English) of legalised/signed apostille secondary school (maturity) certificate and transcript of grades or the higher education diploma and transcript of grades (in case of other than sworn translation – translation legalized by the authorised institution in the country where the documents were issued) – depends on the level of studies;

Contact

studywithncu@umk.pl