[Corpora-List] International Masters in Cognitive Science, University of Trento, Italy

[Marco Baroni]

International Masters in Cognitive Science, University of Trento, Italy:

1. COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE - CSCNS
Cognitive neuroscience is the study of the mind and brain, investigating 
how and why people think and act the way they do. The knowledge and 
skills gained in the Master’s course will provide a foundation for 
advanced scientific research, with professional applications in the 
fields of education, consumer and economic decision making, psychology 
and clinical research.
The Master’s course in Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of 
Trento provides research-focused training with a diverse, international 
group of faculty and researchers. The two year program combines courses 
in neuroscience, cognition, statistics, advanced signal and data 
analysis with hands-on training in cutting-edge research techniques. 
These include functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), transcranial 
magnetic stimulation (TMS), magnetic encephalography (MEG), 
computational modelling, comparative cognition (animal models), EEG, eye 
tracking, cinematic motion tracking and psychophysics.

2. LANGUAGE AND MULTIMODAL INTERACTION TRACK- CSLMI
Communication via language and other modalities is a fundamental 
component of human activity. It is therefore not at all surprising that 
the technologies originated from the scientific study of these 
activities are having a major impact on modern society - it is 
sufficient to think about the role played by Google in everyday life, or 
the crucial importance of interface design in the success of 
technologies such as the iPhone. The Language and Multimodal Interaction 
track provides students with the interdisciplinary training necessary to 
operate in this area, whether in an academic environment or in an 
industrial setting.
The two-year program combines a solid foundation in scientific and 
cognitive methods - modules in mathematics, language science, 
neuroscience, and psychology, including an introduction to advanced 
methods such as eye tracking, EEG, and fMRI – with an extensive training 
in computational methods for the statistical analysis of large amounts 
of language and perceptual data, and in interface design. Theoretical 
knowledge will be supplemented by the experience acquired in substantial 
practical projects carried out in research and industry labs.

Minimum requirements
In order to be considered for admission, a Bachelor’s degree and a 
certified English knowledge (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, CPE) is required.
In the absence of a document certifying the level of English language, 
the candidate is encouraged to submit alternative proof of English 
proficiency (i.e. an official letter from the University stating that 
the candidate completed university courses taught entirely in English). 
The evaluation of this alternative document will be entirely at 
discretion of the admission committee.

Selection criteria
A CV, two letters of reference and a letter of motivation are required. 
The application form, which also allows students to apply for 
scholarships, is available online at 
http://international.unitn.it/mcs/application-form.

Tuition fees and scholarships
The fees vary from a maximum of about 3,000 euros/academic year to a 
total exemption (for yearly incomes up to 30,000 euros and 3 family 
members). The amount of the tuition and the scholarship, based on merit 
and income, will be defined on the basis of the following documentation: 
family certificate, income, property possessions, to be submitted within 
the deadlines for enrolment to the University of Trento.

Language
All courses are taught in English. For students wishing to familiarize 
with the Italian culture, Italian language courses will be offered by 
the Faculty of Cognitive Science.

Number of students
The program is intended for a small number of top level students. In the 
academic year 2009-2010, the program will admit at most 40 students.

Final degree
After successful completion of the curriculum and fulfilment of the 
Master’s requirements, students will be awarded a Master of Science 
degree (laurea magistrale) in Cognitive Science.
Please note that, thanks to an agreement with the University of 
Osnabrück, students will be awarded a double Master’s degree (Italian 
and German), valid in both countries.

Deadline
The deadline to complete the on-line application is 31st July, 2009. 
Please note that this call is for EU citizens only, or non-EU applicants 
who already have a valid visa to study in the EU.
We regret to inform that at this time the deadline for applications from 
non-EU students has already passed.
For more details about the opening of the next call please visit the web 
site www.cogsci.unitn.it<http://www.cogsci.unitn.it/>

The University advantage
The University of Trento has focused on excellence since its inception 
in 1962, and it now enjoys a strong global reputation, with its 7 
Faculties, 14 Research Departments, more than 500 professors and 15,000 
students. The University of Trento has been recently ranked among the 
500 top universities in the Times Higher QS World University Ranking 
2007, which is an excellent result given its medium size.

The Faculty advantage
The Faculty of Cognitive Science is specialized in mind and brain 
studies, psychology and human-computer interaction, and offers a wide 
range of programs at Master and Doctorate level.

The city advantage
With its vibrant cultural life and museums, the region Trentino 
exemplifies Italy’s unique concentration of artistic treasures. In 
addition to its many castles, cathedrals and theatres, Rovereto also 
offers many sporting opportunities, being just minutes away from ski 
slopes, water sports (including Garda Lake) and hiking in the Alps. Or 
one can simply enjoy the Italian weather and culture sitting outside in 
a café, enjoying a cappuccino or a refreshing drink.

Contacts
Master in Cognitive Science
Faculty of Cognitive Science
University of Trento
Corso Bettini, 84 - 38068 Rovereto (TN), Italy
fax + 39 0464 808415
www.cogsci.unitn.it
mcs at unitn.it


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