Selection procedure
for graduates of first-, second- and long-cycle studies
Elements of selection procedure | Minimum required |
Max points |
Weight of element |
Max result |
---|---|---|---|---|
1) grade on the higher education diploma | - | 5 | 5 | 25 |
2) project | 3 | 5 | 9 | 45 |
3) cover letter | 3 | 5 | 6 | 30 |
Maximum number of points to be scored during the selection procedure | 100 |
Ad 2. Additional information:
The candidate submits the outline of their master's thesis project, with indication and approval from a potential supervisor, within the given deadline.
Receiving fewer than 3 points for the master's thesis project results in a negative assessment of the project and non-admission to the program – regardless of the points earned for the diploma evaluation and motivational letter.
Failure to submit the master's thesis project results in non-admission to the program – regardless of the points earned based on the diploma evaluation and motivational letter.
The master’s thesis project should include the proposed title of the thesis and the supervisor’s consent, and consist of at least three basic parts:
- An expanded abstract (1–3 A4 pages),
- An outline of the thesis (approximately 1 A4 page),
- A bibliography in APA7 format (1–2 A4 pages).
In the abstract, the following information should be included:
- The aim of the thesis and reference to the current state of knowledge in the field of the issue,
- Hypotheses (if any) along with their justification,
- Proposed methodology (e.g., for empirical studies: research plan, research group, planned tools and methods),
- A schedule of planned activities (in relation to the outline),
- Analysis of potential risks and ways to minimize them.
The outline should be an expanded table of contents of the future master’s thesis (chapter titles along with a brief description of their content), which should clearly stem from the Abstract.
Ad 3. Additional information:
Obtaining fewer than 3 points for the motivational letter results in a negative assessment of the letter and non-admission to the program – regardless of the points earned for the diploma evaluation and master's thesis project.
Failure to submit the motivational letter results in non-admission to the program – regardless of the points earned for the diploma evaluation and master's thesis project.
In the motivational letter, it is important to describe in detail personal expectations, professional and academic goals, and the motivations that led to the choice of this field. The candidate should emphasize how their previous experiences and scientific interests relate to cognitive science and what aspirations they have in terms of contributing to the preparation of their master’s thesis. It is also worth mentioning specific skills or achievements that may distinguish the candidate from others and how they plan to utilize the knowledge gained after completing their studies.