Dr. Ingar Brinck

Professor

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Biography

Ingar Brinck is a Professor of Theoretical Philosophy at Lund University, where he leads research intersecting psychology, philosophy, and cognitive science. His work focuses on foundational issues surrounding nonverbal cognition and communication from developmental and evolutionary perspectives. Brinck studies dynamic processes that involve interactions among human infants, adults, social robots, and nonhuman primates, framed within ecological and cultural contexts. His interdisciplinary research integrates diverse fields to develop new explanatory hypotheses and conducts empirical studies. His publication record spans social cognition, multimodal communication, and perceptual meta-cognition. Current research interests include craft thinking, human-robot interaction, and relational ethics, with a strong emphasis on the role of arts and crafts in cognitive development. Brinck's work contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the significance of his research in addressing global challenges while maintaining a focus on detailed, empirical scientific inquiry.

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Experience

Professor

2000-08-01 — Present

Lund University • Lund

Leading research in theoretical philosophy and cognitive science.

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Prize

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.