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Cognitive Science at UW

Study Cognitive Science at the University of Warsaw — in the heart of a dynamic, forward-looking European capital where tradition meets innovation. Experience world-class research, an international community, and the vibrant energy of Warsaw itself.

Explore our Research Labs

Join our research teams working in psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, and philosophy and explore how we think, speak, reason, and grow. From infant development and social neuroscience to experimental philosophy, natural language processing and linguistic engineering, our Cognitive Science programme offers hands-on research experience.

Find Your Own Path in Cognitive Science

Our modular programme lets you shape your studies around what truly interests you. Each module offers a range of courses — from computational modeling to neuroscience — so you can choose your own path while building a strong, coherent foundation. You decide where to go deeper, and we make sure you gain the essential skills every cognitive scientist needs.

[5/03/2026] Neurocognition in an insect model: what we can learn from small brains — Elisa Frasnelli (University of Trento)

25 02 2026

On March 5th, Professor Frasnelli will give a talk on how invertebrate animal models such as bees help us understand the evolution and function of neurocognitive systems.