Why study Cognitive Science?
Master’s Programme in Cognitive Science
An interdisciplinary approach to understanding the mind and cognition, combining psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, philosophy, and computer science
Programme Overview
Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary field that studies the mind and its processes, including how we think, perceive, remember, and learn. Our programme combines insights from psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, anthropology, philosophy, and computer science to provide a comprehensive understanding of human cognition.
The programme is designed to prepare students for careers in research, technology development, education, and other fields where understanding human cognition is essential. It provides both theoretical foundations and practical skills for analyzing cognitive processes and developing cognitive technologies.
Programme Structure
Modular System
The programme is structured into thematic modules where students earn ECTS credits. The flexible system includes:
- Experimental Methods Module
- Programming & Computer Modeling Module
- Neuroscience Module
- Statistics & Machine Learning Module
- Language Module
- Philosophy Module
Research Labs
Students participate in ongoing research projects through our specialized labs:
- Formal Linguistics Lab
- Laboratory of Experimental Philosophy KogniLab
- The MIND Lab
- Cognitive Metascience Lab
- MultiLADA Lab
- Social Neuroscience Lab
- Linguistic Engineering Group
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Graduates will demonstrate advanced knowledge of:
- Theoretical paradigms in cognitive science and their applications
- Human neuroanatomy and brain function related to cognition
- Research methodologies for studying cognitive processes
- Computational modeling approaches and their limitations
- Ethical implications of cognitive technologies
Skills and Abilities
Graduates will be able to:
- Conduct interdisciplinary cognitive research
- Design and execute experiments using advanced methods
- Analyze complex cognitive data
- Develop computational models of cognitive processes
- Communicate research findings effectively
Social Competences
Graduates will be prepared to:
- Critically evaluate scientific information
- Apply cognitive science knowledge to real-world problems
- Work effectively in interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain high ethical standards in research and practice
Career Prospects
Our graduates pursue careers in:
Academic research, neuroscience labs, cognitive science institutes
AI development, UX research, human-computer interaction
Educational technology, instructional design, science communication
Admission Requirements
Admission to the programme is based on a two-stage competitive exam process:
- Stage 1 – Written Exam: Online test (in English) based on Bermúdez’s Cognitive Science textbook and an introductory Python course. Minimum score: 50%.
- Stage 2 – Oral Exam: Online interview analyzing selected scientific articles. Candidates are assessed on comprehension and critical thinking. Minimum score: 60%.
Final admission is based on the combined scores from both exams. Candidates who do not meet the minimum in either stage will not be eligible for admission.
Full details, including the reading list and format, are available on the Admissions page.
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