Cognitive Science BA

About this programme

Cognitive Science is the cross-disciplinary study of the structure and processes of human cognition and their computational simulation or modeling. This interdisciplinary program is designed to give students an understanding of questions dealing with human cognition, such as concept formation, visual perception, the acquisition and processing of natural language, and human reasoning and problem-solving. The program draws on relevant courses found within the fields of anthropology, biology, computer science, education, linguistics, philosophy, and psychology, as well as specially designed lower and upper division courses in cognitive science. Declaring the Major For prerequisites required before declaring the major, please see the Major Requirements tab. Once prerequisites are completed, students may submit the Cognitive Science declaration submission form . Students interested in the major should consult the Cognitive Science website . If students have questions or would like to speak to someone about the major or other academic issue, they should schedule an appointment with a Cognitive Science academic advisor. The Cognitive Science office is located in 101 Stephens Hall. Honors Program Please see the Cognitive Science program's Honors page for additional details. Visit Program Website