Welcome to Cognitive Science
The Cognitive Science Interdisciplinary Program offers a bachelor of arts degree in cognitive science. The major in Cognitive Science is designed to prepare students to ask and answer questions about the nature of the mind from a variety of approaches. To this end, the major is highly interdisciplinary, drawing on perspectives and methodological techniques from computer science, linguistics, neuroscience, philosophy, psychology, and other disciplines.
Students successfully completing the major will be able to critically examine theories and empirical findings that address aspects of human cognition at the level of brains, behavior, and computation. Students may optionally elect to undertake a rigorous, scientific investigation of these topics through independent study and other research opportunities.
Student Research & Opportunities
We encourage cognitive science majors to develop their scientific exploration skills by becoming involved in faculty-mentored research. The best way to find a research experience that fits you is to explore faculty interests and the research projects that are currently active using the link below. If you are interested in learning more about conducting research, contact a faculty whose projects or areas appeal to you. Many faculty members are actively seeking students, and will be happy to talk about how you might become involved.