Central Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: 3FS001

**Contents** The course gives a brief introduction to the structure and function of the brain, its processing of sensory information, and perceptual processes. The main emphasis of the course is on central concepts, theories, and empirical findings concerning attention, working memory, executive functions, long-term memory, and emotions. The course also addresses the relationship between neuroscience and artificial intelligence. Writing a short essay, for which the topic is chosen in consultation with the teacher, is also a part of the course.

Behörighet

Admitted to the Master's programme in Cognitive Science, or 90 ECTS within a main field of study, of which at least 15 ECTS should have a connection to cognitive science, cognitive psychology, psychology, psychiatry, neurobiology, neurology, neuroscience, or equivalent. English 6/ level 2 is also required.

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• Central Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Startdatum: 18 januari 2027

  Slutdatum: 24 mars 2027

  Studietakt: 50 %