Central Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience

Education facts

Code: 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.

Entry requirements

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.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Central Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 24 March 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %