Theoretical Perspectives in Cognitive Science

Education facts

Code: 5DV113

The course provides students with an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of some of the cognitive science basic theoretical issues or problems, and to begin to develop their own position or opinion on them. The course is organised through seminars. Prior to each seminar, the students study a number of scientific articles, with the support of a book on general theoretical issues and problems in cognitive science. During the seminars, a number of shared issues that are based on this literature are then discussed in groups. The course also includes writing a short essay in which the field of study is selected from a given list of topics, directly related to the literature, in consultation with teachers.

Entry requirements

At least 120 ECTS within a study programme, including 45 ECTS in Computing Science, Informatics, or Cognitive Science. At least 15 ECTS in Cognitive Science. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

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.

• Theoretical Perspectives in Cognitive Science

  Umeå University

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 24 March 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %