Cognitive Science
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    Cognitive Science

    Northwestern University
    Northwestern University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Evanston
    University Rank:#51
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    Duration48 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 56,232 / Year
    Apply DateJanuary 2, 2022
    Next IntakeSeptember 21, 2022

    Cognitive Science

    About

    Overview The Cognitive Science program of Northwestern University offers courses survey basic phenomena and approaches; basic methodology courses impart the required methods of cognitive science; core courses provide foundations of disciplines within cognitive science; and elective courses allow students to pursue more advanced study in particular disciplines. Program highlightsA proseminar focuses on ongoing research in the field by Northwestern faculty, and qualified seniors will be invited to take a senior honors seminar to engage in independent research under the guidance of department faculty and to write a senior thesis.Cognitive science is the scientific study of the mind with the goal of understanding the nature of thought. Students learn the ways in which converging sources of evidence may be integrated to discover the mechanisms underlying the complex adaptive properties of human cognition. The minor can augment a major course of study by adding a broader perspective than one particular discipline can offer. The minor in cognitive science broadens the academic background of students majoring in related fields. The goal is to provide students with the methods and foundations for understanding cognitive issues in an interdisciplinary framework. I want to find another Bachelor Course
    The Cognitive Science program of Northwestern University offers a major as a part of the Weinberg School of Arts and Sciences. Cognitive Science is also an excellent minor for any student who wants study mental processing within a broad interdisciplinary perspective.

    Disciplines

    PsychologyBiologyLanguage Studies

    Requirements

    Other Requirements

    1Common Application or Coalition Application*Official secondary school transcript and school reportCounselor recommendationAt least one teacher recommendationSAT or ACT scores†Official TOEFL or IELTS scores‡ (ONLY required for international applicants whose first language is not English or whose schooling has not been in English)Nonrefundable application fee of $75 or application fee waiverEarly Decision Agreement (ONLY Early Decision applicants)Midyear transcriptMusic audition (ONLY School of Music applicants)Required for homeschooled applicants ONLY: 3 SAT subject tests

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    Cognitive Science

    Northwestern University

    Northwestern University

    United States of America

    United States of America, Evanston

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