Cognitive Science

About this programme

The Doctor of Philosophy in Cognitive Science program at CEU is a research-oriented interdisciplinary program. It combines foundational courses in theory and practical applications of cognitive science with supervised training in experimental methods. The Doctor of Philosophy in Cognitive Science program is a research and practice-oriented training designed for students who want to contribute to research in the area of human cognition. You will explore various subfields of the broad discipline of cognitive science, focusing on social cognition, learning and perception as core themes. Students may take elective courses in cognitive psychology, philosophy of mind, cognitive anthropology, visual perception and computational modeling to gain advanced knowledge in their chosen subject. You will be engaged in research studies in one of the specialized cognitive research labs at CEU, receiving practical training in methods, experimental design, and empirical data analysis. The Doctor of Philosophy in Cognitive Science at CEU is registered with the New York State Education Department in the United States and accredited by AQ Austria in Austria. CEU is accredited in the United States by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Find out more about accreditation at CEU . In addition to completing coursework on specialized topics within the discipline of cognitive science, you are expected to actively participate in internal and external events related to your main field of study. This includes attending the departmental colloquia, research clubs and journal clubs,