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Cognitive Science
About Cognitive Science
About Cognitive Science
Cognitive Science is the multidisciplinary study of cognition in humans and machines. The goal is to understand the principles of intelligence and thought with the hope that this will lead to a better understanding of the mind and of learning, and to the development of intelligent devices that constructively extend human abilities.
Students wishing to enrol in the Minor in Cognitive Science must meet with the Interdisciplinary Programs Adviser in the Faculty of Science. Please refer to www.mcgill.ca/cogsci for advising information.
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2016-2017 (last updated Mar. 1, 2016) (disclaimer)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Minor Cognitive Science (24 credits)
The Minor Cognitive Science is intended to allow students in the Faculty of Arts or the Faculty of Science to explore the interdisciplinary study of cognition. The goal is to understand the principles of intelligence with the hope that this will lead to a better understanding of the mind and learning. ...
For more information, see Minor Cognitive Science (24 credits).
Faculty of Science—2016-2017 (last updated Mar. 1, 2016) (disclaimer)