Cognitive Science
About Cognitive Science
Cognitive Science is the interdisciplinary study of intelligent behaviour in humans, animals, and machines. It encompasses the traditional disciplines of Computer Science, Linguistics, Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology. By taking a computational view of the mind, Cognitive Science seeks to establish a mechanistic understanding of the mental processes underpinning intelligent behaviour, inform our understanding of our mind, and guide the design and development of intelligent systems.
Two Cognitive Science Programs (Interfaculty Program and Honours Program) are offered in partnership with the following departments:
- Computer Science (Science)
- Linguistics (Arts)
- Neuroscience (Science)
- Philosophy (Arts)
- Psychology (Science)
Students in both the Interfaculty Program and Honours programs have the opportunity to undertake a research project under close supervision of a McGill faculty member, on a topic relevant to cognitive science.
Prior to selecting the Honours program, students should review the GPA/cGPA requirements set out on the Honours and First-Class Honours for Faculties of Arts and Science (including B.A. & Sc.) page. The Cognitive Science program requirements for honours are: a minimum overall program GPA of 3.3 at graduation, and attain a grade of B+ (3.3) or better in COGS 444 Honours Research.
All students are encouraged to book an appointment with the Cognitive Science Program Advisor to review their course plan.
Location
B.A. & Sc. Programs in Cognitive Science
Adams Building, Room 23
3450 Rue University
Montréal, QC H3A 2A7
Website: mcgill.ca/cogsci
Advising
Website: mcgill.ca/cogsci/advising