Program Introduction
The Berkeley Cognitive Science Designated Emphasis program offers students the opportunity to develop expertise in cognitive science alongside their primary degree program. The program emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to studying the complex relationships between cognition, brain, and behavior. This program falls under the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, spanning areas such as artificial intelligence, neuroscience, linguistics, and psychology. The program is designed to allow graduate students to learn the fundamental concepts and methodologies of cognitive science while integrating them into their own research. Students develop a comprehensive understanding of cognitive science through core seminars and various elective courses, ultimately completing a dissertation that incorporates cognitive science elements.
- Language of InstructionEnglish
- Program Length24 months
- Teaching MethodsOffline
- Required graduate seminar covering core theories and methodologies in cognitive science - Special graduate seminar exploring contemporary cognitive science research topics - Elective course(s): Relevant courses aligned with the student's interests and background - Dissertation requirement: The student's dissertation must include a cognitive science component
UX Researcher
$85,000 ~ $120,000
Data Scientist
$95,000 ~ $135,000
Cognitive Neuroscience Researcher
$75,000 ~ $95,000
AI Research Scientist
$110,000 ~ $160,000
| Intakes | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | 2025-01-06 |
Admission Requirement
- GPA3.0
90
7.0
- Online ApplicationRequired
- Personal statementRequired
- Academic transcriptRequired
- Letters of RecommendationRequired
- Proposed plan of studyRequired
Fees and Funding
$25,006/Year
$22,398/Year
$100