Overview
The Master of Science in Psychology (Cognitive Science) at SGT University is a 2-year full-time postgraduate program divided into four semesters, offered by the School of Behavioural Sciences. The program provides a multidisciplinary understanding of the human mind and brain by integrating fields such as psychology, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, linguistics, and philosophy. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical training through programming, experimentation, and data analysis. Students also gain hands-on experience through practicums, electives, and a final-semester internship along with a dissertation, preparing them for research, technology-driven roles, and advanced academic pursuits. To be eligible, candidates must have a relevant undergraduate degree (such as psychology, neuroscience, computer science, or related fields) with a minimum of 60% marks.
This BSc Cognitive Science Programme offered at SGT University is formulated as an integration of psychology, neuroscience, computer science and Artificial Intelligence. The program aims to enrich the students’ perception of human thinking, the brain, and the mind. It educates students to properly understand how we reason, learn, see, memorise, and solve problems.
Master of Science in Cognitive Science
Program highlights:
- Rigorous curriculum covering core topics like Cognitive Neuroscience, Philosophy of Mind, Social Cognition, and Neuro-cognitive Disorders.
- Strong practical orientation with multiple practicums, including programming, experimentation, and image & signal processing.
- Options to specialize through department-specific electives such as Emotion and Cognition, Cognition and AI, Neuropharmacology, and more.
- Final semester dedicated to industry internship and dissertation, enabling real-world experience and research exposure.
- Focus on human values, professional ethics, and critical thinking to foster holistic academic and professional growth.
