Cognitive Science

Features

Students spend one term in each of two laboratories or other research venues using two different methods for studying cognition (behavioural, linguistic-theoretic, computational, conceptual, neuroscientific). There are opportunities to do research off campus.

Programme Structure

Research

• How to make computers imagine scenes in the same way humans do.
• Cognitive mechanisms and neurological foundations of how humans comprehend and process language.
• Using human perception and cognition in the design, implementation and evaluation of advanced human-machine systems.
• Foundational research in cognitive science, with an emphasis on formal and experimental linguistics.
• Children’s developing cognitive skills, including their ability to deal with representations.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 86
• PTE Academic: 60
• IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

• Transcripts
• Referee Contact Information
• Statement of Intent
• CV/Resume
• Writing Sample
• Language Proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: 15,764 AUD / year (approximately 15,528 CAD / year)
• Domestic: 6,729 AUD / year (approximately 6,628 CAD / year)

Living costs

Ottawa, Canada: 1,186–1,954 AUD / month. Living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarship opportunities are available for PhD students in Cognitive Science, including entrance scholarships and other funding opportunities.