
Cognitive Science
Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary program that explores how we understand and improve things like perception, language, reasoning, learning and problem-solving in living things or machines.
Careers in Cognitive Science
Graduates with a bachelor's degree in cognitive science enjoy diverse career opportunities, including roles in cognitive engineering, human-computer interface design, artificial intelligence, neural network applications, software development, and emerging fields in neuroscience, biotech, and pharmaceuticals, with many also pursuing advanced degrees.- Logistics
- Behavioral Therapist
- Technical Engineer
- Teacher
- Data Analyst
- Product Designer/Developer
Potential Salary
Median Salary $78,280
Cognitive Science Degrees at MSU
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Biology
The biology emphasis uses a biological lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, philosophy and computer science.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Computer Science
The computer science emphasis uses a computational lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, philosophy and biology.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Philosophy
The philosophy emphasis uses a philosophical lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, biology, and computer science.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Psychology
The psychology emphasis uses a psychological lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of biology, philosophy and computer science.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Biology
The biology emphasis uses a biological lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, philosophy and computer science.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Computer Science
The computer science emphasis uses a computational lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, philosophy and biology.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Philosophy
The philosophy emphasis uses a philosophical lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of psychology, biology, and computer science.
Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Science–Psychology
The psychology emphasis uses a psychological lens for understanding cognition supported by the fields of biology, philosophy and computer science.
What is Cognitive Science?
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Philosophy
Philosophy uses both logical reasoning and creative imagination to investigate some of the most fundamental questions about the human experience and the nature of reality. Our students become independent and critical thinkers who are equipped to excel in any profession.

Biology
Biology introduces students to a broad spectrum of topics related to the study of living things and helps them develop specializations that lead to a wide range of career opportunities.

Computer Science
The Computer Science major prepares graduates for careers in computer-related fields and further study, covering a wide range of topics from theoretical foundations to advanced developments in operating systems, machine learning, and intelligent systems.
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