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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Cognitive Science, B.S.


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The 120 credit hour Cognitive Science ​degree is a multidisciplinary field that brings together researchers and scholars with the goal of understanding the nature of the human mind. Avila Cognitive Science majors learn how to ask questions, critically examine evidence, and make decisions through the lenses of diverse disciplines. They are well-prepared for a wide variety of careers and graduate programs.

As part of the foundational requirements of the major, students must complete a capstone sequence of either readings and internship or senior thesis. Students who complete a senior thesis will be eligible to receive an Honors degree in Cognitive Science. In addition, all students must complete electives across at least three disciplines.
 

Note: ALL required major courses including concentration(s) and related requirements - must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Core Curriculum: 38 - 51 credit hours


Please review the Core Curriculum  page for course options.

Required Core Courses


Students in the Cognitive Science degree must take these courses as part of their liberal arts core regardless of whether the core is otherwise met:

Liberal Arts, Mathematics

Liberal Arts, Philosophy

Choose one of the following:

Liberal Arts, Social Science

Core Designations


Students in the Cognitive Science degree will meet 3-hours of Interdisciplinary Studies requirements by the following course:

Interdisciplinary Studies

Electives (minimum of 41 credit hours)


Technology Requirement


Computer competency will be demonstrated by successful completion of CG 262 PY 262  within the major.

Outcomes


Outcome 1: Students should understand the historical, multi-disciplinary foundations of cognitive science. ​

Outcome 2: Students should demonstrate an understanding of the questions that unite multiple disciplines in cognitive science. ​

Outcome 3: Students should demonstrate competence in writing and oral communication skills.

Outcome 4: Students should demonstrate a breadth of knowledge related to major concepts and theories in cognitive science. ​

Outcome 5: Students should demonstrate an understanding of multiple methodological approaches to the study of the mind and cognition. ​

Outcome 6: Students should demonstrate an understanding of multiple disciplinary or theoretical approaches to the study of the mind and cognition. ​

Outcome 7: Students should demonstrate a depth of knowledge in at least one concentration area in the cognitive science major. ​

Assessment


The outcomes for the Cognitive Science major are assessed through a combination of: (1) written and performance examinations and assignments as specified in the course syllabi; (2) self, instructor, and Cognitive Science faculty evaluations; and (3) completed projects assigned throughout the program.

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