Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Cognitive Science
Focuses on the study of the mind and the nature of intelligence from the interdisciplinary perspectives of computer science, philosophy, mathematics, psychology, neuroscience, and other disciplines. Covers mathematics and logic, cognitive process modeling, dynamic systems, learning theories, brain and cognition, neural networking, programming, and applications to topics such as language acquisition, computer systems, and perception and behavior.
Inside the major
Programs within this field
Colleges may offer this field under 3 more specific program names. The program you choose affects the courses you take.
- Cognitive Science, General
- Focuses on the study of the mind and the nature of intelligence from the interdisciplinary perspectives of computer science, philosophy, mathematics, psychology, neuroscience, and other disciplines. Covers mathematics and logic, cognitive process modeling, dynamic systems, learning theories, brain and cognition, neural networking, programming, and applications to topics such as language acquisition, computer systems, and perception and behavior.
- Contemplative Studies/Inquiry
- Focuses on the philosophical, psychological, and scientific bases of human contemplative experience. Covers cognitive science, meditation, mindfulness, neuroscience, philosophy, psychology, and religion.
- Cognitive Science, Other
- Cognitive science not listed above.
Where it can lead
Careers this field can lead to
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- $46,800
- Hiring change through 2035
- 3.5%
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- 50,000
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- $77,640
- Hiring change through 2035
- 2.0%
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- $167,220
- Hiring change through 2035
- 8.2%
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- 9,200
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- $52,100
- Hiring change through 2035
- 3.3%
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- 13,000
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- $45,280
- Hiring change through 2035
- 1.5%
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- 12,100
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- $56,730
- Hiring change through 2035
- 5.5%
- Job openings a year
- 11,600
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Explore this careerAll work is projected to grow 3.5% between 2025 and 2035; read every hiring-change figure against it. The figures beside each career are the pay of that work, across everyone doing it. Graduates of this field earn $38,243 one year after completing the program, which is the start of a career rather than the shape of one.
Working style
How and where the work happens
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This field leads to a mix of in-person and computer-based work. About 46 of every 100 openings require working close to other people or spending time on your feet.
College options
Where to study it
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