Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience (BSc) Program at a Glance

New at Jacobs University: A combined major offered by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the School of Engineering and Science!

The Program offers:

• the science of neuroscience in biology and psychology
• a unique combination of fundamental and applied science
• examines the interaction of environmental factors with
  behavior in humans and animals

• explores exciting new research fields
• challenging and intriguing
• a smart choice!

Come to Jacobs University and see!
Jacobs University offers a 180 ECTS credit three-year Bachelor of Science program in Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience, which conforms to the guidelines established for an accredited degree. Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience majors at Jacobs University study the structural, functional, and physiological aspects of humans and biological systems. In the first two years, students take a broad range of natural science courses and other electives. Third year students pursue guided research on experimental and theoretical problems in Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience.
Our transdisciplinary approach to teaching and research requires that students select additional elective courses in the humanities and social sciences as well as the sciences and engineering.

First year
• General Biology / Neuroscience I & II
• Biology / Neuroscience Lab Module I & II
• ESC Mathematics IC
• Statistical Methods I
• Academic and Professional Skills
• Sensation and Perception
• Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
• Experimental Psychology Lab I
• University Studies Course(s)
Second year
• Statistical Methods II
• Animal Senses and Behavior
• Systems Neuroscience
• Advanced Biology / Neuroscience Lab I&II
• Learning and Memory
• Emotion and Motivation
• Experimental Psychology Lab II
• University Studies Course(s)
• Internship
Third year
• Methods & Research Strategies
• Behavioral Neurobiology
• Neuroendocrinology / Biorhythms
• Social Neuroscience
• Decision Making
• Culture and Cognition
• Guided Research
• University Studies Course(s)

Handbooks:
2011 | 2010

Prof. Dr. Adele Diederich
Professor of Psychology

Prof. Dr. Alexander Lerchl
Dean for Life Sciences, Professor of Biology

Prof. Dr. Victor Benno Meyer-Rochow
Professor of Biology

Prof. Dr. Bettina Olk
Professor of Psychology

Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience students at Jacobs University acquire the expertise and practical skills needed for successful international careers in the life sciences and related areas. With a BSc in Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience from Jacobs University, students are well prepared to enter
graduate programs in the life sciences worldwide as well as medical school in the United States and other countries.
Whether you aspire to a career in medicine or research, whether you want to become a professor or to work in industry, Jacobs University’s transdisciplinary approach to Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience will provide the solid foundation you need to succeed in your further education and career.