Tulane University

Overview

The Cognitive Studies Coordinate Major at Tulane University offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the intricacies of the mind, cognition, and language. This innovative bachelor’s program encompasses three primary tracks, allowing students to explore formal disciplines, philosophical foundations, and psychology. Students have the flexibility to shape their educational journey through a combination of required courses and elective options, subject to the director's approval.

What you'll study

This program requires the completion of 10 courses—6 mandatory and 4 electives—organized across the three component tracks:

• Formal disciplines: Courses in logic, computation, and related formal methods.
• Philosophical foundations: Introductory philosophy courses covering topics in mind and knowledge.
• Psychology: Courses focusing on cognition, perception, learning, and related fields.

Students must take at least one elective from each of the three tracks, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Additionally, with the director's consent, one elective may be substituted with a relevant course from another discipline.

Required coursework examples

• Elementary Symbolic Logic
  • The Nature of Language
  • Syntax
• Programming and Computer Science
• Consciousness

Electives

To fulfill the elective requirements, students will choose from various courses, ensuring coverage across all three component tracks.

Entry requirements

While specific GRE/GMAT and GPA cut-offs are not explicitly stated, admission to the program is generally based on the applicant's academic history and the overall quality of their application. Prospective students should prepare a compelling application that highlights their strengths and interests in cognitive studies.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Cognitive Studies Coordinate Major are well-equipped for a range of careers in fields such as education, research, psychology, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary studies. The program's blend of philosophy, psychology, and formal analysis enables students to approach problems from multiple perspectives, making them valuable assets in various professional environments.