Computational Cognitive Science
Master
Do you want to study what allows humans to process language? Do you want to build AI systems that are safe to use and put the user first? Do you want to model how the brain processes information, and help disabled people move and talk? Then the Master's degree programme in Computational Cognitive Science (CCS) is for you!
This programme goes beyond abstract theories by creating explicit systems to test and compare different theories, and build new systems that are good for people.
You will run simulations of the human mind down to the neural level, analyse neuroimaging data such as EEG and fMRI, and even visualise what people are thinking about by using machine learning. All this helps us learn more about how our minds actually work and enables us to create new products, safer workplaces, and better education.
The Master’s programme in Computational Cognitive Science is made up of three core topics, reflected in three specializations: Human-Centred AI, Human Language Modelling and Cognitive Modelling and the Brain. Students can also choose courses from the university’s AI Master’s programme to further augment their skills with engineering knowledge and become capable researchers and AI system developers. Students are also encouraged to bring ideas and skills from other fields to the programme.
Human-Centred AI
This specialization focuses on the unique challenges faced
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Title
Master of Science
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 24,900
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 20,500
Admission
Application requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Psychology or a relevant degree including the following subjects: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Psychology or Cognitive Science, Statistics and Research methods, practical skills in Programming. Information about admission possibilities and requirements for students with a Dutch degree is published on: https://www.rug.nl/fse/msc-admission
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
| Tuition fees | |
|---|---|
| € 2,601 | |
| € 24,900 | |
| € 20,500 |
| Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
| 1 Sep '26 | 1 May '26 | 1 May '26 |
| 1 Sep '27 | 1 May '27 | 1 May '27 |
Scholarships
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StuNed Scholarship Programme
StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011
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