Psychology: Brain & Cognition in Society (track)

Apply your knowledge about human behaviour and how the brain works to solve societal issues (such as climate change and inequality) or problems in businesses, politics, work, and life in general. The teachers have experience in both business and academia, providing you with hands-on experience in using behavioural science to influence what people think, say and do.

Language of instruction

English

Mode

Full-time

Location

Roeterseiland campus

🎓 Unique application of neuroscience to solve real societal issues

Nov04

Master's Week 4-8 Nov

Feb10

Master's Week 10 -14 Feb

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Here's why you want to study Brain & Cognition in Society at the UvA

Latest insights from the field

Top researchers

Methodological, statistical and practical skills

You will be equipped with in-depth knowledge

Real-world challenges

You will apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to answer questions raised in cases from business, governmental and/or societal organisations

Bridge the gap between science and society

You will learn to report in a understandable way to non-experts

Is Brain & Cognition in Society right for you?

Yes, if you want to:

use your knowledge of what happens in our minds and in our brains for practical purposes
learn how to influence the way humans think, decide and act
apply knowledge about the brain and cognition to societal and business questions
create instead of taking a lot of exams
engage with science, but don't want to pursue an academic career