MA/MS in Cognitive Science

This program brings cognitive science together with human factors in order to improve how people work with machines across settings from vehicles and robots to classrooms, hospitals, defense and gaming. It trains scholars and practitioners to design better human-machine systems. The master's degree offers a thesis option, among other paths, and is a designated STEM program for international students. A doctoral track runs alongside it, and an accelerated master's option exists for current Michigan Tech students. The page is hosted by Graduate Admissions and links to the full admissions requirements. Prospective graduate students should consult the department and the graduate school for application steps, funding options and current course schedules before applying. The program is offered at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan. The university website lists advisors, course outlines and degree audits so that applicants can plan their studies in advance and compare options.