BSc Cognitive Science at Mount Allison University

Programme overview

Cognitive Science is the scientific study of the mind and its processes. It seeks to understand how the mind works through interdisciplinary studies in psychology, computer science, and philosophy. Cognitive Science investigates how information is represented, processed, and transformed in both humans and machines.

Department: Cognitive Science | Study mode: full-time | Location: Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada

What you will study

In first and second year you'll take introductory courses, plus courses such as: cognitive processes biopsychology systems programming philosophy of science In third and fourth year you'll add courses in linguistics, while pursuing courses such as: sensation and perception behavioural neuroscience philosophy of mind artificial intelligence medical physics You'll also be encouraged to pursue independent summer research projects, directed studies projects, or to contribute to faculty research projects as a research assistant.

Career pathways

Popular career paths include artificial intelligence/robotics specialist, human-computer interface specialist, software developer, speech pathologist, marketing representative, web application developer, product usability tester, business analyst.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: CAD 11,350 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. New Brunswick residents pay $11,180. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residenc Source

International applicants: CAD 22,890 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residence and meal plan. Source

Main intake: Fall term (September). Admission is also open for a January 2027 start for Canadian and international students (2027-28 academic year application).

Admission is offered on a rolling basis, with applications accepted starting in October. Early admission for September opens Oct. 1 using final Grade 11 marks; general admissions opens in February with mid-year Grade 12 transcripts. To be considered for scholarships and bursaries, the application and all supporting documents must be received by March 1. Applications are submitted online through a Mount Allison (MtA) application account.

Bachelor of Music (BMus) application package deadline: Feb. 1. Fine Arts (BFA and BA Fine Arts) application and portfolio deadline: Feb. 15. Registration deposit to accept an offer is due May 1 ($100 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents).

Apply through the official page: https://mta.ca/admissions/how-apply/undergraduate-admissions

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