Course content

This is a theoretical specialization course in cognitive neuroscience focusing on theories on the overall functioning of the human nervous system. An overarching perspective is the relationship between functional segregation and integration. An introduction is given to important methods in cognitive neuroscience, including lesion methods and brain imaging methods. Examples of different theoretical approaches are given, which are compared and critically assessed based on an understanding of the various methods' possibilities and limitations.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: After completing the course, the student has advanced knowledge about key theories about the human nervous system. In addition, the student has acquired an advanced understanding of key methods in cognitive neuroscience, such as the lesion method and various brain imaging methods, including functional MRI.

Skills: The student has developed an advanced theoretical understanding of the human nervous system and can analyze and discuss the relationship between theory and empirical data in light of known methodological limitations.

General competence: The student has acquired an advanced understanding of scientific reasoning. In particular, the student has developed the ability to critically analyze neuroscientific theories.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures

Compulsory assignments

• Assignment

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

A bachelor's degree in psychology