[CogSci] Study Computational & AI-Centered Cognitive Science in Vienna

[Moritz Grosse-Wentrup]

Do you want to revolutionize how we understand the mind and brain using 
AI, machine learning, and data-driven methods?

The **Middle European interdisciplinary master’s programme in Cognitive 
Science (MEi:CogSci at Univie)** is a two-year, English-taught master 
program at the University of Vienna that combines

- **strong training in quantitative methods** (statistics, programming, 
signal processing, machine learning, AI) and
- **flexible, student-driven specialization in one or more core domains 
of cognitive science** - you choose your focus area(s) from among 
neuroscience, biology, linguistics, anthropology, philosophy, and 
psychology, and can tailor your curriculum accordingly,
- with **early involvement in research** in small, interdisciplinary, 
and international teams.

We are looking for applicants who either

- hold a bachelor degree in one of the core disciplines of cognitive 
science (biology, computer science, linguistics, philosophy, psychology, 
social and cultural anthropology, cognitive science) and wish to develop 
a strong computational and AI-focused profile,

or

- hold a bachelor degree in a field with a strong background in 
quantitative methods (e.g. mathematics, physics, engineering, or other 
natural sciences) and wish to build on this foundation to master AI 
techniques and apply their knowledge to a domain of cognitive science of 
their choice.

**Key facts for the new cohort (winter term 2026/27):**

- **Application period:** Open now; closes on 7 April
- **Details and online application:** 
https://ssc-phil.univie.ac.at/studien/middle-european-interdisciplinary-masters-programme-in-cognitive-science-meicogsci/ 

- **Start of semester:** 1 October 2026

If you are excited about using AI to push the boundaries of cognitive 
science - and want the freedom to shape your own specialization - we 
encourage you to apply for the MEi:CogSci at Univie cohort starting in the 
winter term 2026/27.

Best regards,
Moritz Grosse-Wentrup
Study Director MEi:CogSci at Univie
University of Vienna