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@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-mast... - **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@Univie cohort starting in the winter term 2026/27. Best regards, Moritz Grosse-Wentrup Study Director MEi:CogSci@Univie University of Vienna