Information Package / Course Catalogue
Cognitive Neuroscience
Course Code: PSİK511
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

This course aims to introduce neuroscience research, especially the field of cognitive neuroscience.

Course Content

This course focuses on the intersection of psychology and neuroscience by examining how the brain and cognitive processes work together to influence human behavior. It builds on knowledge in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, combining interdisciplinary perspectives to understand complex cognitive processes.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Lec. Fatma Ebru KÖSE
Learning Outcomes
1.Knows the basic research methods of cognitive neuroscience.
2.Knows basic brain anatomy
3.Knows the development of the brain and its changes throughout life.
4.Masters the neuroscientific mechanisms of various cognitive functions.
5.Knows the current developments in the field.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Baars, B., & Gage, N. M. (2013). Fundamentals of cognitive neuroscience: a beginner's guide. Academic Press.
2.Gazzaniga, M. S., Ivry, R. B., & Mangun, G. R., (2014) Cognitive neuroscience: The biology of the mind. (4th ed.)
3.Ward, J. (2015).The student's guide to cognitive neuroscience (3rd ed.). Psychology Press.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to cognitive neuroscience, its history and basic concepts.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Neurons, nervous system and brain structures
Week 3 - Theoretical
Research methods used in cognitive neuroscience I
Week 4 - Theoretical
Research methods used in cognitive neuroscience II
Week 5 - Theoretical
Prenatal brain development and plasticity
Week 6 - Theoretical
Lateralization and hemispheric differences
Week 7 - Theoretical
Cognitive neuroscience of attention
Week 8 - Theoretical
Cognitive neuroscience of memory
Week 9 - Theoretical
Prefrontal cortex and executive functions
Week 10 - Theoretical
Cognitive neuroscience of consciousness and sleep
Week 11 - Theoretical
Neuroscience of language functions
Week 12 - Theoretical
Neuroscience of emotions
Week 13 - Theoretical
Advanced topics and current debates in cognitive neuroscience I
Week 14 - Theoretical
Advanced topics and current debates in cognitive neuroscience II
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory142256
Assignment118119
Midterm Examination124125
Final Examination124125
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
OÇ-1
5
5
5
5
5
5
OÇ-2
5
4
4
4
4
4
OÇ-3
1
1
1
1
2
2
OÇ-4
5
4
2
4
2
1
OÇ-5
5
4
2
5
2
1
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026