Cognition, Agency, & Intelligence
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The Cognition, Agency and Intelligence Center (CAIC) is a center for the study of research on natural and engineered cognitive systems via theory development and innovation, conducting empirical research, integrating insights and results across core disciplines, and disseminating research results concerning mind, artificial intelligence, memory, perception, reasoning, social cognition and agency.
new Cognitive science major
Cognitive Science at Purdue
The brand new Bachelor of Arts degree in Cognitive Science is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary program designed to explore the intricate workings of the human mind and intelligence. Through a combination of philosophy, psychology, computer science, biology, linguistics, behavioral economics, and more, this program offers students a unique opportunity to delve into the mechanisms underlying perception, learning, memory, decision-making, language, and problem-solving.
Artificial Intelligence major
AI at Purdue
Human and machine interactions are evolving fast — just ask Siri or Alexa. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in artificial intelligence (AI), explore how technology, big data and AI are shaping the world — and what it means to build technology responsibly. If you’re drawn to big questions and proficient in calculus, this major lets you dive into issues like privacy, bias and the ethics behind algorithms while gaining programming and data skills employers want. Blend computer science with eight specialized philosophy courses to build a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of the human side of AI.
