Explore the Mind

UC Berkeley Cognitive Science Program

Department Highlights

Innovative course brings startup mentality to cognitive science

April 25, 2024
Launching a startup can be an all-encompassing endeavor, but one UC Berkeley instructor is attempting to streamline and democratize the process. Michael Jacobs is a software inventor, entrepreneur, and 2004 sociology graduate who teaches Startup Battle School. The innovative cognitive science course blends a classic M.B.A. curriculum with Jacobs’ business connections. Students use Jacobs’ latest product, Workflows AI, to automate complex tasks for their startups, from conducting financial research to creating slideshow presentations.

Jacobs first discussed his course concept with the...

Cogsci Peer Advisor Application 24-25 NOW OPEN!

February 28, 2024

Looking to support your fellow Cogsci Golden Bears? Join our Peer Advising Team for the 2024-2025 Academic Year! Our Cognitive Science Peer Advising application is now open to apply. Click HERE to access the Peer Advising Application!

Peer advisors assist the Cognitive Science advising team by providing students with information about the major, major requirements, academic planning (e.g., helping students choose classes, create...