Have you ever wondered if learning technology or AI can genuinely think? Or if an AI tutor can feel compassion? Or who adds thinking, intelligence and social behavior into the Robot?
Human cognition is a remarkable process that enables us to perceive, comprehend, and interact with the world around us. This interdisciplinary program provides students with a deep understanding of cognition and behavior from interdisciplinary perspectives ranging from computer sciences, AI, psychology, anthropology, philosophy, learning sciences, and neurosciences, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes exposure to state-of-the-art research methods and tools.
Guided by our chancellor, Shri Mata Amrtianandamayi, we strive to pursue questions of how to design learning environments that not only cater to academic needs such as technical know-how and evidence-based knowledge but also address mental health, civic responsibility, and values such as gratitude and awareness of one’s role in society.
Our aim for this program, under the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, is to study the human mind to understand the cognitive and social processes and behaviors within learning environments to design inclusive, equitable, and quality learning ecologies for everyone.
What are the benefits of joining our program?
Our international academic-lab-industry integration prepares students for careers in the Science and technology, corporateb/usiness and education
Become a researcher, manager or specialist in the fields of (see more below) cognitive engineer, UX/ UI designer, Product designer, learning technology specialist entrepreneur, research/lab manager, Cognitive Data Analyst, Learning Technology designer and developer, working at Learning and Development departments, skill development and community development specialist.
Our students can enter different career paths in industry, global, educational, social, and government organizations and can choose to continue their education by pursuing a PhD in Cognitive Sciences and Technology at our school.
What do we offer our Students?
What are the benefits of joining our program?
Our international academic-lab-industry integration prepares students for careers in the Science and technology, corporateb/usiness and education
Have you ever dreamed of the ideal learning environment you never had for yourself? Make it happen for up-coming generations.
Let us together address today’s and tomorrow’s education challenges, to foster equity, justice and quality education while leaving no one behind. Through these efforts, we endeavor to contribute towards a society where learning is designed to facilitate both cognitive and behavioral flourishing, thus contributing towards an empowered and compassionate society.
Join us into an incredible journey of studying the mysteries of the human mind and in creating innovative learning technology solutions to address educational challenges. Why? Because You care.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has not appointed any agent or third-party representative within India for admissions to any programme. Students residing in India are advised not to make payments or seat reservation advances to any individual or organization claiming to offer admission assistance for Amrita campuses.
For international admissions, the University may work with authorized overseas representatives in select countries. International applicants are advised to verify the credentials of such representatives through official Amrita communication channels before proceeding with applications or payments.
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Eligibility
Selection Selection is based on academic performance and the qualifying interview.
How to Apply
Registration for admission 2026 is fully online. Candidates are required to have their recent photograph, online payment credentials, etc. to be ready to complete the online application process. Application fee of Rs. 500/-
The NRI applicants please email to nriadmission@amrita.edu and not be applied through the website.
Management Quota option in Amrita Online Application Portal (AOAP) ‘Candidates can also submit the option in Step 2 of the application process, in case if they wish to be considered under management quota.’
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26CLT501 | Introduction to Cognitive Sciences and Cognitive Psychology | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| 26CLT502 | Philosophy of Cognitive Science and Mind: An Introduction | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| 26CLT503 | Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience – Part I | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| 26CLT504 | Research Methodology I – Introduction to Research Methods | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| *Soft Core (options) | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| 26CLT598 | Research Project I: Contributing to an ongoing research project for a co-authorship in a journal or conference | 1 0 8 | 5 |
| 25AVP501 | Mastery Over Mind | 1 0 2 | 2 |
| 22ADM501 | Glimpses of Indian Culture | 2 0 1 | P/F |
| 26CLT590 | Bridge Literature | ||
| Total | 22 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26CLT511 | Learning, Instruction, and UX Design | 2 0 2 | 4 |
| 26CLT512 | Cognitive Anthropology: Cross-Cultural Perspectives | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| 26CLT513 | Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience – Part II | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| 26CLT514 | Research Methodology II: Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis | 3 0 0 | 3 |
| *Soft Core (options) | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| 26CLT599 | Research Project II: Qualitative Research; submit a research/dissertation proposal to EC and CSP | 1 0 8 | 5 |
| Amrita Value Programme | 1 0 0 | 1 | |
| 26CUL500 | Integrated Amrita Meditation Technique | 0 0 2 | 1 |
| Total | 23 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26CLT695/26CLT690* | Rural field visit/ live-in Labs* | 0 0 6 | 3 |
| 26CLT696 | Research Project III; Collect and analyze data for their dissertation project; write an internal paper; create a poster for poster presentation | 1 0 8 | 5 |
| *Soft Core (options) | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| *Soft Core (options) | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| Elective I | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| Elective II | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| Total | 20 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26CLT697/26CLT698** | Internship/Block Placement** | 0 0 12 | 6 |
| 26CLT699 | Organizing Conference/Symposium (student-led) | 0 0 6 | 3 |
| Elective III | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| *Open Elective (options) | 2 0 2 | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
| User Experience and Learning | |||
| 26CLT631 | User Needs for Learning Technology | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT632 | Learning Analytics and Educational Data Mining | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT633 | Instructional Design – Theory, Practice, and Emerging Trends | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| Cognitive Neuroscience | |||
| 26CLT641 | Current Research in Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT642 | Computational Neuroscience | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT643 | Electrophysiology and Neuroimaging Lab | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26CLT531 | Natural Language Processing | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT532 | Deep Learning | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT533 | Foundation of Data Science | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT534 | Artificial Intelligence | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT535 | Basics of Computer Programming | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT536 | Introduction to Machine Learning Using Programming Languages | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26CLT537 | Computational Intelligence | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26OEL631 | Artificial Intelligence for Robotics | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL632 | Automation and Robotics | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL633 | Machine Learning for Big Data | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL634 | Foundations of Corporate Social Responsibility | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL635 | Decision Models in Management (DMM) | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL636 | Individual and Group Behaviour Dynamics in Organizations (I & GBDO) | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL637 | Human Resource Management | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL638 | Talent Acquisition & Learning and Development (TA & LD) | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL639 | Multi-Modal Applications for Learning | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL640 | Psychomotor Skill Training to Enhance Learner Performance | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| 26OEL641 | Product Development for Ed-Tech | 2 0 2 | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | LTP | Cr |
| 22AVP506 | Message of Swami Vivekananda | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP508 | Indian Arts and Literature | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP510 | Appreciation of Keralam Mural Arts Forms | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP501 | Message of Śrī Mātā Amritanandamayi Devi | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP502 | Insights from the Ramayana | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP503 | Insights from the Mahabharata | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP504 | Insights from the Upanishads | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP505 | Insights from Bhagavad Gita | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP512 | Ancient Indian Science and Technology | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP507 | Great Spiritual Teachers of India | 1-0-0 | 1 |
| 22AVP509 | Yoga and Meditation 1 | 1-0-0 | 1 |
*All * marked syllabi are offered through another department.
*Students can opt for any of the soft core courses from the list based on their Bachelor’s qualification
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| Program Fee for the Year 2026 Admissions (Semester Wise) | |
| Merit Fees | Caution Deposit (One Time) |
| 45,000 | 5,000 |
| Exam Fee Rs. 2500/- per semester | |
| Hostel and Mess Fees for Amritapuri Campus in Rs. | ||
| Category | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel Rent | Semester | 19,000 /- |
| Mess Fee | Semester | 23,500 /- |
| Caution Deposit | One Time (Refundable) | 7,000 /- |
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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Amritapuri, Clappana P.O.
Keralam, India – 690 525.
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