该学位为您提供了一个探索人的认知和行为的神经基础的独特机会。一流的学习设施，例如校园实验室，为您提供了在现实环境中学习的机会。这种实用的学习环境将使您毕业，将拥有在临床或研究环境中工作所需的技能和信心。南澳大利亚大学以其世界一流的心理学研究而闻名1，作为您学习的一部分，您将在该领域获得专业知识和技能的毕业。通过将生物学和心理学相结合的独特程度，探索大脑功能及其受社会和发展因素的影响。在您学习的前三年中，核心心理学课程以及认知神经科学，解剖学和生理学课程将构成内容。
This is the only cognitive neuroscience honours degree offered in South Australia it is taught by world-class researchers at a university ranked number one in South Australia for research in Psychology1.<br><br>Studying this degree will see you graduate industry-ready, you will explore the impact that social and developmental factors have on cognition in our state-of-the-art laboratories, as well as explore the brain-based mechanisms behind these processes.<br><br>You will also benefit from our award-winning research, and as part of your studies complete in-depth research and project work that will equip you with specialised skills needed for a career in this area.<br><br>Your career<br>The ability to listen and analyse, plus the possession of critical thinking skills and an interest in human behaviour and biology, are key attributes of students considering a career in psychology and cognitive neuroscience. Careers to consider: <br><br>cognitive neuroscientist: research the relationship between the brain and mind to understand how thoughts, memories, languages and actions are processed<br>behavioural scientist: develop and test behavioural interactions and cognitive processes<br>clinical neurophysiological technician: record electrical activity of the brain and nervous system, daily tasks may involve reviewing patient history, gathering data and preparing patients for testing <br>laboratory technician (clinical or research): collect samples, perform tests and record results <br>research assistant: assist with academic research, research assistants are often employed by universities or research institutes<br>laboratory manager (clinical or research): coordinate and organise ongoing activity in a laboratory environment related to the field of psychology and/or neuroscience<br>clinical neuropsychologist (with further study): use scientific study of human behaviour and how it relates to brain function to assess patients and offer treatment, neuropsychologists often work as researchers or teachers, or are employed by hospitals or healthcare facilities <br>researcher in psychology or neuroscience (with further study): collect and analyse data, conduct tests and experiments, and observe behaviour relating to a specific area of research<br>registered psychologist or research psychologist (with further study): work with patients to identify and diagnose emotional, mental and behavioural issues