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To get admission to M.Sc. in Cognitive Science at IIT Gandhinagar, follow these steps:

1. Check the eligibility criteria: Students with a bachelor's degree in any discipline and a minimum of 55% aggregate marks for General/OBC category candidates and at least 50% aggregate marks for SC, ST, and PD category candidates are eligible to apply.


2. Apply online: The application opens on December 4, 2024, and the deadline is January 15, 2025 (extended to January 22, 2025).


3. Written examination and interview: The written examination and interview will be held on March 1-2, 2025.


4. Check the program's curriculum and structure: The programme consists of four semesters with a total of 80 credits required for graduation, including core courses, electives, and a research project.


5. Review the financial support and travel scholarships: Eligible candidates can apply for the 'On-Campus Employment Opportunities Program' and travel scholarships of up to Rs. 60,000/- to present their research work at national and international conferences.


6. Check the hostel facility: All students admitted to MSc Cognitive Science are eligible for hostel accommodation on a sharing basis.

Yes, private companies hire from M.Sc. in Cognitive Science at IIT Gandhinagar. Some potential career paths and opportunities for graduates of this programme include:

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   Academic Research:

   
   
   
   
   • PhD Programs: Many graduates opt to pursue a PhD in cognitive science, psychology, neuroscience, or related fields.
   
   
   • Research Positions: Opportunities in research institutes focusing on cognitive science, human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, or neuroscience.
   
   
   
   


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   Industry Positions:

   
   
   
   
   • User Experience (UX) Researcher: Conducting user research to improve product design and usability.
   
   
   • Data Analyst: Analyzing behavioral data for companies focused on technology, healthcare, or education.
   
   
   • Human Factors Engineer: Applying cognitive principles to design products, systems, or processes that enhance user experience and safety.
   
   
   
   

The overhead expenses during M.Sc. in Biotechnology at Central University of South Bihar include:

• Registration Fee: ₹500 (For Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹200 (For SC/ST/PWD)


• Admission Fee: ₹500


• Enrolment: ₹1000


• Identity Card: ₹100


• Development Fee: ₹1000


• Security Deposit (Refundable): ₹1000


• Tuition Fee: ₹3500


• Laboratory Fee: ₹3000


• Computer Lab: ₹500


• Evaluation Fee: ₹500


• Library / Magazine / News Letter: ₹500


• Cultural Activities: ₹500


• Games / Athletics: ₹500

Total Fee: ₹13,100 (For Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹12,800 (For SC/ST/PWD)

Optional: Vidyarthi Mediclaim Premium - ₹618

Total Fee (with VMC): ₹13,718 (For Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹13,418 (For SC/ST/PWD)

Yes, there are overhead expenses during M.Sc. in Microbiology at Central University of Punjab, including:
- Admission Fee: ₹ 500.00
- Alumni Association Life Membership Fee: ₹ 700.00
- Security Deposit (Refundable): ₹ 3,000.00
- Identity Card Fee: ₹ 150.00
- Degree & Convocation Fee: ₹ 1,100.00
- Annual Fee- Medical Fee: ₹ 1,100.00 - Literary and Cultural Activities Fee: ₹ 400.00 - Students' Council Contribution: ₹ 300.00 - University Development Fee: ₹ 600.00 - Student Insurance: ₹ 500.00
- Semester Fee- Registration Fee: ₹ 500.00 - Tuition Fee: ₹ 4,000.00 - Laboratory Fee: ₹ 3,500.00 - Library and e-Library Fee: ₹ 900.00 - Computer and Internet Fee: ₹ 1,000.00 - Examination Fee: ₹ 1,000.00 - Transcript/ Marks Sheet Fee: ₹ 200.00 - Sports Fee: ₹ 600.00 - National Service Scheme (NSS): ₹ 25.00 - Professional Development Fee: ₹ 1,000.00