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There is a lot of great Cognitive Science-related research being conducted at McGill. Our degree allows us to get involved in a multitude of projects, studying topics including computational cognition, psychosis, language acquisition and more! Primarily, this is done by taking COGS 401 and/or COGS 444 — research courses for course credit — or by volunteering in a lab. Depending on the lab environment, the professor, and the interests of the student, the research experience can take many forms.
Cognitive Science Research Page →
How to Find a Research Advisor
1. Find a Research Topic
- Get started by looking through this list or through the faculty lists of any of the five streams.
- Note that research is not limited to professors in the five streams. As long as the project you are completing is Cognitive Science-related, it can count. For example, students have done research with professors in the Department of Psychiatry, the Faculty of Medicine, and the School of Communication Sciences & Disorders.
2. Contact Professor(s)
- Send them an email.
- Make sure to include why you are interested in their research (it helps if you’ve read one of their papers and have specific talking points or questions).
- If you’re having difficulties starting your email, there are plenty of templates online.
- When applying for an Honours position, it is recommended to attach a copy of your CV and transcript.
3. General Advice
- Most students send emails to multiple professors. If you choose to do this, make sure to send each professor a unique email.
- If a professor does not respond, you may have to send a follow-up email.
- Don’t be discouraged if a professor turns you down — there will be plenty of other opportunities.
SACS Research Guide 2025-2026 →
SACS’ guide to interdisciplinary research, created by the 2024-2025 SACS Academic Committee.
McGill Cognitive Science Researchers →
A non-exhaustive list of established Cognitive Science researchers at McGill University.
SACS LOUNGE
Room 923 Leacock Building
CONTACT
communications.sacs@gmail.com
SOCIAL
© 2026 McGill Student Association of Cognitive Science
There is a lot of great Cognitive Science-related research being conducted at McGill. Our degree allows us to get involved in a multitude of projects, studying topics including computational cognition, psychosis, language acquisition and more! Primarily, this is done by taking COGS 401 and/or COGS 444 — research courses for course credit — or by volunteering in a lab. Depending on the lab environment, the professor, and the interests of the student, the research experience can take many forms.
Cognitive Science Research Page →
Research
How to Find a Research Advisor
1. Find a Research Topic
- Get started by looking through this list or through the faculty lists of any of the five streams.
- Note that research is not limited to professors in the five streams. As long as the project you are completing is Cognitive Science-related, it can count. For example, students have done research with professors in the Department of Psychiatry, the Faculty of Medicine, and the School of Communication Sciences & Disorders.
2. Contact Professor(s)
- Send them an email.
- Make sure to include why you are interested in their research (it helps if you’ve read one of their papers and have specific talking points or questions).
- If you’re having difficulties starting your email, there are plenty of templates online.
- When applying for an Honours position, it is recommended to attach a copy of your CV and transcript.
3. General Advice
- Most students send emails to multiple professors. If you choose to do this, make sure to send each professor a unique email.
- If a professor does not respond, you may have to send a follow-up email.
- Don’t be discouraged if a professor turns you down — there will be plenty of other opportunities.
SACS Research Guide 2025-2026 →
SACS’ guide to interdisciplinary research, created by the 2024-2025 SACS Academic Committee.
McGill Cognitive Science Researchers →
A non-exhaustive list of established Cognitive Science researchers at McGill University.
© 2026 McGill Student Association of Cognitive Science
SACS LOUNGE
Room 923 Leacock Building
CONTACT
communications.sacs@gmail.com
SOCIAL
TikTok
There is a lot of great Cognitive Science-related research being conducted at McGill. Our degree allows us to get involved in a multitude of projects, studying topics including computational cognition, psychosis, language acquisition and more! Primarily, this is done by taking COGS 401 and/or COGS 444 — research courses for course credit — or by volunteering in a lab. Depending on the lab environment, the professor, and the interests of the student, the research experience can take many forms.
Research
How to Find a Research Advisor
1. Find a Research Topic
- Get started by looking through this list or through the faculty lists of any of the five streams.
- Note that research is not limited to professors in the five streams. As long as the project you are completing is Cognitive Science-related, it can count. For example, students have done research with professors in the Department of Psychiatry, the Faculty of Medicine, and the School of Communication Sciences & Disorders.
2. Contact Professor(s)
- Send them an email.
- Make sure to include why you are interested in their research (it helps if you’ve read one of their papers and have specific talking points or questions).
- If you’re having difficulties starting your email, there are plenty of templates online.
- When applying for an Honours position, it is recommended to attach a copy of your CV and transcript.
3. General Advice
- Most students send emails to multiple professors. If you choose to do this, make sure to send each professor a unique email.
- If a professor does not respond, you may have to send a follow-up email.
- Don’t be discouraged if a professor turns you down — there will be plenty of other opportunities.
SACS Research Guide 2025-2026 →
SACS’ guide to interdisciplinary research, created by the 2024-2025 SACS Academic Committee.
McGill Cognitive Science Researchers →
A non-exhaustive list of established Cognitive Science researchers at McGill University.
© 2026 McGill Student Association of Cognitive Science
SACS LOUNGE
Room 923 Leacock Building
CONTACT
communications.sacs@gmail.com
SOCIAL
TikTok