Social and Affective Neuroscience
Huddinge, Sweden
Course
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Social and Affective Neuroscience program explores the intersection of social processes and emotional functioning through neuroscience. Students will engage in advanced study, incorporating scientific methods to understand human behavior and the underlying neural mechanisms.
Career Outcomes : Graduates may pursue roles in research, healthcare, academia, or clinical settings. Potential careers include neuroscientists, clinical psychologists, research assistants, and positions in mental health services. Skills gained can facilitate work in interdisciplinary fields blending psychology, neuroscience, and social science.
This course takes you on a journey into one of the most dynamic realms of psychology - specifically, the exploration of how the brain shapes and enables our social and affective behaviors. We will examine key questions, such as how we learn from each other, when and in what ways social norms influence us, and how our communication and social decision-making unfold.
