There are two major objectives of the course:

First, in terms of theoretical knowledge, students will receive a comprehensive overview over central areas and key aspects of human memory within the broader field of cognitive science. They will be exposed to memory systems, the various temporal scales of memory (Short-term memory, working memory, long-term memory), the neuro-cognitive bases of memory, amnesia, development of memory, implicit vs explicit memory, memory & language, memory & sleep, and memory augmentation.

Second, in terms of methodological skill, students will be guided to conduct an empirical research project, namely a small-scale study on any aspect related to human memory. This project work includes formulating a research question, operationalizing it, collecting and analyzing data, and writing it up as a project report.