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SCIENCE

COURSES FOR

EVERYONE

HOW YOUR BRAIN WORKS

AND HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF IT

It’s the most complex object in the known universe – but just what makes the human

brain so special? How does it make thoughts, memories and conscious reality? And how

can you keep yours functioning better for longer? Get to grips with the most fascinating

questions about the human brain, and some practical tips on how to take care of yours.

Featuring over 50 lessons comprising tutorials from world-class scientists and

researchers, multimedia explainer videos, quizzes to test your knowledge and much

more, the course is designed to be both educational and entertaining.

MEET OUR EXPERTS:

Penny Lewis

SLEEP SCIENTIST

AND PROFESSOR

OF PSYCHOLOGY

Anil Seth

PROFESSOR OF

COGNITIVE AND

COMPUTATIONAL

NEUROSCIENCE

Sophie Scott

PROFESSOR

OF COGNITIVE

NEUROSCIENCE

COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Anatomy of the brain


• Perception


• Memory


• Sleep and dreams


• Consciousness and the unconscious mind


• Habits and learning
  And much more...

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