PSYC 139LIllusions
Illusions arise when our perception differs from reality. In this course, students investigate the mechanisms of visual, auditory, and proprioceptive illusions as an approach to understand the capacities and limitations of our perceptual system. Satisfies the senior seminar requirement. Satisfies the senior comprehensive requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100, and satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment is restricted to senior psychology and cognitive science majors.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm | Steven Acad 152 | B. B. Holbrook | Wait List 29/29 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | Cowell Com 134 | B. B. Holbrook | Closed 30/0 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | N. Sci Annex 102 | N. Davidenko | Closed 28/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Holbrook | 4.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 90% | 83 |
| Nicolas Davidenko | 3.7 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 80% | 15 |
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