Neuroscience Degree Plans

B.S. in Neuroscience

This degree option requires 15 hours of upper-division NEU courses after completion of the introductory neuroscience sequence. Students must also complete 6 additional hours of neuroscience laboratory coursework.

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B.S. in Neuroscience, Neuroscience Scholars

The Neuroscience Scholars degree is available to students who apply to the program and are accepted after the successful completion of NEU 335 (Neural Systems II). Applicants must meet a competitive GPA threshold and secure a position in a neuroscience research lab to be considered, as the degree requires completing departmental honors and an honors thesis (NEU 379H) based on Neuroscience related research.

The degree requires 15 hours of upper-division NEU courses, 4 additional labs, at least 3 hours of research, and the completion of a strand of courses from another department. Departments include Psychology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Math, Physics, and Biology.

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B.S.A. in Neuroscience

This degree provides a well-rounded education in neuroscience with room to explore other interests in the humanities. The BSA requires the completion of the Language, Arts, and Culture area as well as a Minor, Certificate, or a Field of Study.

After completing the introductory neuroscience sequence, students are free to choose 12 upper-division neuroscience electives to complete their major requirements.

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