Neuroscience Option
For students who want to study the nervous system from the molecular, cellular, functional, evolutionary, computational, and medical perspectives. Students will specifically learn about the structure and function of the brain and nervous system, and how they control behavior, cognition, and all physiological processes in animals. Hands-on experiences, from designing and conducting lab experiments to using different techniques and instruments to recording and analyzing data, will play an important role in gaining neuroscience knowledge.
Careers:
The Neuroscience option is excellent preparation for a career in
- Neuroscience research
- Medicine, Dentistry
- Pharmacology
- Education
- Outreach
- Physician assistant programs
- Occupational or Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
- Biomedical Research
It is also a good route to prepare for attending graduate school or professional school.
Requirements
Entrance-to-major requirements, C-required courses, and graduation requirements for this option are listed on the "Biology major" page.