Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalogue 
    
2024-2025 Catalogue

Behavioral Neuroscience


Behavioral Neuroscience is the study of behavior by understanding the functioning of the brain.  As such, the major is designed for students interested in the physiology, ranging from neurons and neural networks to whole brain systems, mediating cognition and behavior. Building on a foundation in basic psychology, biology, and chemistry, coursework in behavioral neuroscience will provide students in-depth understanding of neurons and the nervous system, and their roles in cognition and behavior.

Courses include hands-on laboratory and directed research experiences for students to gain competency and skills within Behavioral Neuroscience, culminating in a senior capstone course.

The major is suitable for students interested in traditional academic, government and industrial settings or professional applied areas such as health care and its subspecialties, and consultation in industry. 

 

Four additional courses in Psychology or Biology, two from List A and two from List B


Note:


Students completing the B.A. in Behavioral Neuroscience may not receive the B.A. in Psychology nor minor in Psychology or Neuroscience.

Course Sequence Outline


Freshman Year


Sophomore Year


Junior Year


Fall


  • Theology
  • Psychology Elective
  • Biology Elective
  • Math Elective

Spring


Senior Year


Fall


  • Core Requirement
  • Psychology/Biology Elective
  • Elective
  • Elective

Spring