Students must choose between one of two curriculum options: Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience, or Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience. Both curricula will provide Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ with a broad and interdisciplinary knowledge of modern neuroscience, however will allow some specialization based upon student interests and career goals. The Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience option will include significantly more depth in psychological aspects of neuroscience with slightly less depth in cell structure/function and chemistry. This option is ideal for Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ with a strong interest in the biological basis of how people learn and behave, systems-level analysis, and are targeted toward behavioral sciences. The Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience option will provide more depth in how the nervous system functions on the cellular and chemical levels and is ideal for Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ targeted toward biomolecular research and intervention. Since both options require significant cumulative coursework in psychology, biology and chemistry, it is essential that Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ entering the major plan their course schedules strategically as early as possible. All Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ seriously interested in this degree should contact one of the neurosceince advisors to discuss their plans.
