Program Co-Directors: Cady, Harris, Koeltzow

The purpose of the neuroscience minor is to encourage and recognize in-depth study of neuroscience for students majoring in other subject areas. Coursework incorporates the interdisciplinary nature of the field and will provide students with a foundation in cellular and molecular neurobiology and in behavioral neuroscience. Completion of the minor requires at least 28 credit hours, 12 of which cannot also be used for completion of a student’s major. Students seeking to minor in neuroscience should complete PSY 201 Brain and Behavior during the first year as this course is a requirement of the application process, which will occur during the fall of each applicant’s sophomore year. For application and additional information see Neuroscience. Admission decisions will occur prior to registration for spring courses.

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Must be successfully completed to apply for the minor.

Students must also complete at least one laboratory course by registering for 4 hours in BIO 484 Neurophysiology  (with consent of instructor) or by enrolling in PSY 365 Behavioral Neuroscience Laboratory (Behavioral Neuroscience Laboratory) concurrently with PSY 364 Behavioral Neuroscience.

Course Sequence 

This is a suggested plan of study to complete this program. Students should work with their academic advisor to develop a plan that best meets their individual educational goals.