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The undergraduate concentration in neuroscience offers a program of study in the fields of knowledge important to an understanding of brain function. Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary program bringing together neurobiology (anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, development) with elements of psychology and cognitive science, as well as mathematical and physical principles involved in modeling neural systems. The degree awarded is the Sc.B. The concentration is administered by the Neuroscience Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (NUCC).
For up-to-date information regarding our concentration, please download our Concentration Handbook.
You can also use the left navigation menu, or follow these links for more information about courses, concentration requirements, independent study, honors as well as our useful FAQ.
Prospective and current students can also see the Neuro DUG (Departmental Undergraduate Group) website for helpful information about the program.
For further information about the concentration you may contact [email protected].
Important Forms
Student/Advisor Concentration Agreement
Important Dates for the 2021 - 2022 Academic Year:
Last date to submit independent study application for Fall: September 17, 2021
Last date to submit independent study application for Spring: January 24, 2022
Honors Deadlines
Students graduating in May 2022:
Application due: September 27, 2021
Final thesis due: April 22, 2022
Poster Session: May 3, 2022
Students graduating in December 2021:
Final thesis due: December 4, 2021 (subject to change)
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