About the Program
Neuroscience provides a comprehensive and rigorous exploration of the nervous system, examining the functions of molecules, cells and networks as they contribute to the development of complete behavioral and cognitive functions. This field encompasses multiple levels of biological organization ranging from molecular mechanisms of cellular physiology to complex behavior and cognitive processing. At W&M, you will master fundamental concepts through coursework in several departments and then fine-tune your interests through advanced courses such as applied cellular neuroscience, molecular neuroscience and psychopharmacology.
Path of Study
What Makes Us Different
Neuroscience is interdisciplinary with affiliated faculty drawn from six departments:
Applied Science
Biology
Chemistry
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Psychology
Applied Learning
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Courses
Study Cognitive Psychology (PSYC 311), Neurobiology (BIOL 345), Nutrition and the Brain (KINE 352) and Cognition and Thinking (PSYC 411).*
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Research
Take advantage of opportunities for original, collaborative student-faculty research and apply for numerous summer research funding programs.
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Professional Opportunities
Join national and regional organizations, write for research journals, attend conferences and apply for research grants and scholarships.
Outcomes
W&M neuroscience alumni earn acceptance to many of the best neuroscience graduate programs in the country including Harvard, Tufts, Johns Hopkins, Emory, UCSD and Stanford. Alumni go on to have careers in neurosurgery, public health and academia.
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Neuroscience Program
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- Get an inside look: Contact a current neuroscience major
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Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.
