Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience

About

The Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Saint Louis University is an interdisciplinary program that employs the tools and perspectives of biology, psychology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, philosophy and medicine to achieve a better understanding of brain structure, function and behavior. A degree in neuroscience places SLU students in an excellent position to address the basic science of brain function. It offers many possibilities for applications within medicine, science and industry. Saint Louis University's neuroscience major offers courses that further the understanding of psychiatric, neurological and developmental disorders with the goal of developing innovative treatment options through basic and applied research. Neuroscience is an appropriate major for students planning for postgraduate education in neuroscience or related professional fields. Courses in SLU's neuroscience major include lectures, seminars and laboratory experiences. The curriculum includes four core neuroscience courses: Introduction to Neuroscience: Molecular, Cellular and Systemic; Introduction to Neuroscience: Behavioral and Cognitive; a neuroscience lab course; and a neuroscience seminar in the senior year. Additionally, students are required to take related courses from the biology department and from the psychology department and courses in chemistry, physics, mathematics and philosophy. Students must also complete SLU's University Undergraduate Core requirements. Neuroscience students are required to complete a capstone learning experience consisting of several options, including research, practica or advanced coursework, all of which are designed to provide the opportunity to integrate coursework with an active learning experience and to give students exposure to the breadth of the field of neuroscience and the potential for understanding its applications in the real world. SLU's neuroscience program features opportunities for research through existing collaborations with the biology and psychology departments and the Institute for Translational Neuroscience. 

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Neuroscience Research Assistant, Neuroimaging Technician, Neurobiology Laboratory Technician, Cognitive Science Research Assistant, Neurogenetics Research Assistant, Clinical Research Coordinator (Neuroscience Focus), Neuropharmacology Research Assistant, Neurology Clinical Assistant, Behavioral Neuroscience Research Assistant, Rehabilitation Specialist Assistant (Neuro Focus), Computational Neuroscience Assistant, Public Health Specialist (Neuroscience Focus), Neuropsychology Assistant (with further training), Neurodiagnostic Technician, Pharmaceutical Research Assistant (Neuro Drugs), Global Health Program Assistant (Neuro Focus), Community Health Worker (Neuro Focus), Health Outreach Coordinator, NGO Field Officer (Brain Health/Disability Support), Patient Advocacy Specialist (Neurological Disorders), Policy Analyst (Neuroscience/Health Policy), Medical Device Specialist (Neuro Equipment), Biotechnology Analyst (Neurotech), Regulatory Affairs Assistant (Neuro/Pharma).