Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system and its impact on behavior and cognitive functions. This interdisciplinary field integrates several disciplines, including:
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Kinesiology
- Medicine
- Physics
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Veterinary Sciences
Nationwide, there is increasing interest in neuroscience programs and training. In part, this interest is driven by changes in the employment market that focus on technical and medical support jobs.
There are three different Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Neuroscience tracks at Texas A&M University. Each program focuses on a different collection of disciplines and is administered by a different department. Each program is interdisciplinary, and made possible by a combination of units, including:
- Department of Biology
- Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
- Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics (NEXT)
- School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
- Texas A&M Institute for Neuroscience (TAMIN)
Choose Your Track
There are three different Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Neuroscience tracks at Texas A&M University.
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B.S. in Neuroscience — Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience
The B.S. in Neuroscience — Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience program focuses on psychological and biological processes in neuroscience. You can also learn about translational issues relevant to medical science and/or pharmacology, neural engineering, and biochemistry.
This Neuroscience degree track is administered by the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. This track integrates several disciplines, including psychology, psychiatry, biology, chemistry, and physics.
After completing this program, you will be well prepared for graduate study or to enter entry-level healthcare and technical occupations.
B.S. in Neuroscience — Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience Curriculum
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B.S. in Neuroscience — Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
The B.S. in Neuroscience — Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience program focuses on the biological basis of neurological processes at the molecular and cellular level. You'll gain a solid foundation in life sciences and neuroscience that will prepare you for more advanced courses.
This Neuroscience degree track is administered by the Department of Biology. This track integrates biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, psychology, and medicine.
After completing this program, you will be well prepared for jobs in medical and biotechnology fields. You'll also be competitive for admission to medical or graduate school.
B.S. in Neuroscience — Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience Curriculum
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B.S. in Neuroscience — Translational and Preclinical Neuroscience
The B.S. in Neuroscience — Translational and Preclinical Neuroscience focuses on biomedical, translational, and preclinical neuroscience. You'll gain a solid foundation in life sciences and neuroscience that will prepare you for more advanced courses.
This degree program is administered by the School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences in collaboration with the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics in the School of Medicine. This track integrates psychology, psychiatry, biology, chemistry, physics, kinesiology, veterinary sciences, and medicine.
After completing this program, you will be well prepared for graduate study or to enter entry-level healthcare and technical occupations.
B.S. in Neuroscience — Translational and Preclinical Neuroscience Curriculum