Neuroscience Major
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Neuroscience at the University of New England's coastal Maine campus in Biddeford is an interdisciplinary major offered through the Department of Psychology by faculty from various departments with expertise in the neurosciences. The neuroscience curriculum offers students an opportunity to explore the structure and function of the nervous system.
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The major requires a general science background, a number of courses specifically devoted to the brain, and an in-depth experience that clearly defines the limits of knowledge in at least one aspect of neuroscience.
The major allows considerable flexibility for students to develop the last two years along the lines of individual preferences and interests, with potential focuses in areas of cellular/molecular neurobiology, behavioral neuroscience, or cognitive science.
Neuroscience Minor: Students in other departments or majors may minor in neuroscience.
See the Catalog for Neuroscience Major and Minor Curriculum Requirements
Small Classes and
Undergraduate Research Experiences
Students majoring in neuroscience benefit from the University of New England's small classes and opportunities to work with faculty from three colleges on research projects.
Neuroscience majors also benefit from UNE's unique resources. Some of our most important resources include the Center for Excellence in the Neurosciences, the New England Institute for Cognitive Science and Evolutionary Studies and the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Find out more.
Pre-Med and Pre-Health Professions Options
Students interested in attending medical school, physician assistant programs or graduate programs in occupational or physical therapy can major in neuroscience and earn all the prerequisites for these graduate programs. Find out more by visiting the Office of Pre-Health Professions Advising website.
College Program
UNE offers an Early College course each summer for high school students on a topic in the neurosciences. More ..
Student Spotlight
Megyn Beyer '12
Neuroscience
"My research work has made a huge contribution to my professional development. It has taught me how ..."