A sound understanding of current concepts in neuroscience is the purpose of this MS degree program. The thesis research project teaches the fundamentals of scientific inquiry and trains students in state-of-the-art research techniques. Submission of the thesis to a peer-reviewed journal is encouraged but not required.

See preceding admission and entry requirements. In addition, applicants to the neuroscience graduate programs should have a strong background in neuroscience. The following courses (or their equivalent) must be completed during undergraduate preparation or as part of the M.S. Program. Neuro 460 (Behavioral Neuroscience: 3 hr), Neuro 480 (Advanced Neuroscience: 3 hr), Neuro 481 (Advanced Neuroscience Laboratory, 1 hr), PDBio 362 (Advanced Physiology: 3 hr), PDBio 363 (Advanced Physiology Laboratory: 1 hr), Chem 481 (Biochemistry: 3 hr).