Neuroscience

Why Study Neuroscience?

Major | Science | CAS

An interdisciplinary in-demand field, neuroscience combines the science of psychology, biology and chemistry to understand how the brain and nervous system guide behavior and cognition. At UW-River Falls, our neuroscience program provides students with high impact opportunities including hands-on research, study abroad programs, peer mentoring and conference travel so graduates are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in the field.

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20+

Countries Represented in the Student Body

Living and Learning Communities

700+

Students in Honors Programs

My favorite course has been Neuroscience 111. I loved the professor and how engaging and fun he made the class. I also loved the hands-on experience from the class. We got to dissect a sheep brain within the first few weeks of the course and do so many other labs that pertained to the central nervous system. It was through the experiences from this class that I initially took as a fun elective that I found a love for neuroscience.

Christene Merrill

cas@uwrf.edu // 715-425-3777

Your Degree:

Undergraduate

Area of Study:

Science

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Skills and Learning Outcomes

Understand the underlying sciences of neuroscience, including psychology, biology, chemistry and other emerging areas.
Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Form a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of neuroscience across the field – from theoretical to experimental – and across analysis levels – from cellular and molecular brain biology to behavior.
Gain experience with modern research and scientific methods and develop proficiency with interpreting data.
Practice collaboration, oral presentation, scientific writing and laboratory safety skills

Types of Courses

Behavioral Statistics
Bioethics
Data Visualization
Epigenetics
General Chemistry
Genetics and Evolution
Introduction to Neuroscience
Learning and Motivation
Memory and Thinking

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Potential Careers

Neuroscience graduates fill in-demand jobs in both the public and private sector. Many graduates choose to attend graduate or medical school, while others opt to enter the workforce. Future roles for you could include: