The behavioral neuroscience minor allows students to complement their major by completing five courses focused on core principles of neuroscience. The minor provides a foundation in three key areas─anatomy, neurophysiology, and neural systems─while offering electives that allow students to explore specialized areas of the field.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Restrictions
This minor is not available for students who major in biology, cell and molecular biology, psychology, or any combined major that involves those subjects listed above.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 3405 | Neurobiology | 4 |
| PSYC 3200 | Clinical Neuroanatomy | 4 |
| PSYC 3458 | Biological Psychology | 4 |
Behavioral Neuroscience Advanced Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete two of the following: | 8 | |
| Current Topics in Behavioral Neuroscience | ||
| Neural Systems and Behavior | ||
| Developmental Neurobiology | ||
| Neurobiology of Cognitive Decline | ||
| Neurobiology of Learning and Memory | ||
| Cell and Molecular Neuroscience | ||
| Multidisciplinary Approaches in Motor Control | ||
| Neuropsychology of Fear | ||
| Behavioral Endocrinology | ||
| Brain, Behavior, and Immunity | ||
| Psychopharmacology | ||
| Neuropsychology | ||
| Clinical Neuroscience | ||
| Behavioral Genetics | ||
Credit/GPA Requirement
20 total semester hours required
2.000 GPA required in the minor