Cognitive Behavioral Concentration

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Learn from dedicated faculty through a multidisciplinary approach that emphasizes mentorship, hands-on laboratory experiences, and research opportunities. You’ll gain experience applying what you learn while developing the skills needed to succeed in your next step.

Quick Facts

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B.S. in Neuroscience

Cognitive Behavioral concentration designed for completion within a standard four-year, 120-credit plan

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Specialized Focus

Study the neural processes involved in sensory perception, learning, memory, sleep, and higher-level cognitive functions

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Hands-on Experience

Gain hands-on learning experience using modern techniques with dedicated faculty

Why Choose This Concentration?

The Cognitive Behavioral concentration examines the biological mechanisms underlying thought, emotion, and behavior. Through the study of how the brain and nervous system support processes such as learning, memory, attention, decision-making, and pain perception, you’ll develop an understanding of the neural systems that shape human cognition and behavior. This interdisciplinary approach builds critical-thinking, analytical, and research skills while preparing you for a variety of career paths and further study in neuroscience, psychology, healthcare, research, and related fields.

Key Coursework

Explore the courses that form the academic foundation of the Cognitive Behavioral concentration.

Biology

  • BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors
  • BIOL 2401 – Human A&P I
  • BIOL 2402 – Human A&P II 
  • BIOL 4320 – Behavioral Ecology

Math

  • MATH 1314 – College Algebra
  • OR MATH 1342 – Elementary Statistical Methods 
  • OR MATH 2412 – Precalculus

Psychology

  • PSYC 2301 – General Psychology 
  • PSCY 3301 – Psychology of Learning
  • PSYC 3305 – Human Cognitive Processes

Neuroscience

  • NRSC 2345 – Intro to Neuroscience
  • NRSC 3300 – Neuroscience Lab Methods
  • NRSC 3310 – Origins of Neuroscience
  • NRSC 3320 – Professional Development in Neuroscience
  • NRSC 3332 – Neuropharmacology
  • NRSC 3340 – Statistics in Neuroscience
  • NRSC 3350 – Functional Neuroanatomy
  • NRSC 3360 – Neurophysiology
  • NRSC 4303 – Animal Behavior
  • NRSC 4312 – Behavioral Neuroscience
  • NRSC 4350 – Research Methods in Neuroscience
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CAREER PATHWAYS

Research Coordinator
Cognitive Data Analyst
Behavioral and Cognitive Research
Speech and Language Therapy

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