What is Neuroscience (Neuropsychology) ? Neuroscience, the study of the brain and nervous system, is one of the most exciting and rapidly growing areas of science. Exploring knowledge of the brain and behavior offers a window into understanding human nature and our society. It is explicitly interdisciplinary, spanning a wide range of research topics and methods aimed at understanding basic nervous system function and causes of brain and nervous system diseases. Success Factors The successful neuroscience major has both a strong background in science and a strong interest in pursuing scientific research as a career. Those planning a future in academic education, medicine or law benefit from the development of foundational research skills, including statistical analysis of experimental results, experimental design and methodology, and basic laboratory techniques.

Career Possibilities Graduates with a BS in neuroscience from UC's McMicken College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) are prepared for a wide range of career options and unlimited opportunities for graduate study. They include: Medicine Academic research Pharmaceutical or biotech research Clinical psychology Psychology research Academic science education Developing therapeutics or prosthetics for the brain and nervous system Scientific writing Law, economics or business with a neuroscience perspective