Combined major offered by the Department of Psychology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Department of Biology, College of Sciences and Technology.
106-109 credits
Introduction/What is the Study of Behavioral Neuroscience?
Behavioral neuroscience explores the role of the nervous system in normal and abnormal behavior, thought and emotion. For example, Behavioral Neuroscientists study the biological basis of normal learning and memory as well as psychiatric illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia and drug abuse.
Why Consider a Behavioral Neuroscience Major?
This interdisciplinary program provides students with the specialized preparation and technological sophistication critical for success in a variety of graduate-training programs, including neuroscience, psychology, pharmacology, mental health, and neurobiology; and in health care, including medicine and dentistry. For those students who do not anticipate pursuing post-graduate education, the degree program provides an excellent platform for entry-level positions in such areas as biomedical research and the pharmaceutical industry.
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Program Director
Janet Finlay
Academic Instructional Center 572
360-650-6717
Janet.Finlay@wwu.edu
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Behavioral Neuroscience Program Coordinator
Coco Besson
Academic Instructional Center 599
360-650-2148
Coco.Besson@wwu.edu
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Biology Program Coordinator
Maren Brinson
Biology 315
360-650-6165
Maren.Brinson@wwu.edu
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Faculty Advisors
Biology: Roger Anderson. Psychology: Janet Finlay, Jeff Carroll, Jeffrey Grimm, Kelly Jantzen, McNeel Jantzen, Mike Mana, Jacqueline Rose.
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Neuroscientist | Biomedical Researcher | Psychiatrist | Medical Doctor | Dentist | Pharmacist | Veterinarian | Physician Assistant | Pharmaceutical Sales
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How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):
Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major courses.
