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Behavioral Neuroscience Minor

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Overview

The behavioral neuroscience program at Saint Joseph’s is a unique, interdisciplinary program that allows students to explore interesting scientific fields and prepare for a variety of careers.

WHAT IS THE BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE MINOR?

Behavioral neuroscience combines coursework across programs such as biology, chemistry, computer science, philosophy and psychology to help give you an understanding of the interaction of brain processes and complex behaviors in both humans and animals.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE MINOR?

The behavioral neuroscience minor at Saint Joseph’s University is the first step if you are interested in a professional, academic or research career in fields like:

  • Neuroscience
  • Medicine
  • Neuropsychology
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Animal science

HOW WILL SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY PREPARE ME FOR A CAREER IN BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE?

HOW TO PURSUE BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE AT SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY

The coursework will advance your understanding of nervous systems and their impact on behavior. Customize your study with two core courses and four electives.

This minor pairs well with a variety of majors at Saint Joseph’s including:

  • Biology
  • Psychology
  • Health Studies
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If you know that you’re interested in the medical field and are looking for your niche — be it nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy or health administration — the health studies program at Saint Joseph’s University is perfect for you. The curriculum will prepare you for a wide range of health care positions in hospitals, health departments, health agencies, research facilities, schools and various other areas in the healthcare industry.

Psychology

The Department of Psychology offers courses in all of the major subfields of psychology, as well as a clinical concentration of courses in support of those who are interested in pursuing careers in clinical psychology, counseling psychology and related mental health fields.