College of Sciences
Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience
Learn about the brain, human behavior, and how the two work together. The Behavioral Neuroscience minor is available for students with a natural science or social science background.
Why Add a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience?
By declaring a minor, you can tailor your learning and make your degree more specialized. Behavioral Neuroscience will help you understand human behavior, the brain and how the two work together to drive the body and mind.
Program Highlights
Multiple Pathways to Success
- A minor in Behavioral Neuroscience is just one of the ways you can customize and tailor your learning at DeSales.
International Opportunities
- DeSales has an international experience for every student, major, and athlete — we have something for everyone, no matter what. Our international agreements let you study abroad for a semester at the same cost as your DeSales tuition, and you can use your financial aid!
Professional Development Opportunities
- We're passionate about helping our students and alumni explore major and career options, find experiential education, and achieve success after graduation.
What Will You Study?
Minor studies at DeSales are in addition to a declared major.
The six courses that make up a minor in Behavioral Neuroscience include courses in the topics of psychology, biology, and neuroscience.
Courses you may take include:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Psychobiology
- Animal Behavior
- Functional Neuroanatomy
- Motor Learning
- Psychopharmacology
Program FAQs
No. A minor is completely optional to add toward your Bachelor’s degree.
It is advised to pair this minor with a major in the natural sciences or social sciences, but not required.
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