Behavioral Neuroscience, BS
Arts, Sciences, & Education
Campus:Biscayne Bay Campus, Modesto Maidique Campus, Fully Online
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience is geared toward educating students on the complexities of the human brain and how it enables behavior and cognition. The program reflects current trends in the field of Behavioral Neuroscience through its emphasis on the scientific study of psychological processes and through the inclusion of recent trends and practice. Students have a variety of opportunities to become directly involved in ongoing research and participate in our active student organizations. Many students pursue the B.S. in Behavioral Neuroscience in preparation for graduate or professional training in psychology, medicine, or research. The program consists of 120 credit hours, including completion of the university core curriculum, well-rounded foundational core in behavioral neuroscience, courses in key sub-disciplines within neuroscience (cellular & molecular, behavioral & systems), research methods/lab courses, and electives.
Admission Requirements
1. Students entering FIU as Freshmen or as a Transfer student with less than 60 transfer credits. Admissions criteria are the same as the general FIU criteria for students entering with fewer than 60 approved credits.
2. Transfer students entering FIU with 60 or more transfer credits. Admissions criteria are the same as the general FIU criteria for students entering with 60 or more approved credits.
Career Opportunities
Related Occupations:
- Neuroscientist/Neurobiologist/Research Scientist
- Physician (specialties: Neurologist, Psychiatrist, Neurosurgeon
- Dentist
- Veterinary Physician
- Neuropsychologist
- Educator
- Statistician
- Science Writer
- Laboratory Technician
Most of these occupations require graduate school.
Wages & Employment Trends for Medical Scientists:
| Florida Median income | $78,710 |
| Florida rate of growth | +19% |
| National Median wages | $88,790 |
| National Projected growth | +6% |
Wages & Employment Trends for Neurologists:
| Florida Median income | $208,000+ |
| Florida rate of growth | +16% |
| National Median wages | $206,500 |
| National Projected growth | +4% |