Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Cognitive Neuroscience

With a BS in psychology, you'll develop research skills and gain experience that builds on your studies in biology or another natural science. Students in our BS program study cognitive neuroscience, developmental and social psychology, as well as clinical psychology. We offer hands-on experience in a variety of laboratories including those that use biological methods to asses emotional and cognitive functioning in the human brain and body. Our optional concentration in cognitive neuroscience offers an in-depth understanding of the relationship between the mind and brain. You'll understand the scientific method as it applies to psychological science in order to prepare you for further study in medical school or neuroscience programs. Graduates from this program pursue careers as researchers, practitioners in a variety of health-related professions, and counselors and therapists. Concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience The cognitive neuroscience concentration program is a joint effort between the departments of Biological Sciences and Psychology. It aims to allow students to develop a strong understanding of the relationship between mind and brain. To earn the concentration, you must major in either psychology or biology, and have an additional major or a minor in the other department.

Upon admission, your secondary school must submit final official transcripts directly to our office before you matriculate at DU. Academic achievement: We like to see you’ve challenged yourself and achieved success in subjects like English, math, social studies, science and foreign languages. The best applicants can show they’ve surpassed the bare minimum and taken advantage of their academic opportunities. That’s what you’ll be expected to do here at DU, and we want to see that you have the drive and ability to succeed at the highest levels.We don’t have specific subject requirements, but we recommend using the following guidelines:4 years of English3-4 years of mathematics3-4 years of science with at least 2 in a lab setting3-4 years of social studies3-4 years of foreign language education.