Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary field of study that employs the tools and perspectives of biology, psychology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, philosophy and medicine to achieve a better understanding of brain structure, function and behavior.
A degree in neuroscience places students in an excellent position to address the basic science of brain function. It offers many possibilities for applications within medicine, science and industry. Saint Louis University's neuroscience major offers courses that further the understanding of psychiatric, neurological and developmental disorders with the goal of developing of innovative treatment options through basic and applied research.
Neuroscience is an appropriate major for students planning to continue their postgraduate education in neuroscience or related professional fields.
Additional program highlights include:
- SLU provides a genuinely interdisciplinary degree in neuroscience.
- Neuroscience is a growing field, with new initiatives to develop innovative technologies to foster a better understanding of brain function.
- SLU's neuroscience program offers a rigorous and interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizing pre-professional training.

