As a neuroscience major at USD, you will take innovative classes and gain hands-on experience as you study the brain and the nervous system. Our program not only provides you with a strong foundation in neuroscience, but also prepares you for the exciting challenges of the field; you'll uncover contemporary issues and problems, study sensation and perception, explore neurobiology and even participate in discussions and presentations that mirror the professional space. You'll also get hands-on research experience, benefiting from our department's state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship from expert faculty.
By specializing in either cognitive or molecular and cellular neuroscience, you'll prepare yourself for your unique path. Whether you are interested in a career or graduate studies in behavioral or clinical neuroscience, biomedical science, clinical neuropsychology, medicine, the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries, physical therapy, science writing or another field, USD will help you get there.
Experience a hands-on education and enter a growing and exciting field as a neuroscience major at USD.