Master of Arts in Neuroscience and Behavior

Getting in

As the university states it

is competitive and requires completion of an independent research thesis. In their MA year, students work closely with faculty research mentors while they complete coursework and participate in seminars. Prospective candidates are expected to declare their intention to enter the BA/MA program in the first semester of their junior year to permit the design of an acceptable program of study. MA candidates complete at least six credits in addition to the 32 credits required for the — BA. Three MA credits are earned through Journal Club, Advanced Research, and the Research Seminar. The remaining MA credits are earned through lecture, lab, or seminar courses determined by the student and m…