The Neuroscience minor at Miami University provides students with an interdisciplinary foundation in the biological bases of behavior, cognition, and brain function. Drawing on coursework from psychology, biology, and related sciences, the program explores neural processes underlying perception, learning, emotion, and health. This flexible minor complements majors in STEM, health, and social sciences, preparing students for careers or graduate study in neuroscience, medicine, healthcare, and scientific research.
Eligibility
A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for all courses in this minor. Courses must be taken for a grade (not credit/no-credit). Students planning to take this minor should consult with an adviser in one of the departments listed below. Students planning to take this minor should consult with an advisor.
Curriculum and Courses
Neuroscience is a rapidly advancing, interdisciplinary field with relevance to all aspects of our everyday lives. As a highly interdisciplinary field, neuroscience requires an in-depth study of the nervous system at multiple levels of analysis, including molecular, genetic, cellular, and systems levels.
- Foundational coursework in Biology and Psychology (e.g., BIO 203, BIO 305, PSY 251)
- Advanced coursework in Biology (e.g., BIO 452 Neuromodulation, BIO 454 Endocrinology, BIO 469 Neurophysiology)
- Advanced coursework in Psychology (e.g., PSY 356 Psychopharmacology, PSY 451 Cognitive Neuroscience, PSY 456 Advanced Biological Bases of Behavior)
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Undergraduate Admission
513-529-2531
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Non-Psychology Majors
Claire (Haifei) Shi, Ph.D.
Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
Pearson Hall 260
Oxford, OH 45056
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513-529-3162
Psychology Majors
Robin Thomas, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology
Psychology Building 215
Oxford, OH 45056
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513-529-1749