Overview

Key features

As a Neuroscience major at Merrimack College, you will demonstrate foundational knowledge of neuroanatomy and nervous system function at the cellular, molecular, systems, cognitive and behavioral levels.

You’ll explore a number of neuroscience subfields including cognitive neuroscience, cellular and molecular neuroscience, neuropharmacology, behavioral neuroscience, social neuroscience and computational neuroscience.
You’ll follow neuroscience news and stay on top of the latest trends in neuroscience.
You’ll critique primary literature of neuroscience research within cellular, molecular, systems, cognitive and behavioral subfields.
You’ll apply research methodologies and statistical techniques to design ethically responsible experiments and collect, analyze and interpret experimental data.
You’ll sharpen your written and oral skills to best communicate neuroscience information to both specialized and broad audiences.
You’ll identify professional goals and engage in experiential educational opportunities, such as neuroscience research and neuroscience internships, in preparation for postgraduate careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genetics
Cellular Biochemistry
Human Physiology and Anatomy: Neurobiology and Endocrinology
Psychopharmacology
Behavioral Neuroscience
Social Psychology
Cognitive Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-06 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Andover, United States

Disciplines

Neuroscience View 357 other Bachelors in Neuroscience in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete your Application (including the 650 word essay)
Submit a secondary school transcript with an official English translation
Submit proof of English proficiency
Submit one letter of recommendation from teacher or school counselor
Submit a declaration of finances form and notarized bank letter

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Tuition Fee

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International

49352 USD/year

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National

49352 USD/year

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In-State

49352 USD/year

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