Overview
Neuroscience is the scientific study of the brain and the nervous system. Neuroscientists investigate the organization, development and function of the nervous system and its relationship to disorders, behavior and cognition. It combines diverse subjects such as biology, psychology, genetics, chemistry, biochemistry, physics and computer science. Neuroscience is an ideal field to develop interests in many scientific disciplines.
Graduates from the Neuroscience at The Ohio State University are prepared for employment in a number of career areas such as hospitals, research laboratories, health services and pharmaceutical sales.
Possible careers
A strong scientific education with a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience will prepare students for entry into many career fields and graduate/professional programs.
Many students graduating from the neuroscience program pursue advanced education in medicine, dentistry, neurology, clinical psychology, law, neurochemistry, neuropsychology, and occupational and physical therapy.
Graduates with bachelor’s degrees in neuroscience enter diverse fields, such as biomedical research, pharmaceutical sales, hospital administration, laboratory technician/management, public service, psychiatric assistance, teaching and technical writing.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
Students majoring in neuroscience take a set of foundational courses that serve as prerequisites for many of the advanced offerings. Upon completion of these core courses, students then declare a specialization in one of three areas:
- Molecular/cellular
- Systems/behavioral
- Cognitive/computational
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Neuroscience Biochemistry Clinical Psychology View 1651 other Masters in Biochemistry in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of university preparatory courses
- High school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA
- Standardized test score (ACT or SAT); Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for ACT or SAT scores
- Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community
- Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement(e.g., co-curricular activities, work experiences or military service)
- Status as a first-generation university student
- High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors
Tuition Fee
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International
36430 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 36430 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
National
33502 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 33502 USD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
In-State
11508 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 11508 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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