Why Study Behavioral Neuroscience?

By understanding of the intimate relationship between the brain and behavior means you will better understand human nature. 

Get an edge on the rapidly expanding field of neuroscience and advanced methods used to study it. You could be part of the team to develop treatments for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis.

Neuroscience has been indispensable in developing effective treatments to help those challenged by various mental health disorders and improving the quality of life. Future developments are likely to provide significant benefits for society and have implications for a diverse range of public policy areas such as health, education, law, and security.

Why Study Behavioral Neuroscience at MMC?

Behavioral Neuroscience at MMC gives you the unique opportunity to combine your passion for science with creativity. At MMC, Behavioral Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary and interdepartmental major combining psychology, biology, chemistry, math, and speech-language pathology and audiology. Following MMC’s unique mission to provide students with a multidisciplinary foundation, our Behavioral Neuroscience major gives you the tools to be competitive in the field and to be active participants helping provide solutions to world issues under the purview of neuroscience.  

MMC’s prime location in New York City affords you indispensable opportunities for practical research experiences both onsite at MMC or offsite in renowned academic and medical research institutions. As an MMC student, you’ll also be given preference for broad research internship opportunities with prominent neuroscientists in renowned laboratories. MMC stands out among other NYC colleges with small class sizes. Unlimited faculty-student interactions facilitate a firm grasp on fundamental and advanced concepts inherent to the neuroscience discipline.

Students completing this major in conjunction with specific course requirements for individual programs will be prepared to pursue advanced degrees in neuroscience (Master’s, Ph.D., MD or JD (Neuro-Law), baccalaureate careers, professional programs in neuroscience (clinical psychology, art /dance therapy) and related fields. 

What You Will Learn

• An understanding of the field of neuroscience from both a historic and current perspective. You’ll specifically examine highlights and advances that show the relationship between the nervous system, behavior, and emotions.
• Research methodology commonly used by neuroscientists and psychologists. The empirical approach will be examined with an emphasis on the benefits and limitations of this method as it relates to Behavioral Neuroscience.
• You will become familiar with the rapidly growing body of literature and research in the field of Neuroscience with a particular interest in Biopsychology.