Neuroscience

Neuroscience is one of the most challenging majors around. It’s the study of the brain and spinal cord. It includes both nervous systems and all that’s associated with it. The study is rigorous and heavily based in science. Many students who choose neuroscience as a major continue on to medical school or another advanced degree. Students with a degree in neuroscience can have a career in many types of labs, since neuroscience covers almost all parts of the body.

Typically neuroscience majors must take several advanced-level math courses, including calculus, probability and statistics. Related courses that deal with the human body are also required; these can include geriatric studies, nutrition, functional neuroanatomy, cell biology and physics. Advanced chemistry is also required including organic chemistry and the corresponding lab work.

Neuroscientists work in all types of situations, from counselors and therapists to disease study. There are neuroscientists in infectious disease labs, Parkinson’s research labs, cancer labs and hospitals. This is a very fluid and promising path to take, especially if there’s an interest in becoming a physician or surgeon. A neurosurgeon is one of the highest career paths a neuroscience student can aim for; it is an incredibly challenging but rewarding field of study.

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