Behavioral Neuroscience

The behavioral neuroscience minor is an interdisciplinary program designed for students interested in neurology from both biological and psychological perspectives. The curriculum provides foundational knowledge and practical experience in neuroscience that can serve as additional preparation for careers in clinical, counseling, or neuropsychology, as well as for vocations in veterinary, medical, or other health-related areas. After completing a common core of classes, students specialize in either a human neuroscience or an animal neuroscience track, taking upper-level courses in biology and psychology.

Program Requirements

Degree Options

Minor: 18 Total Credit Hours

Careers

Faculty & Contact

Connect with the faculty who teach and mentor Behavioral Neuroscience students.

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Eva Goellner

Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., Carnegie Mellon University; Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
RichardLKopp

Rick Kopp

Professor of Biology
B.S., West Virginia Wesleyan College; M.A., University of Kentucky; Ph.D., Miami University, Ohio
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Tracy Livingston

Professor of Biology/Associate Provost
B.S., B.A., University of Kentucky; Ph.D., University of Tennessee
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Regan Lookadoo

Professor of Psychology
B.A., Campbellsville College; M.A., University of Alabama; Ph.D., University of Alabama
WilliamPStevens

William P. Stevens

Associate Professor of Biology
A.B., Harvard University; M.S., University of Chicago; Ph.D., University of Chicago

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