Neuroscience

What can you do with a neuroscience degree?

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in neuroscience degree at Augustana University is an interdisciplinary program from areas such as biology, psychology, chemistry and related sciences that fosters understanding of the brain and mind.

  • Students use multiple disciplinary approaches to examine the societal, ethical and cultural implications of neuroscience. 
  • Through experiences in classes, laboratories — including the use of one of only a few Anatomage Virtual Cadavers in the region — and in the field, students develop critical skills required for employment in related industries or admission into graduate programs. 

For students interested in medicine or graduate study, neuroscience provides a strong scientific foundation for pursuing advanced education.

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Neuroscience Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in neuroscience degree combines knowledge and skills from multiple scientific disciplines, graduates can pursue a variety of professional and academic pathways.

Potential pathways for neuroscience graduates include:

  • behavioral health research
  • biostatistician 
  • biotechnology
  • clinical psychologist or clinical research
  • graduate study in neuroscience or related sciences
  • health educator
  • laboratory technician or laboratory research
  • medical or health care professions
  • medical journalist
  • neurosurgeon or neurologist 
  • neuroscience research
  • pharmaceuticals 
  • public health
  • research assistant

Some career paths require graduate or professional education beyond the bachelor's degree.

Hands-On Learning & Internships

Internship opportunities include:

  • Avera Health

  • Sanford Health

  • Vance Thompson Vision

Courses & Organizations

Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the program, students can pursue other majors that contribute to their neuroscience major, such as biochemistry, biologycomputer science & software engineering, philosophy and religion. The neuroscience program is designed to pair well with health care-focused pre-professional programs. 

 

Students often participate in:

  • Augie Women in STEM

  • Biology Club

  • Medical Humanities Club

  • Neuroscience Club

  • Pre-Med Club