Neuroscience

Butler’s Neuroscience degree provides a robust background in the anatomy, development, and functions of the brain. With an bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, one can become a health or science educator, researcher, lab technician, or other role in the sciences. A neuroscience degree also opens doors to advanced education for those pursuing careers in healthcare, academia, biotechnology, neuropsychology, pharmaceuticals, or other professions in clinical settings.

Due to the complexities and mysteries of the human brain, becoming a neuroscientist can take anywhere from six to 12 years of study depending on your academic and career goals. An undergraduate four-year degree provides a solid foundation for those seeking to earn their master’s, Ph.D., or M.D. If you’d like to work directly with patients as a neuroscientist, you’ll need clinical experience, which will require post-secondary education and years of training via residency placements.

To begin your career in neuroscience, you’ll start with selecting an undergraduate degree that will provide a robust background in biology, psychology, ethics, anatomy, and other scientific coursework. Butler’s Neuroscience degree offers this interdisciplinary education in addition to the option to select interest-based concentrations.

Neuroscientists with the highest salaries typically work in physician, psychologist, optometrist, or neurologist roles. These positions require advanced degrees such as a Ph.D. or M.D.

The field of neuroscience is academically competitive due to rigorous coursework and selective postgraduate programs. At Butler, Neuroscience majors stand out by gaining real-world experience, collaborating alongside faculty mentors, and studying psychology, biology, philosophy, computer science, and data science to become a well-rounded graduate.

Many neuroscientists go to medical school to get their M.D. and work with patients. Becoming a physician is one of many career paths neuroscientists can explore, as neuroscientists can also become biotechnicians, physician associates, or neurosurgeons.