About Us
Johns Hopkins is home to faculty and researchers who study the nervous system at many levels. Their presence allows for innovative courses which offer a broad overview of the neuroscience field, as well as more advanced training and research opportunities in one of three areas of concentration: cellular and molecular neuroscience, systems neuroscience, or cognitive neuroscience.
The interdepartmental nature of the neuroscience major exposes faculty from the School of Arts & Sciences and Engineering, the School of Medicine, and The Krieger Mind/Brain Institute. The major consists of two degree programs: a four year B.A. based primarily on course work, and a five-year B.A./M.S. involving additional course work and a yearlong intensive laboratory experience.
Become Part of an Explosively Growing Field
Research in the field of neuroscience is growing at an incredible rate, and Hopkins is taking a leading position in the field. As a neuroscience major, you will not only get an excellent education, but also be involved in research that could revolutionize our understanding of the brain and mind. This is an incredible opportunity that students definitely would want to be part of.
Work with Leaders in Their Fields
Top faculty and outstanding undergraduates work side by side in state-of-the-art research labs. That is because we look at research differently - it is an essential tool of learning. It means asking questions and working together to discover the answers. You can expect hands-on experiences from day one with big university expertise and opportunities plus smaller school attention.
Tap into a Wealth of Resources
You can take courses in a wide range of fields including biology, biomedical engineering, biophysics, cognitive science, psychology, and the school of medicine. The strength of these departments provides students with tremendous opportunities for research and study. Hopkins is also home of the Krieger Mind/Brain Institute, another outstanding resource for research.