Blacksburg,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Neuroscience - Computational and Systems Neuroscience in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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Virginia Beach United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,362
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Computational and Systems Neuroscience is a multidisciplinary field within Neuroscience that combines theoretical and practical methods to study brain function. Those who pursue this major will learn the analytical methods Neuroscientists employ to interpret complex datasets, aiming to address neurological conditions and comprehend cognitive functions like decision-making, addiction, and motivation. Additionally, students can delve into cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and human-machine interfaces. Those specializing in computational neuroscience typically gain expertise in Mathematics and programming. A required capstone course involves collaborative seminar discussions.
Career Paths - University researcher/educator, Information security specialist, Data scientist, Robotics engineer, Tech companies like Spotify, Microsoft, and Intel
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
First-year applicants who have attended high school or have been home-educated outside of the U.S. at any point will need to submit their transcript(s) for review.
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 80 or higher with no subsection score less than 16
IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no sub score below 6.5
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE): 59 or higher
Duolingo: 115 or higher
Cambridge Assessment: English score of 176 or higher
SAT: 550 or higher on Evidence-based Reading and Writing
ACT: 24 or higher on English section
IGCSE/GCSE/GCE: A, B, or C, or 6-9 in English First Language or English Language
International Baccalaureate: 5 or higher on English Language and Literature (English A)
Tuition
USD
34,362