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The Nutrition Program includes online courses as part of the curriculum through Newman University partnership with Rize Education. This partnership offers students cutting-edge curriculum, greater scheduling flexibility, access to nationwide experts in the field, and access to even more resume-ready skills.
The Nutrition program is set to begin classes August 2025, pending final approval by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Mission
Advancing Neuroscience for a Healthier Tomorrow
At Newman University, our Neuroscience program is dedicated to exploring the mysteries of the brain and nervous system. We equip students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical principles they need to advance the field of neuroscience and improve human health.
An Interdisciplinary Degree with Deep Impact
Neuroscience graduates enjoy diverse career opportunities in research, healthcare, education, and industry. Newman University fosters a culture of scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing students to make significant contributions to the understanding of brain function and behavior.
From Classroom to Clinic
Move from theory into practice with our Neuroscience program. If you’re curious about brain function and its impact on behavior, Newman University's Neuroscience program will give you practical insights into brain research, clinical applications, and cognitive processes – preparing you for a rewarding career in science and health.
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Program FAQs
Who should enroll in this program?
Students interested in neuroscience research, medical school (particularly psychiatry), or graduate studies in counseling, therapy, addiction, or social work.

Who might struggle with this program?
Students who find General Biology or Chemistry challenging, or those planning graduate study specifically in psychology, should consider alternative majors.

What if I don’t want a career specifically in Neuroscience?
This program provides versatile skills applicable to many careers beyond neuroscience, including health education, research coordination, and technical communication.

What additional coursework is recommended for advanced students?
Premedical students and those seeking graduate study should consider additional coursework in Physics, Calculus, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Developmental Biology, Genetics, and advanced neuroscience topics.
Course Highlights
Neuroscience Foundations
This course introduces students to the field of neuroscience, explores the cellular and molecular basis of neural systems, and discusses the neural basis of cognition. Students are expected to leverage their understanding of biology and chemistry to build a working knowledge of neuroscience fundamentals.
Biological Basis of Perception and Movement
Perception and Movement are fundamentally driven by biological processes. This course provides students with an understanding of the various systems and organs that play a role in the human ability to perceive the world and move through it.
Cognitive Neuroscience
Cognitive Neuroscience is the study of the biological processes that underlie behavior, learning, thought and experience. This course builds on students’ understanding of neuroscience and psychology to explore information processing, behavior, language, and more. Special attention is paid to the neurological factors that drive behavior and give rise to a range of disorders.
Clinical Neuropathology
This course captures foundational concepts in modern psychiatric care and neuroscience and makes them clear and accessible. It provides students with a broad knowledge base covering many of the latest developments in the field of neuroscience, including our most modern understanding of developmental disorders, various pathologies of neurological systems, the role of microbiology in neurological care, and more.
Upon completion, students will be well prepared to pursue graduate study or work in the sciences, armed with a strong understanding of the current state of both Neuroscience and Mental Health and the connections between both.

Program Talking Points:

	Online-First - Students enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and engage with students at other leading institutions
	Hands-On - Lab work and hands-on activities from the NNCI provides students with key neuroscience concepts
	Psychiatry-Focused - The Clinical Neuropathology course provides students with a robust understanding of modern psychiatry - something not offered by most neuroscience programs

A degree in neuroscience gives students the opportunity to explore the mind and body and prepare for a number of careers in the medical industry.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience prepares students to work in a variety of roles in many sectors, from research and development to clinical practice and education. Students will learn the fundamentals of brain function, behavior, and neural mechanisms.

	Online-First - Students enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and engage with students at other leading institutions
	Hands-On - Lab work and hands-on activities from the NNCI provides students with key neuroscience concepts
	Psychiatry-Focused - The Clinical Neuropathology course provides students with a robust understanding of modern psychiatry - something not offered by most neuroscience programs

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The Nutrition Program includes online courses as part of the curriculum through Newman University partnership with Rize Education. This partnership offers students cutting-edge curriculum, greater scheduling flexibility, access to nationwide experts in the field, and access to even more resume-ready skills.

The Nutrition program is set to begin classes August 2025, pending final approval by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Mission

Advancing Neuroscience for a Healthier Tomorrow

At Newman University, our Neuroscience program is dedicated to exploring the mysteries of the brain and nervous system. We equip students with the knowledge, skills, and ethical principles they need to advance the field of neuroscience and improve human health.

An Interdisciplinary Degree with Deep Impact

Neuroscience graduates enjoy diverse career opportunities in research, healthcare, education, and industry. Newman University fosters a culture of scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing students to make significant contributions to the understanding of brain function and behavior.

From Classroom to Clinic

Move from theory into practice with our Neuroscience program. If you’re curious about brain function and its impact on behavior, Newman University's Neuroscience program will give you practical insights into brain research, clinical applications, and cognitive processes – preparing you for a rewarding career in science and health.

Program FAQs

Who should enroll in this program?

Students interested in neuroscience research, medical school (particularly psychiatry), or graduate studies in counseling, therapy, addiction, or social work.

Who might struggle with this program?

Students who find General Biology or Chemistry challenging, or those planning graduate study specifically in psychology, should consider alternative majors.

What if I don’t want a career specifically in Neuroscience?

This program provides versatile skills applicable to many careers beyond neuroscience, including health education, research coordination, and technical communication.

What additional coursework is recommended for advanced students?

Premedical students and those seeking graduate study should consider additional coursework in Physics, Calculus, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Developmental Biology, Genetics, and advanced neuroscience topics.

Course Highlights

Neuroscience Foundations

This course introduces students to the field of neuroscience, explores the cellular and molecular basis of neural systems, and discusses the neural basis of cognition. Students are expected to leverage their understanding of biology and chemistry to build a working knowledge of neuroscience fundamentals.

Biological Basis of Perception and Movement

Perception and Movement are fundamentally driven by biological processes. This course provides students with an understanding of the various systems and organs that play a role in the human ability to perceive the world and move through it.

Cognitive Neuroscience

Cognitive Neuroscience is the study of the biological processes that underlie behavior, learning, thought and experience. This course builds on students’ understanding of neuroscience and psychology to explore information processing, behavior, language, and more. Special attention is paid to the neurological factors that drive behavior and give rise to a range of disorders.

Clinical Neuropathology

This course captures foundational concepts in modern psychiatric care and neuroscience and makes them clear and accessible. It provides students with a broad knowledge base covering many of the latest developments in the field of neuroscience, including our most modern understanding of developmental disorders, various pathologies of neurological systems, the role of microbiology in neurological care, and more.

Upon completion, students will be well prepared to pursue graduate study or work in the sciences, armed with a strong understanding of the current state of both Neuroscience and Mental Health and the connections between both.

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