Brain & Cognition
Degree Title:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Brain & Cognition Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Brain & Cognition Concentration
Psychology is the study of the mind, behavior, and human experience. The Brain and Cognition concentration builds on this foundation by focusing on how people think, learn, remember, perceive, make decisions, and respond to the world around them. Students explore the scientific study of mental processes and behavior while developing skills in research design, data analysis, critical thinking, and communication. This concentration also includes mentored undergraduate research experience, giving students opportunities to contribute to original research with a faculty member and, in some cases, present or publish their work. The Brain and Cognition concentration provides a strong foundation for students interested in graduate study or careers in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, research, healthcare, education, and related fields.
Overview
- Program Type: Bachelors Degree
- Program Length: 120 Credits
- Format: On-Campus
- Program Entry: Typically August or January
- Entry Deadline for August: July 15
- Entry Deadline for January: November 15
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Cost
Costs for undergraduate programs are posted in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu and the AU Student Financial Services page at andrews.edu/services/sfs.
To receive a degree from Andrews University, students must complete 120 credits, which includes the requirements for their chosen Major and Andrews Core Experience (ACE). Some students may also need general electives to reach the 120 credits or may elect to add a minor or additional major.
Students completing a Psychology degree in combination with pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-optometry, pre-pharmacy, or pre-physician assistant are encouraged to select the Brain & Cognition concentration as it integrates well with the prerequisites needed by students seeking entrance into medical graduate programs.
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Students completing a Psychology degree in combination with pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-optometry, pre-pharmacy, or pre-physician assistant are encouraged to select the Brain & Cognition concentration as it integrates well with the prerequisites needed by students seeking entrance into medical graduate programs.
Official requirements for baccalaureate degrees are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
BS Psychology: Brain & Cognition Requirements
CORE REQUIREMENTS - 12 credits
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 27 Credits
Choose one of the following:
Capstone - 2-3 Credits
Choose one of the following:
COGNATES - 23-26 Credits
Choose one of the following:
Choose one of the following sociocultural cognates:
NOTES
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Students in the Brain & Cognition concentration are encouraged to participate in at least one summer tour. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
- PSYC101 Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSYC105 Careers & Plans for the Psyc Major (0)
- PSYC301 Human Development (3)
- PSYC432 Research Methods II (3)
- PSYC465 Physiological Psychology (3)
CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS - 27 Credits
- BIOL477 Neurobiology (3)
- PSYC364 Learning & Behavior (3)
- PSYC405 Midwestern Psychological Association Meeting (1)
- PSYC433 Research Methods III (3)
- PSYC434 Research Methods IV (3)
- PSYC445 Cognitive Psychology (3)
- PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
- UD Choice from BIOL, MATH, BCHM, or PSYC (3)
Choose one of the following:
- BIOL450 Neuropsychopharmacology (3)
- PSYC449 Neuropsychopharmacology (3)
- PSYC366 Drugs & Behavior (3)
Capstone - 2-3 Credits
Choose one of the following:
- PSYC498 Research Project in Psychology (2)
- HONS497H Senior Honors Project (2)
- PSYC485 Professional Portfolio (0) + one UD PSYC Course (3)
COGNATES - 23-26 Credits
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- BIOL165 Foundations of Biology (5)
- BIOL166 Foundations of Biology (5)
- CHEM131 General Chemistry I (4)
Choose one of the following:
- RELT340 Religion & Ethics in Modern Society (3)
- RELT385 Bioethics & Christian Faith (3)
- RELT390 Christian Business Ethics (3)
- RELT440 Fundamentals of Spirituality & Ethics in Healthcare (3)
Choose one of the following sociocultural cognates:
- ANTH200 Cultural Anthropology (3)
- BHSC225 Global Social Issues (3)
- PSYC355 Cultural Psychology (3)
- PSYC468 Community Psychology (3)
- An Int'l Student Missionary Experience
- Attending Adventist Colleges Abroad
- An AU tour with cultural concepts
NOTES
- A minimum of 27 credits must be from courses numbered 300 or above
The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences regularily offers tours during the summer which allow students to learn through cultural immersion and hands on practical training. Students in the Brain & Cognition concentration are encouraged to participate in at least one summer tour. Find out more on our Study Tours page.
Sample Four-Year Plan
FIRST YEAR
SECOND YEAR
THIRD YEAR
FOURTH YEAR
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
- PSYC101 Intro to Psychology (3)
- PSYC105 Careers & Plans for Psychology Majors (0)
- PSYC201 Human Development (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- Choose an ACE Math Course (3-4)
- ENGL115/117 College Writing I (3)
- ENGL215 College Writing II (3)
- COMM104 Communication Skills (3)
- HLED135 Wellbeing 360° (3)
- Choose RELT100 God in Human life (3) or RELB210 Jesus in His Time & Ours (3)
- HIST110 Worldviews, Cultures, & Gods (3)
SECOND YEAR
- PSYC364 Learning & Behavior (3)
- PSYC445 Cognitive Psychology (3)
- BIOL165 Foundations of Biology (5)
- BIOL166 Foundations of Biology (5)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities Theory Course (3)
- Choose a sociocultural cognate (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a general elective or minor requirement (3)
THIRD YEAR
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- PSYC432 Research Methods II (3)
- PSYC433 Research Methods III (3)
- PSYC434 Research Methods IV (3)
- PSYC405 MPA Meeting (1)
- Choose one: PSYC449/BIOL450 Neuropsychopharmacology or PSYC366 Drugs & Behavior (3)
- Choose an Upper-Division elective from BIOL, MATH, BCHM, or PSYC (3)
- CHEM131 General Chemistry I (4)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities ACE Course (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a general elective or minor requirement (3)
FOURTH YEAR
- BIOL477 Neurobiology (3)
- PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
- PSYC465 Physiological Psychology (3)
- Choose one: PSYC498/HONS487H Research Project or PSYC485 Professional Portfolio + an Upper Division Psychology Elective (2-3)
- Choose a Religion Ethics Course (3)
- Choose general electives or minor requirements (16)
A typical four year plan is based on a full time load of 15-16 credits per semester in the Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-May) semesters. Students may elect to take courses in the summers for lighter courseloads in the fall and spring or to accellerate completion. A typical summer load is 3-6 credits for part-time study and 9-12 credits for full time study.
Sample Four-Year Plan for Brain & Cognition + Pre-Medicine
FIRST YEAR
SECOND YEAR
- PSYC101 Intro to Psychology (3)
- PSYC105 Careers & Plans for Psychology Majors (0)
- PSYC201 Human Development (3)
- SOCI119 Principles of Sociology (3)
- ENGL115/117 College Writing I (3)
- ENGL215 College Writing II (3)
- COMM104 Communication Skills (3)
- CHEM131 General Chemistry I (4)
- CHEM132 General Chemistry II (4)
- Choose an ACE Math Course (3-4)
- Choose RELT100 God in Human life (3) or RELB210 Jesus in His Time & Ours (3)
SECOND YEAR
- PSYC364 Learning & Behavior (3)
- PSYC445 Cognitive Psychology (3)
- CHEM231 & 241 Organic Chemistry I & Lab (4)
- CHEM232 & 242 Organic Chemistry II & Lab (4)
- BIOL165 Foundations of Biology (5)
- BIOL166 Foundations of Biology (5)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities Theory Course (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
THIRD YEAR
FOURTH YEAR
- BHSC230 Research Methods I (3)
- PSYC432 Research Methods II (3)
- PSYC433 Research Methods III (3)
- PSYC434 Research Methods IV (3)
- PHYS141 General Physics I (4)
- PHYS142 General Physics II (4)
- BCHM421 Biochemistry I (4)
- PSYC405 MPA Meeting (1)
- Choose one: PSYC449/BIOL450 Neuropsychopharmacology or PSYC366 Drugs & Behavior (3)
FOURTH YEAR
- BIOL477 Neurobiology (3)
- PSYC460 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior (3)
- PSYC465 Physiological Psychology (3)
- Choose one: PSYC498/HONS487H Research Project or PSYC485 Professional Portfolio + an Upper Division Psychology Elective (2-3)
- Choose a sociocultural cognate (3)
- Choose a Religion Course (3)
- Choose a Religion Ethics Course (3)
- HIST110 Worldviews, Cultures, & Gods (3)
- HLED135 Wellbeing 360° (3)
- Choose a Fine Arts/Humanities ACE Course (3)
Andrews Core Experience
Andrews Core Experience courses are required for all undergraduate students regardless of major. These courses count towards the 120 total credits for a degree and are included in the four-year-plan above. For students who are accepted into the J.N. Andrews Honors Program, the SAGES curriculum replaces the Andrews Core Experience Requirements - find out more at andrews.edu/services/honors.
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
Official requirements for the Andrews Core Experience are found in the Andrews University Bulletin at bulletin.andrews.edu
- Phone: 269-471-3152
- Email: ssbs@andrews.edu