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Neurobiological Sciences
Description of the Major
The interdisciplinary studies major in neurobiological sciences provides you with an understanding of and competence in the neurobiological sciences. You will understand and use the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge. You will be able to draw appropriate conclusions and inferences from properly conducted laboratory research. You will be able to evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and to apply them effectively. You will also possess the ability to articulate results clearly and effectively.

Additional information is available from your major's website.
Before Graduating You Must
  • Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
  • Satisfy the Florida statutory requirements for CLAST.
  • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.
Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)
  1. Knowledge of and competence in neurobiological sciences.
  2. Understand and use the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge.
  3. Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and apply them effectively.
  4. Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.

Courses Content Critical Thinking Communication
SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4
IDS 4906 X X X X
This is the only required course for this major (or equivalent with other prefixes). SLOs are met through this course and through preparation of material to write your thesis.

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