Beginning in the fall, Piedmont College will offer a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience through its school of arts and sciences.
According to a release from the university, neuroscience is the study of the central nervous system and how it impacts behavior and overall health. Job growth in the neuroscience field is expected to double over the next 10 years, with neuroscience majors often moving into careers that include lab technicians, law enforcement professionals, health educators and technical writers.
“While Piedmont remains grounded in liberal arts learning, we are committed to providing students with a real-world education that will help them thrive and grow in their career,” Piedmont President James F. Mellichamp said in the release. “Our neuroscience program will equip students with the skills that many employers are demanding.”
According to Dr. Steven Nimmo, dean of the school of arts and sciences, the new neuroscience program will also prepare students who plan to pursue advanced degrees.
“Neuroscience is a strong major that prepares students for graduate school—in biology, neuroscience and psychology—and professional schools, such as medicine, dentistry or other health-related fields. Many also gain employment in industrial and pharmaceutical companies,” Nimmo said. “We are pleased to offer this new program to our students.”
More information about Piedmont’s new neuroscience program is available here.
