Overview

This work will result in an empirical research thesis and an empirical research dissertation. After completing two years in the program, students must pass written and oral exams to continue in the program. Students are also required to complete a specialty paper for publication. The Ph.D. program is 60 credit hours.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of the degree, graduates of the Ph.D. in Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience program at University of Missouri–St. Louis will be able to:

Goal 1. Demonstrate an integrative understanding of psychological concepts, theories, research, and historical trends in Behavioral Neuroscience and apply this knowledge in research and teaching. (Psychological Science Knowledge Base)

Goal 2. Explain and apply the scientific method using a variety of research paradigms to solve problems in Behavioral Neuroscience and articulate how the solutions rely on scientific reasoning. (Critical Thinking)

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Neuropsychological Assessment

Human Neuroanatomy

Seminar: Special Topics in Behavioral Neuroscience

Psychopharmacology

Seminar: Behavioral Neuroscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Neuroscience View 104 other PhDs in Neuroscience in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts from all universities attended

Grade Point Average (GPA)

Three letters of recommendation

Entrance examinations

Statement of Purpose

Personal Statement

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Tuition Fee

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International

29200 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1460 USD per credit during 36 months.
National

29200 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1460 USD per credit during 36 months.
In-State

12280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 614 USD per credit during 36 months.

Living costs for Saint Louis

1015 - 1530 USD /month

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