Topical Studies consists of various degree plans and requirements at the University of Kentucky within the College of Arts and Sciences. Studies In Neuroscience is a program within the College of Arts and Sciences. To learn more about the University and College requirements please visit: http://www.as.uky.edu/academics/departments_programs/TopicalStudies/Pages/default.aspx

Studies In Neuroscience is a very diverse program ranging from whole animal behavior to ion flow across channels in membranes. Therefore, the program contains a diversity of courses that one can choose from for one's own interest. A suggested degree plan has been devised to serve as a template to build from. This particular template of a degree plan does cover the prerequisite pre-med courses for most medical schools (UK), other allied health programs and graduate programs in the areas of Neuroscience. Yes, the template suggests a rigorous program for your benefit!

Experience in research within the field of neuroscience is a rewarding means of learning what researchers do on a day-to-day bases. There are various ways to obtain an undergraduate research experience. On can enroll in Biology 395, Anatomy and Neurobiology 395, Psychology 395 as well as contacting faculty directly about the possibilities for Work Study Employment or Part Time Employment for positions that might be open to undergraduates. On the Research Experience www page is a list faculty members in various departments that have identified themselves as a potential mentor for undergraduate students.

The local chapter for the Society for Neuroscience (THE BLUEGRASS NEUROSCIENCE CHAPTER) welcomes undergraduates to join as members for $5. Please contact Dr. Steve Estus to obtain a membership form (sestus2@email.uky.edu). The chapter has a yearly meeting for high school, undergraduate and graduate students as well as staff to present a poster on their research findings. There also cash awards for the best presentations.

Related links is a list of various organizations and societies that undergraduates students might find of interest. To make your major in this track rewarding it is important to become involved and not just obtain a degree but really immerse oneself in societies, meetings, courses and ones research.

The various contacts for the Topic Studies and specifically the Neuroscience track as well as for updates to these www pages are listed on the Contact www page.