MicroBachelors® Program in Introduction to Neuroscience

How can understanding the brain help us better understand ourselves and the world around us? The field of neuroscience explores the complex workings of animal nervous systems and has relevance in industries as diverse as research, health care, education, and business.

Whether you are pursuing a degree or career in neuroscience or medicine or looking to learn how the brain works to better understand learning and decision-making, in Harvard’s MicroBachelors Program in Introduction to Neuroscience you will earn college credit while learning foundational concepts and gaining valuable scientific insights. Taught by Harvard University faculty David Cox, learners in this MicroBachelors Program will receive a comprehensive introduction to key neuroscience concepts and explore the structure and function of the human nervous system. You will build your understanding of neuroscience step by step, studying the electrical properties of individual neurons, examining how neurons pass signals to one another, and observing how complex dynamics result from just a few neurons. You’ll explore sensation, perception, and the functions of different regions of the brain. As you proceed through the program, you will develop problem-solving skills and apply your knowledge to interpret data and evaluate medical scenarios. You will also hear from industry experts to understand how scientists pursue new knowledge in the field. Neuroscience is fundamental to understanding how we perceive the world, process information, and respond to our environment. By the end of this MicroBachelors Program, you will have a strong foundational knowledge of core neurobiology concepts from the cellular to the systemic levels.