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Behavioral Biology
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The interaction between behavior and biology
takes place in both directions. On the one hand, biology influences
behavior. For example, psychopharmacology
has demonstrated the importance of neurochemical substances in the
brain, and sociobiology has emphasized the role of genetic factors in
behavior. On the other hand, behavior also influences biology, as an
individual’s perception of and reaction to life events can have
substantial effects on hormonal and physiological functions. In recognizing
both of these interactions, behavioral biology seeks to establish
a greater understanding of them through its interdisciplinary organization.
Highlights of the Hopkins Program
The David S. Olton Behavioral Biology Program is an interdepartmental,
interdivisional major for those wishing to study the natural and social
sciences in relation to human and animal behavior. The program begins
with the fundamental concepts of both the natural sciences and
the social sciences, and then the interface between these two areas
is explored through specialized courses and electives, and through
additional study emphasizing a particular subject. Courses provide
a broadly based, yet integrated education, focused in the field
of behavioral biology.
Departmental Homepage
Direct access to the department’s undergraduate information.
http://behavioralbiology.jhu.edu/Program.html
Scheduling
Sample First Semester Schedule
- Introductory Psychology course
- Introductory Chemistry I, 030.101
- Introductory Chemistry Lab I, 030.105
- General Biology I, 020.151
- General Biology Lab I, 020.153
- Calculus I, 110.106
- Elective H or S course
- Total 12-16 credits
Major Checklist
A checklist which can be used for exploring the requirements of a potential
major and monitoring your own degree progress.
Major: http://www.jhu.edu/advising/images/checklists_pdf/BehavioralBioMajor.doc
Career Exploration
Skill Set
The “real world” skills you’ll develop with a major
in Behavioral Biology:
- Operating scientific equipment
- Applying biological theories
- Designing experiments and recording results
- Applying scientific concepts to problems
- Reasoning logically to evaluate the effects of phenomena
- Attention to detail
- Reporting results and conclusions orally and in writing
Looking for information about
majors, careers, and finding jobs and internships? Visit the Career
Center’s website:
http://www.jhu.edu/~careers/
Last modified: September 5, 2008 |
