Brandeis undergraduates interested in the life sciences can choose between concentrations in: 

• Biochemistry 
• Biology
• Neuroscience

Additionally, Biological Physics is an interdepartmental program that is designed to provide quantitative skills and a background in chemistry and biology to undergraduates interested in studying the physics of biological systems.

There are also concentrations in related scientific fields including Chemistry, Computer Science,  Physics, and Psychology.  All undergraduate life science concentrations are designed to give students a well-rounded preparation in all fields of science and in mathematics.

Undergraduate concentrators can earn a B.A., B.S. or combined B.S./M.S. degree.  More information for concentrators and prospective concentrators can be obtained by clicking above on the concentration of interest.

Opportunities for Undergraduate Research

One of the most valuable aspects of a Brandeis education in the Life Sciences is the opportunity to carry out cutting-edge research in the laboratories of our faculty in Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Neuroscience and related fields.  Some students begin working in labs as early as their first semester, and many start as juniors, leading up to a senior Honors Thesis. Since 1999, Brandeis 85 undergraduates have been co-authors on 81 peer-reviewed research publications. A list of those undergraduate co-authored publications are available here.

Information for Life Sciences Undergraduates

Undergraduate Academics:	Brandeis University Academics
	Senior Research & Senior Honors in Biology
	Senior Honors Program in Biochemistry
	Senior Research Program in Neuroscience
Undergraduate Research:	Undergraduate Research Opportunities in Biology
	Funding Opportunities through Brandeis for Undergraduate Research
Publications:	Brandeis Catalyst:  Science news from Brandeis