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Diploma of Neuroscience

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, United States
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A science degree on the brain and behaviour, Combining psychology, Biology and chemistry.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Neuroscience can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Neuroscientist
Researcher
Neuropsychologist
Clinical research coordinator
Neuropharmacologist
Medical scientist
Psychiatric technician
Computational neuroscientist
Cognitive rehabilitation specialist
Graduate study

Curriculum

Four-year major: behavioral neuroscience
Abnormal psychology
Genetic analysis
Sensation and perception
Equilibrium and reactivity and biophysical chemistry. Optional Pre-Medical (MD) and Pre-Physician Assistant concentrations. Guaranteed internship including neuroscience lab or grant-funded research
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended
Transcripts from all institutions
English test score or waiver
Resume and recommendation letter where required
GRE/GMAT optional
Portfolio for Hillier College programmes. Some certificates state subject prerequisites on the programme page.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended (not a stated minimum), GRE/GMAT optional, Transcripts without credential evaluation, Resume and letters of recommendation recommended or required by some programs, Portfolio for Hillier College applicants.

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 57

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Credential Evaluation (If Applicable)
Resume
Recommendation Letters
Portfolio (If Applicable)
Financial Support Documents (For Visa If Applicable).

How to apply

Check the requirements and deadlines (Fall 1 May
Spring 15 November) on the graduate international admissions page
Certificates follow master's rules. Apply and pay the 75 USD application fee. Upload transcripts from every institution
An English test score or approved waiver
a resume and recommendation letter where required
Add a portfolio for Hillier College programmes. Pay the 500 USD enrollment deposit
Claim your UCID
Then request the I-20 at with passport and proof of funds. Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
Complete the DS-160 and attend the F-1 visa interview. Report your visa in myGlobal and register for at least 9 credits.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$28,356 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Newark Campus
Faculty or school	Jordan Hu College of Science and Liberal Arts
Department	Biological Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	12
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left

Scholarships

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.