S tudents complete their degrees with the Senior Seminar, a two-credit course that focuses on research, with presentations by faculty, graduate students and seniors who have completed independent research projects for Honors . The course also includes discussions of the work of visiting speakers. See Sample Programs for illustrations of course sequences. T here is no formal curricular requirement to undertake a research project, but we encourage students to take advantage of the many research opportunities available in the department. All of the faculty in Brain and Cognitive Sciences have active research programs and qualified undergraduates can enhance their educational experience by participating directly in scientific discovery through Independent Research courses and the Honors Program .
T here is no requirement that students take courses in allied fields.
However, the Department recommends a few sets of courses that would help students considering advanced degrees develop a useful background in relevant allied fields. Double Majors and Double Degrees S tudents choosing to complete a double major that includes Brain and Cognitive Sciences must complete all BCS concentration requirements. No more than two courses may be used to satisfy the requirements of both concentrations. Students choosing to complete a double degree must complete all BCS concentration requirements. No courses may be used to satisfy the requirements of both concentrations.