由于最近的技术进步，神经科学（对神经系统的科学研究）和认知科学（对如何在人脑中表示和转换信息的研究）之间的联系越来越紧密。亚利桑那大学在提供结合了两者的本科课程方面非常独特。NSCS计划的学生将在神经科学和认知科学的动态界面学习。该课程包括探索基础知识的核心课程和一系列选修课程，使学生能够在这个高度跨学科的领域中追求自己的兴趣。特别鼓励实验室研究。
Neuroscience (the scientific study of the nervous system) and Cognitive Science (the study of how information is represented and transformed in the human brain) are moving ever closer together due to recent technological advances. With life expectancy on the rise, the study of development and aging is crucial. Graduates who specialize in this branch of neuroscience and cognitive science can help improve the well-being of the aging population. The study of development and aging explores changes in the brain that occur over time. Undergraduates earning a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science with a Development and Aging emphasis gain interdisciplinary expertise. They focus on psychology, developmental disabilities, family studies, and the speech, hearing and language sciences. Students gain a full understanding of developmental and aging processes, examine new approaches to prevention, and explore treatments and ways to boost functioning and quality of life. They will be prepared for graduate studies or in-demand careers in policymaking or educating individuals who care for seniors or people with developmental disabilities.