UC Merced Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC Merced lists for Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis transfers starts with BIO 011, BIO 011L and CSE 019; the full list is below.
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UC Merced for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
UC Merced lists this program for transfer students starting Fall 2027.
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UC Merced Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis Major Preparation
The courses UC Merced lists as Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Merced's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Major preparation courses required for transfer
Complete all of these
- BIO 011 Introduction to Molecular Biology
- BIO 011L Introduction to Molecular Biology Lab
- CSE 019 Introduction to Computing
- MATH 005 Preparatory Calculus
- PSY 001 Introduction to Psychology
Courses listed
- CHEM 001 Preparatory Chemistry
- CHEM 002 General Chemistry I and CHEM 002L General Chemistry I Lab
- CHEM 010 General Chemistry II and CHEM 010L General Chemistry II Lab
Courses listed
- PHYS 008 Introductory Physics I for Physical Sciences and PHYS 008L Introductory Physics I for Physical Sciences Lab
- PHYS 009 Introductory Physics II for Physical Sciences and PHYS 009L Introductory Physics II for Physical Sciences Lab
Complete 1 of these options
- MATH 011 Calculus I · MATH 012 Calculus II
- MATH 021 Calculus I for Physical Sciences & Engineering · MATH 022 Calculus II for Physical Sciences & Engineering
Complete 1 of these
- BIO 018 Data Science for Life Sciences
- ENGR 080 Statistical Modeling and Data Analysis
- PH 010 Introduction to Biostatistics
- PSY 010 Analysis of Psychological Data
English composition
Required
- WRI 001 Academic Writing
Second course in english composition
Required
- WRI 010 College Reading and Composition
Also listed by UC Merced
UC Merced lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Additional major preparation courses
- BIO 012 Introduction to Organismal Biology
- BIO 012L Introduction to Organismal Biology Lab
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC Merced have a Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis major for transfer students?
UC Merced lists Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis (B.S.) for transfer students starting Fall 2027, with the major preparation it expects them to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Merced for Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis?
UC Merced's Neuroscience, Computational, Perceptual and Cognitive Emphasis major preparation includes BIO 011, BIO 011L, CSE 019, MATH 005, PSY 001 and CHEM 001, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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