Psychology M.S. with Neuroscience and Behavior Concentration
Explore the Interaction of Biology and Behavior
Develop a keen insight into both psychology and neuroscience to explore the neural
basis of human behavior through the Neuroscience and Behavior Concentration at University
of Houston-Clear Lake. This area of study is also known as biological psychology,
biopsychology or psychobiology. Students in our concentration have numerous opportunities
to conduct research, give professional presentations and publish in journals. Our
faculty specializes in nicotine dependence, age-related memory impairment and the
impact of sleep disorders on information processing.
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Graduates with this concentration are well suited to further study in doctoral programs or careers in biomedical research. One of the most important prerequisites needed for both research careers or doctoral admission is research experience. Therefore, this concentration places a strong emphasis on research participation. Students will be expected to be active members of research teams on campus that results in research presentations at professional conferences and culminates in a capstone research experience.
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- Psychology M.S. with a Neuroscience and Behavior Concentration
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AdmissionBeginning Spring 2026, the Psychology M.S. with Neuroscience and Behavior Concentration will no longer be accepting new students. Students interested in neuroscience are encouraged to apply to the Psychology M.S. Program and work directly with faculty who specialize in neuroscience and behavior. Through this pathway, students can still gain research experience, mentorship, and training in neuroscience as part of their graduate education. For more information, please visit Psychology M.S.
Degree Requirements
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Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Psychology M.S. with Neuroscience and Behavior Concentration Faculty

Angela Kelling
Associate Professor of Psychology and Program Director of Behavioral Science,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3488
Email: KellingA@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2121.06

David H. Malin
Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3339
Email: malin@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2617.12

Georgina Moreno
Associate Professor of Psychology, M.S. Psychology Program Director,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3384
Email: morenog@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2121.10

Christopher P. Ward
Department Chair of Psychology and Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3303
Email: wardchris@uhcl.edu
Office: SSCB 2109.05