Overview
91亚色鈥檚 undergraduate Neuroscience program has several unique features. Based on their interests, students choose one of three entry pathways by selecting Biology, Kinesiology & Health Science, or Psychology as their home program. In the Faculty of Science, you will follow the Biology entry pathway. The adventure begins with a solid science curriculum in first year, including the keystone course Frontiers in Neuroscience.
Each year then builds on the successes of the prior year. Students experience a broad neuroscience foundation in second year. In third year, they develop their understanding by choosing聽courses from the three specialization streams (cellular/molecular, cognitive/behavioral, or systems neuroscience), and put it all together with a stimulating, research-based capstone course in fourth year.
All Neuroscience students, regardless of entry pathway, will specialize in one of these three streams in their upper years:
Specialized Honours in Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (120 credits, normally over four years)
A focused Honours degree specializing in the study of molecules and cells in a Neuroscience context.
Specialized Honours in Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience (120 credits, normally over four years)
A focused Honours degree specializing in studying behavior and cognitive processes through Neuroscience.
Specialized Honours in Systems Neuroscience (120 credits, normally over four years)
A focused Honours degree specializing in the study of neurological systems.
For a full description of possible degree paths, please reference the
Example First-Year Courses
Below are some courses you may take in your first year as a Neuroscience student following the Biology entry pathway. Please note that this is only an example, your actual course schedule may be different.
- Biology I - Cells, Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Biology II - Evolution, Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
- Introduction to Psychology
- Frontiers of Neuroscience
- Chemical Structure
- Chemical Dynamics
- Mathematics I and II for the Biological and Health Sciences
- Computer Use for the Natural Sciences
- Film, Television and Society (or other approved Non-Science courses)
Example Upper-Year Courses
Below are some example courses you may take in your upper years in each Neuroscience stream. Please note that this is only an example, the actual courses you take may differ.
Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
- Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience with Applications to Health
- Physiology of Circadian Timing
- Neurobiology
- Neuronal Development for Activity and Health
- Neurophysiology of Movement in Health and Disease
Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience
- Sensation and Perception I and II
- Cognition
- Neuroscience of Aging & Cognitive Health
- Neuropsychology of Abnormal Behaviour
- Disorders of Visual Cognition
Systems Neuroscience
- Skilled Performance and Motor Learning
- Vision Science
- Neuroimaging of Cognition - fMRI Methods
- Principles of Neurorehabilitation
- Autonomic Function in Health and Disease
Careers
A degree from the Faculty of Science opens the door to many different pathways and opportunities. 91亚色 Science offers an ideal learning environment to achieve your highest potential. Our programs are known for academic excellence, with professors who are committed to your success.
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Career Paths
- Medical school to become a doctor or psychiatrist
- Graduate school in the Neuroscience field or to become a Psychologist or Psychotherapist
- Clinical data collection
- Clinical research
- Community programming
- Analytical laboratory work
- Medical devices and therapies
- Pharmaceuticals
- Regulatory affairs
- Science advocacy