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Neuroscience, which explores behavior and its neural foundations, is incorporated into psychology, biology, and related fields at numerous universities. However, North America and Europe are seeing a growing trend toward dedicated neuroscience degree programs. This interdisciplinary field merges key elements from psychology, biology, kinesiology, and computational neuroscience to investigate the nervous system through cellular, physiological, behavioral, and computational perspectives. The curriculum is carefully structured to synthesize knowledge from diverse experimental approaches, enhancing our understanding of how neural processes shape behavior. Neuroscience equips students with essential knowledge and competencies for careers in health and behavioral sciences while laying a strong foundation for advanced neuroscience studies. Depending on course selection, it also prepares students for professional programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, chiropractic care, and physical or occupational therapy.
Neuroscience examines the nervous system's role in generating behavior across species. Students explore neural-behavioral connections through methodologies spanning molecular genetics, biochemistry, cellular physiology, neuroanatomy, electrophysiology, pharmacology, behavioral biology, neuropsychology, cognitive psychology, and kinesiology. The program includes hands-on participation in neuroscience research involving both human and animal subjects.
Applicants must have
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD);
Minimum six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level credits, including program specific prerequisites.
A minimum admission average of 70% (many programs require a higher average)
English proficiency requirements
IELTS - overall 6.5, no band below 6.0
TOEFL - overall 88, no band below 21
CAEL - overall 70, no band below 60
PTE - 58
IELP Level 5 - Successful completion of Level 5 of the Brock Intensive English Language program
CAE (C1 Advanced): 176 minimum score
CPE (C2 Proficiency): 176 minimum score
IB: Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma with English A