Neuroscience (BSc)(BA)
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Why choose this program?
The main goal of neuroscience is to understand the brain. Dal’s neuroscience program is interdisciplinary, blending fields like anatomy, physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, and genetics to explore how the nervous system works and how it impacts our behaviour. It also looks at what happens to the nervous system when people have different neurological or psychiatric disorders.
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Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Program-specific admission requirements
Minimum overall average: 75%
Academic English 12
Pre-calculus Math 12
Three additional academic subjects
Financial information
A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.
Program options
Your degree will introduce you to broad areas like research methods, systems neuroscience, cell neuroscience, and more. In later years, you’ll study specialized topics in areas that interest you. This includes lab courses that give you experience with neuroscience research.
The following Neuroscience program options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Science. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:
Bachelor of Science with Major in Neuroscience
Bachelor of Science with Double Major in Neuroscience
Concentrated Honours Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Combined Honours Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Minor in Neuroscience
What you will learn
When you study neuroscience at Dalhousie, you’ll learn how the brain and nervous system work. You’ll blend fields like psychology, biology, chemistry, statistics, and research methods for an in-depth understanding of the nervous system’s structure, function, and its impact on our behaviour. This knowledge contributes to advances in medicine, brain-computer interfaces, and public health.
Sample courses may include:
Introduction to Psychology I
Principles of Biology I
Concepts in Chemistry I
Life Sciences Calculus
Methods in Experimental Psychology and Neuroscience
Cell Neuroscience
Perceptual Processes
Animal Behavior
Research Methods in Sensation and Perception
Hormones & Behavior
Neural Data Science
Molecular Neuroscience
Contemporary Issues in Neuroscience
Chemical Neurobiology
Topics in Cognition
Synaptic Function and Plasticity
In our program, you’ll learn to think like a scientist: What do we know about neuroscience, how do we know it, and what does it mean? You will build lifelong skills that help you use neuroscience to make informed decisions in your life and career.
Careers
You can combine your learning in neuroscience with many career paths. Check out the job titles below for ideas. Most careers will need more education. Neuroscience provides a foundation for jobs in research, medicine, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, health science, the pharmaceutical industry, and clinical work.
You’ll have many opportunities for future studies with a neuroscience degree. If you like research, you may consider an MSc or PhD in a neuroscience topic that interests you. You might also consider professional fields like medicine, audiology, kinesiology, or occupational therapy.
