Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience

Trent University

Canada, Abbotsford

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Trent University

Canada , Abbotsford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Peterborough

Durham GTA

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Sep-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191 / year

Next Intake 8-Sep-2023

Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience

About

Want to know how the nervous system contributesto behaviour? Complete this specialization alongside your Psychology degree to gain a strong foundation of the concepts and methods necessary for understanding the structural and functional aspects of brain and brain dysfunction.

Required Courses

PSYC 2200H: Brain and Behaviour
PSYC 2400H: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
PSYC-BIOL 3220H: Neuropsychology

Optional Courses:

PSYC 2210H: Brain and Body in Action (Sc)
PSYC 2600H: Introduction to Learning (Sc)
PSYC-BIOL 3210H: Principles of the Nervous System (Sc)
PSYC 3230H: Sleep and Arousal (Sc)
PSYC 3240H: Drugs and Behaviour (Sc)
PSYC 3430H: Memory (Sc)
PSYC 3451H: Psychology of Language (Sc)
PSYC 3460H: Sensation and Perception (Sc)
PSYC 3801H or PSYC 3802H: Research Practicum that focuses on cognitive or behavioural neuroscience (Sc)
PSYC 4225H: Advanced Cognitive Neuroscience (Sc)
PSYC 4625H: Neurobiology of Learning and Memory (Sc)
PSYC-BIOL 4840H: Neuroendocrinology (Sc)
PSYC 4801H or PSYC 4802H: Research Practicum that focuses on cognitive or behavioural neuroscience (Sc)

Understand the biological underpinnings of behaviour

Access experiential learning and create a customized independent research project or practicum based on your interests by working one-on-one with internationally-recognized faculty.
Develop your skills in understanding, communicating about, and conducting research.
Learn from Trent experts in a variety of topics including cognition, neuroscience, and neuropsychology.
Get opportunities for reference letters from your professors, thanks to our highly personalized learning environment.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a minimum overall mark of 75%.

Career

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Neurologist

Neurologists are doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating physiological, psychiatric and other brain disorders and act as consultants to other physicians. Specialists in this field of medicine study the nature, cause, and development of brain-related divergent behaviour in humans.

$51.98 - 289.50/hr

Salary Range

48,500

Jobs in Canada

32,000

10YR Job Outlook

Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

Neuropsychologist
School psychologist
Mental Health Counsellor
Social Services Officer
Therapist
Psychiatric Nurse
Conflict Mediator

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191 / year

How to Apply

You are encouraged to apply to Trent as early as possible as some programs have limited enrolment.

Ontario secondary students will use the OUAC 101 application form at www.ouac.on.ca/101
If you are not currently registered as an Ontario secondary student, please apply using the OUAC 105 application and refer to the special application instructions below. www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/
Domestic students (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents) not currently enrolled in an Ontario high school, and wishing to only apply to Trent University, can do so through the Trent direct application If you are an international applicant or are applying to multiple universities/programs, please apply at www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/

The OUAC website has many helpful resources such as Frequently Asked Questions, Video Tutorials and step-by-step guides.

Access Codes:

If you are currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school, guidance counsellors will provide you with access codes (school number, student number, temporary PIN) to access the OUAC site and application process.

All other applicants will create user profiles on the OUAC site and will not require access codes.

Admissions Forms

Below you will find links to a variety of forms to support your application to Trent University.

Release of Information (Login to MyTrent)
Extenuating Circumstances - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Intention to Upgrade - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Mature Student Supplementary Application - The form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Reactivation Form - Please visit the Former Trent Students webpage for further details.
Indigenous Diploma Program Supplementary Application