Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Neuroscience)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Honours & On Campus
Field of Study:
$24,457 /Yr
CA$33,968 /Yr
- BSc in Neuroscience at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
- It is an on-campus, honors program offered on a full-time basis.
- Neuroscience is the study of the brain and neuroscientists are bringing students closer to an understanding of how the brain allows students to move, think, and interact with the world around.
- This interdisciplinary program offered jointly by the Faculty of Science and the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute that covers all aspects of brain function.
- This program can also be taken as part of a BSc Specialization degree.
- The Bachelor of Science Specialization degree provides a focused education in one program.
- It offers the opportunity to learn about the most recent and exciting advances in the study of the brain and learn research skills in a neuroscience laboratory.
- Students will take most of their courses in their main subject area, and are expected to maintain a higher standard of academic achievement.
- A Specialization degree can provide the background to help students proceed to a higher degree, but its primary function is to provide a comprehensive education at the undergraduate level.
- The student-faculty ratio of this program is 21:1.
- Students get the opportunities to apply for scholarships, fellowships, awards, and grants both internally and externally.
- The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
- The Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute is a University of Alberta translational science institute whose goal is to foster research collaborations and partnerships across the academic and health care systems in order to help facilitate the translation of research into better health care.
- Job opportunities after BSc in Neuroscience are Clinical Biochemist, Forensic Psychologist, etc and the average salary goes up to 47,000 USD.
Read More
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
---|---|
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Mar 1, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $24457 (CAD 33968) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing | $7776 (CAD 10800) |
Food | $1944 (CAD 2700) |
Books and supply | $864 (CAD 1200) |
Total Cost | $10584 (CAD 14700) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition), Mathematics course to get admission in this program.
- Students have to complete one course from the following courses:
- Fine Arts
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
- Students have to complete any two courses from the following courses to get admission in this program:
- Physics
- Calculus
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
- Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
- Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
- Reference Form/Letter: Three reference forms and letters of recommendation completed and uploaded by referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) directly to the online portal.
- Three Letters of Reference: The online application system will notify the references and allow the student to upload their letters. Letters can be academic or business references.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Similar Programs
Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
---|---|---|---|---|
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake (1st Mar 2025) | USD 24,457 /Yr CAD 33,968 /Yr |
| ||
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Apr 2025) | USD 15,600 /Yr CAD 21,667 /Yr |
| ||
Ouac Application Deadlines For Fall 2025 Intake (1st Mar 2025) | USD 32,232 /Yr CAD 44,767 /Yr |
| ||
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake (1st Feb 2025) Documents Deposit Deadline For 2025 Intake (1st Mar 2025) | USD 43,968 /Yr CAD 61,067 /Yr |
| ||
Application Deadline (12th Jan 2025) Deadline To Submit Supporting Documents (1st Feb 2025) | USD 44,438 /Yr CAD 61,720 /Yr |
|
Course Guides
Top Undergraduate Courses in Canada: Fees 2024, Top Colleges, Admissions, Placements & Salaries
Career and Placement after Course
Following are the career opportunities for the students are:
- Clinical Biochemist
- Clinical Neuropsychiatrist
- Diagnostic Imaging Specialist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Geneticist
- Laboratory Technician
- Neurobiologist
- Neurophysiologist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
- Research Scientist
- Toxicologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
University of Alberta Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 5,760/Yr$8,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
India First Year Excellence Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 3,600/Yr$5,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
University of Alberta- India Centenary Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 14,400/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per student$ 108/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
Similar Colleges
Algoma University
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario
Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec
OCAD University
Toronto, Ontario
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
The King's University
Edmonton, Alberta
University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario
Comments