Overview

Behavioural neuroscience is the study of the relationships that exist between behaviour and the structural, chemical and electromagnetic organization of the brain. It’s a key discipline that strives to relate all aspects of behaviour, experiences and feelings to changes in the chemistry, cell activity and physics of the brain. Abnormal changes in the physical properties of the brain are responsible for many psychological and social adaptation problems. However, some changes can produce special behaviours, such as unique talents.

• Four-year program leads to an Honours Bachelor of Science in Behavioural Neuroscience

• Emphasis on a broad range of topics, from understanding behaviour to the complex molecular biology of the junctions between nerves and muscles

• Opportunity for third-year students who display exceptional dedication and skill to work in research laboratories on cutting-edge neuroscience projects

• All students must complete a fourth-year thesis

• Program prepares students interested in studying human behaviour with neurobiological perspectives

• Program is designed to meet the growing demand for scientists and technicians with a broad knowledge of both behavioural and biochemical sciences

• The courses required in this program correspond with admission requirements to medical schools and biomedical and psychology graduate programs

First-year course overview

CHMI 1006 – Chemistry I + lab

CHMI 1007 – Chemistry II + lab

PSYC 1105 – Introduction to Psychology

BIOL 1506 – Biology I + lab

BIOL 1507 – Biology II + lab

PHYS 1006 – Introductory Physics I + lab

PHYS 1007 – Introductory Physics II + lab

+ electives (6 cr) from MATH or COSC

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements based on Grade 12 4U/M courses:

• 1 English

• 1 advanced functions

• 2 sciences or 1 science + 1 math

• 2 other courses

• Minimum average of 70% 

Employment Prospects

Biology, dentistry, graduate studies, medicine, neuroscience, psychology, research, teaching in colleges or universities…

Credit Transfer

Credit transfer opportunities are available from other recognized postsecondary institutions and are typically evaluated on an individual basis. Some fast-tracking opportunities also exist.