- MSc in Neuroscience at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the Division of Medical Sciences.
- The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
- The neuroscience graduate program focuses on cellular and cognitive neurosciences, reflecting UVic's two major neuroscience research streams.
- The program emphasizes connections between the core areas in neuroscience: learning and memory, synaptic function, developmental neuroscience, sensory motor systems, and disease and injury and encourages students to develop competencies in more than one area.
- The multi-disciplinary approach of the program reflects the future of neuroscience research and allows students to develop diverse skills and engage in collaborative work both across the campus and in the community.
- The MSc is a full-time research degree with a thesis requirement and coursework.
- The MSc program consists of a minimum of 15 units.
University Of Victoria - [UVic], Victoria, British & Columbia - Courses & Fees
Victoria, British & Columbia
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Neuroscience)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 401 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022
CA$7,920/Yr
CA$7,920 /Yr
Important Dates
Admission are on Rolling Basis.
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline | Feb 15, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | CA$7920 | CA$7920 |
| Total Fees | CA$7920 | CA$7920 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Room And Board | CA$13323 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an undergraduate degree in neuroscience, biology, biochemistry, mathematics, pharmacology, physics, physiology, psychology, and zoology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A grade point average of 5.0/9.0 (B or equivalent) in the work of the last two years (30 units) leading to the bachelor’s degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete a Bachelor’s (4 years) degree in neuroscience, biology, biochemistry, mathematics, pharmacology, physics, physiology, psychology, and zoology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- The minimum grade score for a degree should be 7/10 (60%), first class.
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
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Neurobiologists
- Psychophysicist
- Educational Psychologist
- Neurophysiologist
- Neuropathologist
- Biochemist
- Biotechnologist
- Neural Engineer
- Professors
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Victoria University Future Leaders Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | CA$1000 | Yes | N/A |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | CA$20174 | Yes | N/A |
| Gyandhan Scholarship | CA$1222 | No | Aug 31, 2023 |
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