• Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience at York University is offered as 4 years teaching program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
  • York’s undergraduate Neuroscience program has several unique features. Based on their interests, students choose one of three entry pathways by selecting
    • Biology
    • Kinesiology and Health Science
    • Or, Psychology as their home program.
  • This program emphasizes hands-on learning and uses methods of assessments that match these experiences, such as interviews, case-studies/simulations, team critical reflections, and an independent or team-based capstone project.
  • The adventure begins with a solid science curriculum in 1st year, including the keystone course Frontiers in Neuroscience.
  • Students experience a broad neuroscience foundation in 2nd year.
  • In the 3rd year, students develop their understanding by choosing courses from the 3 specialization streams (cellular/molecular, cognitive/behavioural, or systems neuroscience), and put it all together with a stimulating, research-based capstone course in 4th year.
  • The program’s small size encourages collaboration amongst students, faculty members, and community partners as they investigate the development, structure, and function of the nervous system.
  • The program includes interviews, case-studies/simulations, team critical reflections, and an independent or team-based capstone project.
  • The Faculty of Science is home to five Departments with over 150 full-time faculty members focusing on research areas.
  • York University is known for championing new ways of thinking that drive teaching and research excellence.
  • The average salary of the program goes up to 49,000 USD.