$15,151 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Neuroscience
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience is a 4-year program at Carleton University.
- Neuroscience is a multidisciplinary field, encompassing different aspects of psychology, biology, chemistry, neurophysiology, genetics, and epidemiology.
- Students will work alongside top researchers in state-of-the-art facilities in microscopy, histology, neurochemistry, behavioral analysis, electrophysiology, and molecular genetic analysis.
- Ph.D students will have the opportunity to develop research projects aimed at finding the answers to mental health diseases including addiction, depression, Parkinson’s disease, obesity, dementia, and traumatic injury.
- The Faculty Research Highlights are:
- Social neuroscience
- Association between the immune system, stress, and psychiatric disorders
- Neuroendocrine regulation of eating and metabolism
- Sleep and health
- Effects of environmental toxins and vulnerability to mental disorders
- Brain development
- Plasticity and recovery of brain function
- Carleton University has strong concentrations in Food Science, Analytical Chemistry.
- Ottawa is also home to world-class hospitals and medical research facilities and high tech organizations.
- The student to faculty ratio is 12:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
- Carleton University has an acceptance rate of 21%, compared to other Canadian universities..
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $11434 | $11434 | $11434 | $11434 |
| Health Insurance | $567 | $567 | $567 | $567 |
| Books and supply | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Other Fees | $2250 | $2250 | $2250 | $2250 |
| Total Fees | $15151 | $15151 | $15151 | $15151 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 86 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students required a master’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or related field with a minimum A- average.
- If English is not the students’ first language then they must provide proof of English competency.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 2 years Master’s, or an equivalent degree.
- Or, completed both a bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a master’s degree.
- Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
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Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, the recommended GRE score to get into the program is 300+.