Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Neuroscience)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$6,530/Yr
CA$6,530 /Yr
- 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..
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$6530 (CAD 6530) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room ( On Campus) | CA$15023 (CAD 15023) |
Room (Off Campus) | CA$7500 (CAD 7500) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | CA$15245 (CAD 15245) |
2021 | CA$11275 (CAD 11275) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
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+.
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.
- Transcript: A PDF copy of all post-secondary transcripts within the application or in Carleton Central.
- Two Letter of Reference: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Statement of Intent: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Writing Sample: Students applying for a job, internship, may be asked to provide a writing sample that allows an employer or graduate program to judge student ability to convey a written message.
- Aptitude test results: Used to make inferences about competencies, capabilities, and future performance on the job of the students.
- Preference Form: Some departments require students to fill in a preference form that will ask to outline their preferences for the program specialization, research area, or faculty supervisor.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Students have career opportunities in academia, health, business/industry, education, or government.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 33,115/Yr$33,115 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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