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Master of Science [M.S] [Neuroscience] From McMaster University

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Master of Science [M.S] (Neuroscience)

STEM Course

2 years

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Biology,

Neuroscience

CA$8,548/Yr

CA$8,548 /Yr

1 Students Applied

McMaster University offers a Master of Science in Neuroscience for a duration of 2 years.
It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on both full-time and a part-time basis.
The Neuroscience Graduate Program is a collaborative partnership among the Faculties of Science, Health Sciences, Engineering, and Humanities.
It is a research-intensive interdisciplinary graduate program in Neuroscience that includes faculty members from Health Sciences, Science, Humanities, and Engineering.
The research areas of the program are:
- Brain-Body Interactions
- Learning and Memory
- Motor Control and Rehabilitation
- Neural Development
- Neural Signal Processing
- Neuroimmunology
All students will be required to take the 700 level Neuroscience course.
Students will be expected to attend the seminars in the Neuroscience Program Seminar Series, including weekly journal club seminars presented by students and faculty, and regular colloquia presented by invited speakers.
Master’s students will be required to present one seminar in the weekly series that describes their research.
Students may enter directly to PhD or start in the Master's program and transfer to PhD during their first year of study.
The department provides various types of degree in this program such as:
- MSc in Neuroscience (2 years)
- PhD in Neuroscience (4 years)
- MD/PhD in Neuroscience (7 years)
The average salary of the program goes up to 54,000 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	CA$8548 (CAD 8548)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Food (On-Campus)	CA$9195 (CAD 9195)
Housing (Off-Campus)	CA$4860 (CAD 4860)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students have to complete an honors 4-year bachelor's degree in a field relevant to Neuroscience research from a recognized university.
Students must have a B+ minimum average grade in the final year.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Or, completed a 3-year UG degree must have a substantial background in science or a related field.

Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.

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

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Required Document List

Following are the required document:

Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

Academia – research and teaching
Clinical sciences
Biotechnology and contract research
Pharmaceutical industry
Neuropsychology and psychiatry
Regulatory affairs, policy and research administration
Academic organization and administration

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyMaster	TypeAwards	View Details
Ontario Graduate Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847	Level Of StudyDoctorate	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Go Clean Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Ontario Graduate Fellowship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 8,459/Yr$8,459	Level Of StudyDoctorate	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program	Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details