Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Neuroscience)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
₹4 L/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..
Read More
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
---|---|
Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | ₹400942 (CAD 6530) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Room ( On Campus) | ₹922412 (CAD 15023) |
Room (Off Campus) | ₹460500 (CAD 7500) |
Total Cost | ₹1382912 (CAD 22523) |
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).
-
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, the recommended GRE score to get into the program is 300+.
Scores Required
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
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 | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 6.7 L/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
JN Tata Endowment Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 85,039/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
Similar Colleges
![Algoma University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_1_09-11:19_Algoma_University_Campus.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![Algoma University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_1_24-18:29_Otv3vN_l_400x400.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
Algoma University
Athabasca, Alberta
![Concordia University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_3_25-12:26_Concordia-University-CC-BY-NC-SA-2.0-copy.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![Concordia University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_3_25-12:26_concor.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec
![OCAD University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_5_25-17:44_OCAD_U_Sharp_Bldg_9.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![OCAD University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_5_25-17:44_ocad.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
OCAD University
Toronto, Ontario
![Saint Mary's University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_6_28-11:38_Saint_Marys_HFX.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![Saint Mary's University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_6_28-11:38_20169211357.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
![The King's University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_7_04-15:45_kings.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![The King's University](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_7_18-17:46_The-Kings-University.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
The King's University
Edmonton, Alberta
![University Canada West](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_8_01-13:38_Affiliate-banner-May-2022-02-(1).jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![University Canada West](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_8_10-14:51_UCW-LOGO.png?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
University Canada West
Vancouver, British Columbia
![University of Alberta](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_9_24-17:40_Alberta.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![University of Alberta](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_9_24-17:46_alberta-.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
![University of Calgary](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_10_03-12:18_ucalgary.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![University of Calgary](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_10_24-18:22_calgary.jpeg?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
![University of Waterloo](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/appImage/college_11_24-18:10_UW-e1517246426797.jpeg?tr=h-143,c-force)
![University of Waterloo](https://images.collegedunia.com//public/college_data/images/studyabroad/logos/college_11_19-15:45_University_of_Waterloo_Logo.png?tr=h-45,w-45,c-force)
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario
Comments