Program summary
Neuroscience encompasses aspects of a variety of disciplines that have the common goal of understanding how the nervous system works. Techniques from constituent disciplines like anatomy, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, physiology, psychology and zoology are used to unravel some of the mysteries of the brain and its mechanisms of action, including dysfunctions. The program places past and current clinical and research perspectives into focus, with particular emphasis on the latest innovative cutting edge technology and novel research techniques to prepare students for exciting careers in both clinical and research settings.
The Specialist program in Neuroscience is a research-intensive program designed to provide students with strong breadth in the major domains of neuroscience, as well as an opportunity to intensively focus on one of the following three streams:
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Cellular/Molecular Stream
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Cognitive Stream
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Systems/Behavioural Stream
New Health Sciences Stream
Pursuing a career as a doctor, nurse, physical therapist, dentist, physician assistant, pharmacist, or other health-care professional is a big goal. U of T Scarborough’s Health Sciences stream is designed to prepare you for career success and provide a competitive advantage.
Alongside your Bachelor of Science degree, you will earn a unique certificate* that will expand your knowledge and cultivate skills like leadership, communication, equity, and critical thinking—areas that are essential in health care.
The certificate can be paired with a co-op program which provides hands-on experience through paid co-op terms with some of the top hospitals, companies, and research institutes in the region, such as SickKids, CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health), University Health Network (UHN), and Baycrest.Bottom of Form
The Health Sciences stream and co-op opportunities are available with this program.
*Open to domestic high school applicants only. International and/or transfer students can apply for the non-health sciences stream option of this program.
Learn more about Neuroscience in the Academic Calendar.