PhD in Neuroscience

The Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience is a multidisciplinary research degree encompassing psychology, biology, chemistry, neurophysiology, genetics and epidemiology. Doctoral candidates undertake original research projects investigating the causes and treatment of conditions such as addiction, depression, Parkinson's disease, obesity, dementia and traumatic brain injury, working alongside faculty from across these disciplines. The program is research- and thesis-based, requiring candidates to complete advanced coursework before conducting independent research culminating in a doctoral dissertation. Students collaborate with researchers across affiliated departments, gaining training in experimental design, data analysis and scientific communication. The program normally takes four years of full-time study to complete, with admission offered for the Fall term. Graduates are prepared for research careers in academia, health research institutes and other settings requiring advanced expertise in the neurosciences and mental health research.