PhD in Neurobiology and Neurosciences

This neuroscience doctorate at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is a small, tightly knit program centred on one-on-one mentoring. Students examine the nervous system from molecules to behaviour, with research strengths in how synapses work, how glia and neurons interact, and whole-system neuroscience. Classes, small tutorials with faculty, reading groups and seminars teach experimental design, data analysis and scientific communication. A partnership with The Jackson Laboratory gives students additional research opportunities. Starts are in September and the average time to degree is about six years. Those wanting a stepping stone can look at the related master's in biomedical research. Training stresses rigorous thinking and strong communication, preparing graduates for careers in academia, industry and science policy. The page notes full tuition funding and a yearly stipend.