BSc Biopsychology at Mount Allison University

Programme overview

Biopsychology is the scientific study of the brain and nervous system and how they influence human behaviour — combining studies in biology and psychology. Biopsychology provides students with foundational knowledge about the physiological basis for behaviour.

Department: Biopsychology | Study mode: full-time | Location: Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada

What you will study

Biopsychology is interdisciplinary in nature — students are required to take courses in both disciplines. Course options in this program may include: genetics and evolution human physiology animal behaviour neurophysiology sensation and perception behavioural neuroscience There is some flexibility to allow students to focus more heavily on one of the two disciplines, biology or psychology, should you choose to do so.

Career pathways

Popular career paths include psychologist, neurologist, mental health counsellor, teacher, medical health professional, What is it like to study at Mount Allison?, Image, Quote icon.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: CAD 11,350 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. New Brunswick residents pay $11,180. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residenc Source

International applicants: CAD 22,890 a year (2026). 2026-27 full-time undergraduate yearly flat tuition (9 or more credits in fall or winter terms), the rate stated for all undergraduate students. Excludes mandatory student fees, international medical coverage, residence and meal plan. Source

Main intake: Fall term (September). Admission is also open for a January 2027 start for Canadian and international students (2027-28 academic year application).

Admission is offered on a rolling basis, with applications accepted starting in October. Early admission for September opens Oct. 1 using final Grade 11 marks; general admissions opens in February with mid-year Grade 12 transcripts. To be considered for scholarships and bursaries, the application and all supporting documents must be received by March 1. Applications are submitted online through a Mount Allison (MtA) application account.

Bachelor of Music (BMus) application package deadline: Feb. 1. Fine Arts (BFA and BA Fine Arts) application and portfolio deadline: Feb. 15. Registration deposit to accept an offer is due May 1 ($100 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents).

Apply through the official page: https://mta.ca/admissions/how-apply/undergraduate-admissions

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