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PhD Neuroscience at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD in Neuroscience is a research intensive program that emphasizes the development of individual scholarship and excellence through the collaborative interactions within this interdisciplinary program. Students in the program experience a very wide exposure to all aspects of neuroscience research from cellular molecular to cognitive neuroscience. Student with an MSc usually complete this program within 4 years. Direct entry into the program by students with a BSc is possible for outstanding candidates.

Faculty: Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry  |  Duration: 12 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis-based programme, full-time, 12 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honors or Masters degree in Neuroscience or in a related field with a strong research component, or an MD, DDS or DVS degree with some specialization in Neuroscience. At least an A (80%) over the final two years is recommended; this is equivalent to a high second class standing at some universities. Direct Entry PhD applicants will require a minimum 85% over the final two years. Additional Requirements. At present, only candidates with a degree from recognized universities are admitted directly into the PhD program. All others interested in the PhD program are first admitted to the MSc program. They may transfer to the PhD program within the first 18 months, provided that their progress is excellent and that they have a project that could be developed into a PhD thesis. Application deadline: Application Deadline (Final): March 27, 2026: International applicants May 29, 2026: Domestic applicants

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes.

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