Master in Neuroscience

The University of Ottawa, a bilingual institution, is located in the heart of Canada's capital, offering you a unique learning experience. As the largest bilingual university in the world, it provides advantages such as access to the country's great institutions, a diverse community with over 8,885 international students, and the opportunity to improve your language skills through its renowned French immersion program.

The university focuses on many fields, with 118 programs available. Specifically, its French immersion program is the best among Canadian universities, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of French culture. You can also take advantage of programs in different disciplines, with the university offering courses in multiple languages, including English and French.

As a student, you will be part of a community with access to the city's benefits, including proximity to Canada's great institutions. The university's location in Ottawa provides you with opportunities to engage with the city's activities and facilities, making your student life unique and enriching. With a large student body of 42,000 students, you will find many opportunities to get involved in campus life and make the most of your time at the University of Ottawa.

The Master in Neuroscience at the University of Ottawa is a 2-year program that helps students develop theoretical knowledge and critical analysis skills. It prepares them for careers in teaching and research, both within and outside academia.

The curriculum includes courses on Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Systems Neuroscience, and Molecular Psychiatry. Students also learn about Neurotransmission and Neuromodulation, Developmental Neuroscience, and Computational Neuroscience, gaining hands-on experience in state-of-the-art research facilities.

Graduates can pursue careers as Neuroscientists, Research Coordinators, Science Editors, Academic Professors, or Clinical Research Managers. They can work in industries like neuroscience research, education, or healthcare, and with employers such as universities, hospitals, or research institutions.