Undergraduate Program - Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science: BSc.NEUR
Honours collaborative program that includes departments of Biomedical Sciences (Ontario Veterinary College), Human Health and Nutritional Sciences (College of Biological Science), Molecular and Cellular Biology (College of Biological Science), and Psychology (College of Social and Applied Human Science).
This program provides an opportunity to develop advanced knowledge of nervous system structure and function, and the skills required for independent inquiry within neuroscience. The specialization is unique in its emphasis on integrative/interdisciplinary problem solving. Through the use of electives, students may structure a program that emphasizes molecular/cellular neuroscience, behavioural neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, neurophysiology and computational neuroscience.
The major prepares students for professional programs in health science (medical, physiotherapy, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, nursing), post-graduate work in neuroscience, and provides a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, public health, teaching, and scientific publishing & journalism.
The University of Guelph offers Bachelor of Science (Major & Minor) in Neuroscience (NEUR).
Students may enter the major in Semester 1, or any semester thereafter. A student wishing to declare the major may wish to consult with a Faculty Advisor.
Neuroscience (BSc) Major/Minor Calendar
Neuroscience (BSc) Major/Minor Website
BSc - Independent Study
To explore opportunities for independent study, further information can be found at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/psychology/page/bsc-independent-study
Undergraduate Honours Thesis in Psychology
Fourth-year Neuroscience students may wish to consider participating in the Undergraduate Honours Thesis in Psychology.
Course descriptions, application information and more can be found at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/psychology/page/undergraduate-honours-thesis
Faculty Advisors
Link to list of faculty undergraduate advisors for the BSc
Course Selection
Early registration is STRONGLY encouraged! Course selection opens up several months in advance of each semester (June for Fall, October for Winter). During course registration, you may find that a course you would like to register in is full. At times, a waiver can be granted to allow you to register.
If you wish to request a course waiver for a Psychology course or a Neuroscience course managed by Psychology, all requests are managed by Sharon Helder, Academic Advisor and Manager (not the course instructor).
Send an email to shelder@uoguelph.ca and be sure to include your student number and an explanation for your request. You will typically receive a response within 24-48 hours.