Psychology Neuroscience

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Degree:

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Level:

  • Undergraduate

Program Options:

  • Major

Start term:

Fall and Winter

Duration:

3 or 4 years

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Faculty of Social Sciences

Academic Department:

Psychology

Why Study Psychology Neuroscience at Bishop’s?

This major provides a broad study of the core competencies of psychology from a scientific and research-focused perspective, and emphasizes critical thinking and analysis; experimental design and data analysis, and knowledge of historical theory and current research. The Neuroscience Concentration focuses on the physiological aspects of psychology and the brain-behaviour relationship by including courses in the physiological psychology, computer sciences, biology and biochemistry fields. The Neuroscience Concentration distinguishes itself from the other psychology concentrations due to the fact it is a bachelor of science, best suited for students interested in graduate school, medicine & psychology, or research-focused careers.

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After your Degree

Possible Careers for Students Graduating from the Psychology Neuroscience Program at Bishop’s

This program prepares you for a wide range of careers, including:

  • Academic Advisor
  • Career Advisor
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Advertising Agent
  • Audiologist
  • Behavior Management Specialist
  • Biostatistician
  • Case Worker
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Corrections Officer
  • Epidemiologist
  • Forensic Psychologist
  • Guidance Counselor
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • Industrial Organizational Psychologist
  • Journalist
  • Jury Trial Consultant
  • Lawyer
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Market Research and Consumer Insights Analyst
  • Marketing Researcher
  • Medical and Healthcare Manager
  • Medical Doctor
  • Neuropsychologist
  • Neuroimaging Technician
  • Occupational Analyst
  • Professional Development Specialist
  • Pharmaceutical Sales
  • Pharmacist
  • Physician’s Assistant
  • Professor
  • Program Manager
  • Psychotherapist
  • Psychoeducator
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Research Analyst
  • Research Scientist
  • Science Writer/Communicator
  • Sexologist
  • Social Policy and Innovation Analyst
  • Social Worker
  • Speech Language Pathologist
  • Technical Writer

Graduate Studies Options

What Graduate Programs Can I Pursue After My Degree?

Your undergraduate degree can open the door to a wide range of graduate and professional programs. While many students choose to continue in a related field, others pursue opportunities in different disciplines that build on the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained during their studies.

Master’s Programs

  • Psychology (all areas)
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Consulting Psychology
    • Counselling Psychology
    • Industrial/Organisational Psychology
    • Social Psychology
  • Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Drama Therapy
  • Audiology
  • Behavioral Neuroscience
  • Business Administration
  • Clinical PhD in Psychology
  • Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD)
  • Education
  • Guidance Counselling
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Individualized Master’s (at Bishop’s!)
  • Law
  • Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Marketing
  • Medicine
  • Naturopathy
  • Neurobiology
  • Neuroscience
  • Nursing
  • Physical or Occupational Therapy
  • Pharmacy
  • Psycho-education
  • Public Health
  • Public Relations
  • Sexology
  • Social Work
  • Speech Therapy Pathology
  • Quantitative and Computational Psychology
It is highly recommended to complete an Honors degree if applying to graduate school. Consult one of our Career and Employment Advisor.

Did you know?

Psychologists have helped to discover that athletic activities like dance and boxing can help reduce some symptoms of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s.

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