PNDA Guidebook 2013

Psychology & Neuroscience Departmental Association (PNDA)

Guidebook

2013-2014

Manal Masud

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Welcome Message from the Team

Hello! Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year! We at the PNDA decided it was time

to develop a comprehensive resource for students that would allow you to gain

insight into courses, information on professors, and opportunities to get involved

both on and off of campus. If you need anything, have any concerns or questions,

please feel free to contact us. We are here to help!

The Psychology, Neuroscience, and Mental Health studies programs have

blossomed into an intellectual force. Both in part to the hard working, intelligent

students, and the world class faculty that we have the honour and privilege of

learning from. The PNDA is here to enhance your experience at the University of

Toronto, whether it be to help connect you with professors, provide you with course

information, and find volunteer opportunities. We want you to get involved, and to

gain as much diversity in your experiences as you can.

The PNDA has a large list of events, some of which include; lab tours,

professor mix n' mingle, PNDA day, graduate school seminars and info sessions,

mock GRE's, etc. Be sure to come on out to these events and continue to expand your

area of interests and enhance your university journey!

If you want to get involved, we're always looking for more volunteers for

community outreach, and our extremely successful Brain Day program. Come on

out, we look forward to working with you all!

Andrew

President 2013-2014

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Who are we?

Executive Name Program + Year

Message

President Andrew Dolan

Neuroscience Specialist, Human Biology Major - 4th year

Get involved, soak up knowledge, and work smart throughout your university career!

Vice President Academics

Harindra Rajasekeran

Double Major: Neuroscience and Biology - 4th Year

University can be a daunting experience but if you make use of the various resources available on campus (i.e the PNDA!) you will be sure to succeed!

Vice President Operations

Jananie Manoharan

Double Major: Psychology and Human Biology -4th Year

Your undergraduate years will fly by in the blink of an eye, so make the most of every minute and dont get too caught up in the nitty, gritty details.

Vice President Operations

Lindsay Raoufi

Double Major: Neuroscience and Psychology - 2nd year

Appreciate both the stresses and opportunities that are presented to you during your university years and view things through a positive lens since this will shape your future experiences

Administrative Director

Soni Prasad Double Major: Neuroscience and Human Biology - 3rd Year

University is the initial stepping stone towards unlimited possibilities in your academic career. With hard work and perseverance, anything you aspire to become is within your realm of possibility.

Communications Director

Ramanja Pakirathan

Human Biology Specialist - 2nd Year

Without struggle, there is no progress. Dont give up too quickly, there is a whole new world waiting for you!

Marketing Director

Jacqueline Kan

Campus Relations Director

Amanda Brijmohan

Neuroscience and Psychology -5th Year

Make the most of your time here at UTSC. This period in your life only comes once, so work hard, make connections,

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and dont forget to have Graduate

Opportunities Director

Nadeem Dhirani

Double Major: Neuroscience and Psychology, Minor: Biology - 4th year

Dont stress, have people in your life who care, and work smart.

Treasurer Dion Paul Double Major: Neuroscience and Biology - 4th Yea

Work hard, be efficient and most importantly, remember to meet new people and have fun!

Senior Year Representative

Ary Maharaj Double Major: Neuroscience and Psychology - 3rd Year

The key to a successful university experience is balance: studying, volunteering, rest, and fun!

Senior Year Representative

Haaris Gilani Double Major Psychology and Human Biology

Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.

Second Year Representative

Tharani Sathasivam

Double Major: Neuroscience and Psychology- 2nd Year

Throw yourself into your environment and welcome everything positively. Go out, talk to new people, try new things and make smart choices!

Second Year Representative

Kamer Ali

Ops Coordinator

Alita Fernandez

Mental Health Specialist (Co-op) - 2nd Year

Strive to make yourself a well-rounded person. Make your academia experience more enjoyable by spending time each day to develop four areas of life-physical, spiritual, intellectual and social.

Ops Coordinator

Ashley Acoba

Neuroscience and French - 3rd Yea

Dont be afraid to start something new at UTSC. Could be something big one day!

Ops Coordinator

Tharshika Thangarasa

Neuroscience Specialist - 3rd year

University is so much more than books and exams. Remember to use your years here as an opportunity to grow as a person and discover yourself!

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Resources that Accompany this Guidebook

Please check the resources offered by the Department of Psychology available at

http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~psych/undergraduates.html. This includes

handbooks to the Psychology and Mental Health Studies programs, as well as the

Neuroscience program. It also offers neat links, scholarships, thesis forms, and job

opportunities!

Department of Psychology Faculty

Name Office Email Title/Role

Bagby, Michael SY 122 [email protected] Professor

Bassili, John SW427H [email protected] Professor

Bors, Douglas SW 638 [email protected] Senior Lecturer

Cant, Jonathan SW427E [email protected] Assistant Professor

Cree, George SW559 [email protected] Associate Professor

Cupchik, Gerald SW634 [email protected] Professor

Dion, Karen SW538A [email protected] Professor

Erb, Suzanne SW628A [email protected] Associate Professor

Fournier, Marc SW418 [email protected] Associate Professor

Haley, David SY144 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Inzlicht, Michael SY168 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Ito, Rutsuko SW625 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Joordens, Steve SW560 [email protected] Professor

Kennedy, John SW637 [email protected] Professor

LeBoutillier, Janelle

SW557 [email protected] Senior Lecturer

Lee, Andy SW521 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Niemeier, SW572 [email protected] Associate

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Matthias Professor

Nussbaum, David SW414 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Page-Gould, Elizabeth

SW572 [email protected]

Assistant Professor

Petit, Ted SW557 [email protected] Professor

Ruocco, Anthony SW513 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Schmuckler, Mark SW515 [email protected] Professor

Smyth, Ron SW427G [email protected] Associate Professor

Tran, Sisi SY141 [email protected] Lecturer

Uliaszek, Amanda SW550 [email protected] Assistant Professor

Zakzanis, Konstantine

SY143 [email protected] Associate Professor

Department of Psychology Staff

Name Phone Office Email Role/title

Ali, Maryam

(416) 827-7400

SW427B [email protected] Assistant to the Chair

Dhir, Nina

(416) 208-2674

SW427F [email protected] Adminstrative

Domloge, Hanan

(416) 208-4867

SW427D [email protected] Course Support & Program Advisor

Kiru, Krystyna

(416) 287-7396

SW427C [email protected] Financial Officer

Luza, Gloria

(416) 287-7401

SW420B [email protected] Clerical Assistant

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Map of the Department of Psychology-Offices

Most of the offices for the undergraduate faculty of psychology are located on the

fifth floor of the science wing and the first floor of the science research building. The

maps below show these offices, including the room number and the name of the

faculty member. Note that the maps below only show rooms used as offices for the

undergraduate faculty of psychology. A larger version of the maps can be obtained

at http://i46.tinypic.com/24nl30j.jpg and http://i48.tinypic.com/1fy8ic.jpg .

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Programs in the Department of Psychology

Program Type Coop

Neuroscience Specialist Yes Major No

Psychology Specialist Yes

Major No Minor No

Mental Health Studies Specialist Yes

Major No

Course Syllabi

Please note: These are based off of past classes. The mark breakdown and professors

of the classes may change up until you receive your syllabus.

PSYA01 - Introduction to Psychology I - Dr. Joordens

Digital Labcoat Questionnaire - 2%

Digital Labcoat Activity 7%

myTuner Activity x4 2% first, 8% final three

PeerScholar - 12%

Experimental Participation 3%

Final Exam 50%

Wikipedia - Bonus - 3%

PSYA02 - Introduction to Psychology II - Dr. Joordens

Digital Labcoat Questionnaire - 2%

Digital Labcoat Activity 7%

myTuner Activity x4 2% first, 8% final three

PeerScholar - 12%

Experimental Participation 3%

Final Exam 50%

Wikipedia - Bonus - 3%

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PSYB01 - Psychology Research Laboratory - Dr. Nussbaum

Term Assignment - 20%

Tests x2 - 40% each

PSYB07 - Data Analysis in Psychology - Dr. Bors

Quizzes and Assignments - 10%

Mid-Term - 40%

Final - 50%

PSYB10 - Social Psychology - Dr. Page-Gould

Mid-Term - 45%

Final - 55%

PSYB20 - Introduction to Developmental Psychology - Dr. Schmuckler

Mid-term x2 - 33.33% each

Final - 33.33%

PSYB30 - Personality Psychology - Dr. Fournier

Mid-term - 50%

Final - 50%

PSYB32 - Abnormal Psychology - Dr. Zakzanis

Mid-Term 1 - 40%

Mid-Term 2 - 30%

Final - 30%

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PSYB45 - Behaviour Modification - Professor Campbell

Mid-Term 1 - 50%

Final - 50%

PSYB51 - Sensation and Perception - Dr. Niemeier

Mid-Term x2 - 30% each

Final - 40%

PSYB57 - Memory and Cognition- Dr. Cree

Mid-Term - 40%

Final - 60%

PSYB64 - Physiological Psychology - Dr. LeBoutillier

Quiz - 10%

Mid-term - 35%

Final - 55%

PSYB65 - Human Brain and Behaviour - Dr. Petit

Mid-Term - 40%

Final - 60%

NROB60 - Neuroanatomy Laboratory - Dr. LeBoutillier

Mid-Term Bell Ringer - 15%

o 10 stations

Mid-term - 20%

Final Bell Ringer - 30%

o 20 stations

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Final - 35%

NROC34 - Neuroethology - Dr. Mason

Mid-Term - 35%

Final Exam - 50%

Article reflection - 15%

NROC61 - Learning and Motivation - Dr. Ito

Mid-Term - 25%

Final Exam - 40%

Tutorial - 35%

o Abstract List - 10%

o Class Presentation - 6%

o Research Proposal - 15%

o Class Participation - 4%

NROC63 - Neuroscience Laboratory - Dr. LeBoutillier and Dr. Petit

Summaries - 30%

o Cell Density Lab

o Detailed Behavioural Procedures

o Literature Review

Final Exam - 25%

Seminar and Laboratory performance - 15%

Final Research Paper - 30%

NROC64 - Sensory and Motor Systems - Dr. Niemeier

Quizzes - 5%

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Final Exam - 35%

NROC69 - Synaptic Organization of the Brain - Dr. Ito


Final - 50%

NROC90 - Supervised Study in Neuroscience - Students Supervisor

Supervisors Mark - 100%

NROC93 - Supervised Study in Neuroscience - Students Supervisor


PSYC04 - Brain Imaging Laboratory - Dr. Lee, Dr. Niemeier, and Dr. Ruocco

Quizzes - 20%

Participation and Attendance - 20%

Assignments - 60%

PSYC08 - Advanced Data Analysis - Dr. Bors

Quizzes and Assignments - 10%

Mid-Term - 30%

Final - 60%

PSYC11 - Social Psychology Laboratory Dr. Dion

Lab-based Papers x2 - 33.33% each

Final - 33.33%

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PSYC12 - The Psychology of Prejudice - Dr. Inzlicht

Mid-term - 40%

Final - 60%

PSYC14 - Cross-Cultural Social Psychology - Dr. Tran

Exams x3 - 33.33% each

PSYC18 - Psychology of Emotion - Dr. Cupchik

Midterm - 50%

Final - 50%

PSYC21 - Advanced Development: Social Development - Dr. Haley

Mini-lab reports x5 - 20% (5% each of best 4)

Mid-Term 30%

Final - 50%

Extra Credit - 2%

PSYC31 - Clinical Neuropsychology - Dr. Zakzanis

Midterm x2 - 30% each

Final - 40%

PSYC32 - Clinical Neuropsychology Laboratory - Dr. Zakzanis

Midterm x2 - 20% each

Final - 30%

Lab Take-home Test - 5%

Presentation - 5%

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Final Lab Exam - 20%

PSYC35 - Advanced Personality Psychology - Dr. Fournier

Mid-term - 50%

Final - 50%

PSYC36 - Psychotherapy - Dr. Uliaszek

Mid-term - 50%

Final - 50%

PSYC37 - Psychological Assessment - Dr. Ruocco

Participation - 5%

Assignment - 20%

Mid-Term - 35%

Final - 40%

PSYC55 - Cognitive Neuroscience - Dr. Lee


Final Exam - 30%

Critical Analysis paper x2 - 15% each

PSYC62 - Drugs and the Brain - Dr. Erb

Midterm - 45%

Final - 55%

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PSYC85 - History of Psychology - Dr. Cupchik

Mid-Term - 33.33%

Final - 33.33%

Term Paper - 33.33%

PSYC90 - Supervised Study in Psychology - Students Supervisor


PSYC93 - Supervised Study in Psychology - Students Supervisor


PSYD11 - Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships - Dr. Tran

Class Participation - 9%

Reaction Papers x8 - 4.25% each (total of 34%)

Guided Discussion - 28.5%

Final Proposal - 28.5%

PSYD16 - Critical Analysis in Social Psychology - Dr. Cupchik

Midterm - 33.33%

Final - 33.33%

Term Paper - 33.33%

PSYD18 - Psychology of Gender - Dr. Dion

Mid-Term - 35%

Seminar - 25%

Paper - 25%

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Seminar Presentation - 15%

PSYD22 - Socialization Process - Dr. Dion

Mid-Term - 35%

Seminar - 25%

Paper - 25%

Seminar presentation - 15%

PSYD30 - Current Topics in Personality Psychology - Dr. Fournier

Individual Participation - 20%

Group Presentation - 30%

Midterm Paper - 20%

Final Paper - 30%

PSYD32 - Personality Disorders - Dr. Ruocco

Literature Search Results - 10%

Group Presentation of Literature Review - 20%

Outline of Research Paper - 10%


Final Paper - 50%

PSYD33 - Current Topics in Abnormal Psychology - Dr. Zakzanis

Proposal - 10%

Presentation - 20%

Critical Paper Review - 50%

Participation - 10%

Exam - 10%

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PSYD35 - Clinical Psychopharmacology - Dr. Nussbaum

Quizzes x4 - 25% each

PSYD50 - Current Topics in Memory and Cognition - Dr. Cree

Notes - 5%

Position Papers - 20%


Presentations - 10%

Evaluation of Presentations - 10%

2500 word Term Paper - 45%

PSYD98 - Thesis in Psychology - Dr. Erb

Supervisor Mark - 60%

Second Thesis Reader - 15%

Course Instructor - 25%

NROD66 - Drug Addiction - Dr. Erb

Mid-Term - 20%

Seminar - 20%

Thought Papers x2 - 10% each


Research Proposal - 30%

NROD67 - Psychobiology of Aging - Dr. LeBoutillier

Leading In-Class Assigned Readings - 25%

Short Response Papers - 15%


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Proposal - 10%

Final Paper - 30%

NROD98 - Thesis in Neuroscience - Dr. Erb

Supervisor Mark - 60%

Second Thesis Reader - 15%

Course Instructor - 25%

Research Experience

There are several ways undergraduates, particularly those planning to attend

graduate school, can earn laboratory research experience. The most common ways

are through independent study or volunteering. Although you can wait to take

supervised study courses, your best bet is to start volunteering or doing a work-

study in second year. Here are some steps to help you succeed in getting into a lab.

1. Check out the faculty lists to see what research field you are interested in.

http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~psych/faculty.shtml (Department of Psych)

http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~biosci/faculty.html (Department of Biology)

2. Set up appointments to meet with the professors you have selected. Express

your interest in their lab and explain why you would like to join. Dont just

ask if they have room without showing that you know what youre getting

involved in.

3. Apply between 2-4 weeks before the summer and fall semesters. Very few

professors accept students beginning in the winter semester. If there is a lab

manager, email them in regards to joining the lab. If not, email the professor.

Likewise, if there is a volunteer forum or application on the professors

website, be sure to fill that out and send it along with your email.

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4. When applying, include an unofficial transcript. This can be a screenshot of

your ROSI Academic History, or a list of the courses youve taken (course

codes, names, and marks in both GPA and numeric format). Since first and

second years tend to have very little applicable experience, most professors

rely on cGPA.

5. When going to the interview, look up some of their research papers in case

they ask you anything about them. You dont need to know specifics, but

know general ideas. You can look up papers at

http://simplelink.library.utoronto.ca/url.cfm/54558. If you arent interested

in their research, they probably arent the right professor for you!

If you are thinking about pursuing graduate school, it is imperative to include

academic reference letters. Get to know your professors and let them get to know

you. This is a process and requires time to build that professional rapport. Just

volunteering in their lab doesnt mean they will get to know you. Take initiative; ask

for more work on top of your typical volunteering. This will show youre a standout

student and will help facilitate the bond between you and your professor. If you are

having a difficult time getting along with your professor, it would be wise to finish

your time commitment and respectfully decline to be involved further. The

professors within the Department do talk to each other, so you want to be

mentioned in good light only.

Work Study

Another way to become involved in a lab is to become a Work-Study student. This is

a great way to gain research experience as well as earning a small amount of change

throughout the year. The rate of pay is $10.25/hr. +4% vacation pay up to a

maximum of 90 hours per semester and 12 hours per week. Work Study positions

will become available at the beginning of the Fall and Summer semesters.

In order to view these positions, please visit

https://www.careers.utoronto.ca/st/welcome.aspx?tr=

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Once logged into the Career Center online, on the left hand side, please select

Search Work Opportunities. If you select the Advance Search Options, you will

be able to select Work Study positions, as well as your general field and

location. Click Search and you will see all positions fitting your description.

More information on Work Study can be found at

http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/aaccweb/index.php/employment/building-

experience/97-work-study-program.

Supervised Study and Thesis Projects

Supervised Study and Thesis Project forms can be found at

http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~psych/undergraduates.html.

Generally, the purpose of a Supervised Study and Thesis project is to give you

tangible experimental research experience. While most studies dont lead to

publications, it is possible to produce a project that is published. Please note that

Supervised Studies are a year long, but are worth 0.5 credits. Since it is only 0.5

credits, it will cost the same as any other 0.5 credit course. The thesis projects are

1.0 credit and finish with a poster presentation.

Research Scholarships/Awards NSERC Awards

NSERC awards will be posted on the intranet around January. These awards are

completely GPA based and require an NSERC-eligible supervisor. The general pay is

$5600 for full-time research over 16 weeks in the summer. Again, details will be

posted on the intranet sometime in January.

University of Toronto Excellent Awards (UTEAs)

UTEAs are very similar to the NSERC awards, except U of T covers most of the costs,

not the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada.

Summer Scholarships

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Some hospitals and industries offer summer awards of varying commitment lengths

and values. These are generally extremely competitive, but are also extremely

rewarding and very prestigious. PNDA will compile a list of these opportunities

beginning in January for you to look at.

Other Awards and Scholarships

Budding Scholars

While the Budding Scholars award offers no monetary value, it is a great initiative

that offers many opportunities throughout the rest of your undergraduate career at

UTSC. The award is offered to the top 2% of PSYA01 / PSYA02 classes. Immediately

following the receipt of the Budding Scholar award, you will be given the

opportunity to volunteer in Dr. Fourniers lab during the summer. Youll also

receive other opportunities that are restricted to Budding Scholars.

For more information about scholarships and awards, visit

http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~registrar/financial_aid/scholarship

External Organizations to Get Involved with:

Name Contact

Across Boundaries : An Ethnoracial Mental Health Centre

416-787-3007 [email protected] http://www.acrossboundaries.ca/

Canadian Association for Neuroscience

http://www.can-acn.org/

Canadian Psychology Association

613-237-2144 or Toll free (in Canada): 1-888-472-0657 [email protected] http://www.cpa.ca

Centre for Addiction & Mental Health (CAMH)

CAMH Main switchboard:416-535-8501 [email protected]. http://www.camh.ca

Epilepsy Toronto 416-964-9095 [email protected] www.epilepsytoronto.org

Healthy Minds Canada 416-351-7757 [email protected] http://healthymindscanada.ca

University Health http://www.uhn.ca/applications/iNews/default.aspx

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Network

Graduate Programs in Psychology

Field Degree Universities Requirements Other

Clinical Psychology

M.A. PhD

Ryerson, Lakehead, York, Guelph, Simon Fraser, U of T, University of

British Columbia (UBC)

Bachelors Degre of Science or Arts

Minimum B+/A- average Strong background in psychology and some

statistics

Training professional psychologist in assessing, treating, and preventing mental disorders

Clinical Psychology

M.Sc. PhD

Queens, Western Ontario, Victoria

Honours Bachelors Degree in Psychology Minimum B + (or 78%

avg) GRE required

Research experience an asset

Emphasizing a scientist-practitioner approach, with research and theoretical approaches as the focus in a clinical environment

Cognitive Psychology

PhD Waterloo, Western

Ontario, Victoria

Honours Bachelors Degree in Psychology

Minimum B (or 75%avg) GRE required

A research heavy program, based on how people perceive and use information. Studies on problem solving, reading, awareness, memory, and attention are common

Counseling Psychology

M.Ed PhD

UBC, Victoria, Western

Ontario, U of T


Minimum B+ (or 78%) avg. in the last two years 1 year relevant paid or volunteer experience

Developing the skills and understanding to work as professional counselors in community agencies and public institutions

Developmental Psychology

M.Sc. M.A.

U of T, Western Ontario, Queens,

Honours Bachelors Degree in Psychology or

Studying psychological,

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PhD Waterloo, UBC field related to healthcare

Minimum A- GRE required

emotional, and perceptual changes leading to careers in university and community college teaching as well as research

Industrial and

Organizational Psychology

M.A PhD

Waterloo, Guelph, Western

Ontario


with Thesis Component Strong emphasis on

research and statistics Minimum A-

GRE required

Applying psychological principles to the working environment, often involving advising employers on matters such as employee training, selection, and behaviour. Publications in scientific and business journals common

Social/Personality

Psychology

M.Sc. M.A

Western Ontario, Wilfred Laurier, Queens, Waterloo, York,

UTSC


Honours thesis is encouraged

Relevant volunteer and work experience an

asset Minimum A- , with focus

on last two years GRE required

The behaviour and attitudes of individuals and groups in a social context is examined, with emphasis on areas such as relationships, prejudice, social justice, social cognition, motivation, and personal perception Students will learn how to develop their own programs of research and presenting work.

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Behavioural Neuroscience

M.Sc. M.A. PhD

UBC, Wilfred Laurier,

Carleton,

Honours Bachelors Degree in Psychology and/or Neuroscience GRE recommended

Minimum B + within the last two years of study Thesis and lab work an

asset

A research intensive program that focuses on specialties in areas such as memory, drug usage, aging, and eating disorders, and examines on both a biological and social perspective

Cognitive and Behavioural

Neuroscience

M.Sc. PhD

Waterloo, Western Ontario, Windsor,

Wilfred Laurier

Honours Bachelors Degree in Psychology and/or Neuroscience GRE recommended

Minimum B + within the last two years of study Research experience and written thesis a

strong asset

Covering a variety of disciplines, with an overall theme of examining the biological basis of behaviour and cognitive function. Extensive research into areas such as animal cognition, neuroendocrinology, autism, and psycholinguistics, working closely with professors

General Neuroscience

General Neuroscience

Continues

M.Sc. PhD

UBC, Guelph, Western

Ontario, U of T, UTSC, Carleton,

Ottawa

Commonly, process involves applying

directly to Masters of Science programs in

other faculties (Biological Sciences or

Psychology) and once in program applying to

Neuroscience specialty Honours Bachelors

Degree Minimum A within the

last two years of undergraduate study

Thesis work and strong background in Biology

and Psychology an asset

Collaborative programs that will allow for students to implement a variety of disciplines and leads to eventual specialization. Integrative biology, Psychology, Computer Science, and Pharmacology are some of the disciplines involved

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Career Option Resources

Psychology

Following a BA or BSc degree in psychology, some people choose to not pursue

psychology. If you choose not to, many of the abilities and skills that you obtained

as a psychology student can be used in careers that are not directly related to

psychology.

If you do pursue psychology-based careers, there are three general paths a student

can pursue.

o Psychology as a career: A bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) is the first step

on the road to graduate-level training to become a psychologist. To call

yourself a psychologist, you must complete at least a Master's degree and

normally a PhD in psychology. This applies both to research careers (e.g.,

university professor) and becoming a practicing psychologist. There are

several areas of specialization for those who wish to pursue post-graduate

training at the master's or doctoral level; within each area, one may choose

sub-specialties in which to teach, conduct research, be a practitioner, or

some combination of these three activities.

o Careers open to Graduates with a B.A. or a B.Sc. and in which

psychology is relevant: Both the skills and knowledge acquired through

the baccalaureate programs provide preparation for a variety of career

fields, including but not limited to personnel, labour relations, social

services, technical writing, corrections, probation, parole, marketing and

public relations, gerontology, health services, fundraising and mental

health. A bachelor's degree in psychology often serves as a valuable

preliminary step to other professional careers such as medicine, law,

management, social work, and education.

o Careers built on psychology skills and knowledge: Psychology

graduates also sometimes pursue careers in, for example, law, journalism

and business. This often requires further study.

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o For specific career options with a degree in psychology and further

information try these links:

http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/aaccweb/images/stories/programtipsheet/ps

ychology.pdf

http://www.cpa.ca/students/career/careersinpsychology/#

Neuroscience

The knowledge gained as a result of studying neuroscience at the undergraduate

level can be applied in research, testing and quality control laboratories in academic,

medical and industrial environments. Neuroscience can provide the foundation to

pursue a career in medicine, dentistry, pharmacology, biotechnology, psychology,

biology, behavioural genetics and related fields. Likewise, you can take your

background into other fields such as law, journalism, and public policy.

The list of possible careers found in the links below represents only a subset of the

career options that might be available to you:

http://joomla.utsc.utoronto.ca/aaccweb/images/stories/programtipsheet/neurosci

ence.pdf

http://www.utdallas.edu/~kilgard/neuroscience_careers.htm

Mental Health Studies

There is a wide range of careers in community mental health including both service

providers and operational personnel. There are no standard job classifications with

the community mental health sector. Mental health organizations may use different

job titles for similar positions or use a general job title such as 'mental health

worker'. Service providers are directly involved with providing mental health

services to clients. Community mental health services can be provided in a variety of

settings such as primary health care settings, the agency's office, the client's home,

workplace or in public settings like a coffee shop.

For further information on careers with a mental health degree please look here.

Welcome Message from the TeamResources that Accompany this GuidebookDepartment of Psychology FacultyDepartment of Psychology StaffPrograms in the Department of PsychologyCourse SyllabiResearch ExperienceWork StudySupervised Study and Thesis ProjectsResearch Scholarships/AwardsExternal Organizations to Get Involved with:Graduate Programs in PsychologyCareer Option Resources

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