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Neuroscience

University of Alberta

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  • Applications open for admission, awards and residence

    2027 entry

    Admission, entrance awards and residence applications open on the same date.

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  • ApplyAlberta handles applications, but each institution publishes its own deadlines and fees
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ApplyAlberta publishes NO deadline dates at all on its public pages. Its How to Apply page describes the process only: verbatim, "Now you will 'Start a New Application' at the institution of your choice. You will be directed to the institution's application portal where you will apply and pay any application fees", and "All application fees are paid directly to the institution you are applying to. Each institution has its own unique application fees". Deadlines must be read from each of Alberta's 26 publicly-funded institutions.

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Requirements

Admission requirements

High-school prerequisites
  • English Language Arts 30-1
  • Mathematics 30-1
  • Present two from Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Math 31 or approved advanced Computing Science CTS, plus one other approved Grade 12 subject.
  • The Faculty of Science publishes a 70% minimum for this degree type. Admission remains competitive.
University of Alberta Faculty of Science 2027–28 viewbook
Application steps
  1. Step 1Check the admission requirements
    • Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
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  2. Step 2Apply through ApplyAlberta
    • Create your application and select this program.
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  3. Step 3Non-refundable undergraduate application fee
    • $150 for new applicants and $100 for current or former University of Alberta students. Some programs have a separate fee.
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  4. Step 4Final official school and postsecondary transcripts
    • Alberta records can transfer through ApplyAlberta with consent. Ontario high school applicants arrange direct submission from their school. Transfer applicants submit all required postsecondary records; university records already held by Alberta need not be resubmitted. Final official documents must come from the issuer or ministry.
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  5. Step 5Official AP or IB results, if you took those courses
    • Applicants with Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate coursework must request an official electronic result transcript in addition to their school or postsecondary records.
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  6. Step 6Apply to BSc with Major in Neuroscience.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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  7. Step 7The Faculty has separate internal programme change procedures for current students.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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Applicant pathways
University course registration

Students planning to register in courses for Neuroscience Major or Honors.

  • The faculty identifies Biology 30, Chemistry 30 and Physics 30 as Neuroscience course-registration prerequisites. The admission formula is published separately.
University of Alberta Faculty of Science registration prerequisites

Degree requirements

Credits and degree requirements
  • The 120-unit BSc includes 72 units in the Neuroscience Major.
ReferencesUniversity of Alberta 2026/27 Calendar · Bachelor of Science Neuroscience Subject AreaUniversity of Alberta Neuroscience Major programme planning worksheetUniversity of Alberta Neuroscience Institute degree pathways and direct entryUniversity of Alberta 2026/27 Calendar · Bachelor of Science (Major and Honors)

Program facts

Academic minimum70% minimum
University of Alberta Faculty of Science degree admission averages and intake

Courses

Programme planning requirements. The faculty worksheet does not assign these courses to fixed terms. Current Neuroscience Major foundation and degree requirements.

Published foundation courses5 listed
  • BIOL 107Introduction to Cell Biology

    Study cell structure, how cells use energy and reproduce, and how they store and express genetic information.

    UAlberta Catalogue · BIOL 107
  • CHEM 101Introductory University Chemistry I

    Study atoms, molecules, states of matter, and the chemistry of the elements.

    UAlberta Catalogue · CHEM 101
  • MATH 134Calculus for the Life Sciences I

    Study derivatives, integrals, and the fundamental theorem of calculus in the life sciences.

    UAlberta Catalogue · MATH 134
  • PHYS 124Particles and Waves

    Study motion and waves in an algebra-based physics course for students in life, environmental, and medical sciences.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PHYS 124
  • PHYS 126Fluids, Fields, and Radiation

    Build on introductory physics through fluid mechanics, gases, electric fields, circuits, and magnetism.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PHYS 126
University of Alberta Neuroscience Major programme planning worksheet
Selected required upper-level courses3 listed
  • NEURO 210Introduction to Clinical Neuroscience

    Explore clinical neuroscience through an interdisciplinary study of degenerative disorders of the brain.

    UAlberta Catalogue · NEURO 210
  • PHYSL 372Systems Neuroscience

    Study vertebrate nervous systems through development, movement control, and sensory processing.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PHYSL 372
  • PHYSL 210Human Physiology
University of Alberta Neuroscience Major programme planning worksheet
Major · Foundation core6 listed
  • BIOL 107Introduction to Cell Biology

    Study cell structure, how cells use energy and reproduce, and how they store and express genetic information.

    UAlberta Catalogue · BIOL 107
  • CHEM 101Introductory University Chemistry I

    Study atoms, molecules, states of matter, and the chemistry of the elements.

    UAlberta Catalogue · CHEM 101
  • MATH 134Calculus for the Life Sciences I

    Study derivatives, integrals, and the fundamental theorem of calculus in the life sciences.

    UAlberta Catalogue · MATH 134
  • PHYS 124Particles and Waves

    Study motion and waves in an algebra-based physics course for students in life, environmental, and medical sciences.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PHYS 124
  • PHYS 126Fluids, Fields, and Radiation

    Build on introductory physics through fluid mechanics, gases, electric fields, circuits, and magnetism.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PHYS 126
  • PSYCH 104Basic Psychological Processes

    Study how perception, motivation, learning, and thinking shape psychological functioning.

    UAlberta Catalogue · PSYCH 104
University of Alberta 2026/27 Calendar · Bachelor of Science Neuroscience Subject Area
Major · Foundation math or statistics choice2 listed

Choose one 3-unit course.

  • MATH 136Calculus for the Life Sciences II

    Apply integration, differential equations, and mathematical modelling to life science problems.

    UAlberta Catalogue · MATH 136
  • STAT 151Introduction to Applied Statistics I

    Study data collection, descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression.

    UAlberta Catalogue · STAT 151
University of Alberta 2026/27 Calendar · Bachelor of Science Neuroscience Subject Area

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