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Overview
Doctoral students will work alongside top researchers in state-of-the-art facilities in microscopy, histology, neurochemistry, behavioural analysis, electrophysiology and molecular genetic analysis.
Neuroscience PhD students at Carleton University will have the opportunity to develop research projects aimed at finding the answers to mental health diseases including addiction, depression, Parkinson’s disease, obesity, dementia and traumatic injury.
Capital Advantage
- Ottawa is home to numerous federal government departments and large research labs such as Health Canada, Environment Canada and the National Research Council, as well as major medical research facilities in hospitals. Many career opportunities are just down the road.
Programme Structure
Research
- Social neuroscience
- Association between the immune system, stress and psychiatric disorders
- Neuroendocrine regulation of eating and metabolism
- Sleep and health
- Effects of environmental toxins and vulnerability to mental disorders
- Brain development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
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PTE Academic 60
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Ottawa, Canada
Disciplines
Neuroscience View 16 other PhDs in Neuroscience in CanadaWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
86
PTE Academic 60
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Application form
- Statement of Intent (detailing your research interest)
- Resume
- References (applicants can submit up to three but should submit at least two; referees should be academic, not professional)
- Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are only required if an applicant receives an offer; transcripts from all post-secondary education institutions must be included)
- English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
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Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents6628 CAD / year≈ 6628 CAD / year
Living costs
Ottawa
Canada
1168 - 1925 CAD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Neuroscience.
Available Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
16000 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
Entrance Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
International Peace Scholarship Fund
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
50000 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 CAD
Deadline
18 Nov 2026
Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Monthly Scholarship Series
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Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States Academic Scholarships Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Nov 2026
Nora's Nursery Scholarship Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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