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Prerequisite: MUSIC 630.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 630.
Prerequisite: consent of Department, based upon audition.
Prerequisite: consent of Department, based upon audition.
Concert Choir or Madrigal Singers. Prerequisite: consent of Department, based upon audition.
Concert Choir or Madrigal Singers. Prerequisite: consent of Department, based upon audition.
Wind Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, or Guitar Ensemble. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition.
Wind Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, or Guitar Ensemble. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 445 or equivalent, or consent of the Department. Variable topic course which may be repeated 5 times when content varies
The coaching and staging of opera literature. Prerequisite: consent of Department, based on audition.
The coaching and staging of opera literature. Prerequisite: consent of Department, based on audition.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 660.
MUSIC 670 is a proseminar that provides an overview of the history, issues, and methodologies in Popular Music Studies and its related fields.
An advanced study of the repertoire of music written for the piano and its predecessors. Prerequisite: consent of Department.
An advanced study of the repertoire of music written for the piano. Prerequisite: consent of Department.
Performance and coaching experience in a range of 20thcentury and contemporary repertoires. Prerequisite: consent of the Department based on audition.
Performance and coaching experience in a range of 20thcentury and contemporary repertoires. Prerequisite: consent of the Department based on audition.
Improvised, experimental music explored through creative exercises, group instruction and performance. No formal training is required. Prerequisite: consent of the Department.
Improvised, experimental music explored through creative exercises, group instruction and performance. No formal training is required. Prerequisite: consent of the Department.
Twenty-six hours of lessons over two terms, plus one hour of repertoire class per week.
Twenty-six hours of lessons over two terms, plus one hour of repertoire class per week.
Prerequisite: consent of Department.
Prerequisite: consent of Department.
Prerequisite: consent of Department.
Prerequisite: consent of Department.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 730.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIC 738A - Choral Conducting
Twenty-six one hour applied lessons over two terms, plus attendance at weekly repertoire class. Restricted to DMus (all routes) students. Prerequisite: MUSIC 730.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 730.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIC 738B - Choral Conducting
Twenty-six one hour applied lessons over two terms, plus attendance at weekly repertoire class. Restricted to DMus (all routes) students. Prerequisite: MUSIC 730.
Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Concert Choir or Madrigal Singers. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Concert Choir or Madrigal Singers. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Wind Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, or Guitar Ensemble. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Wind Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, or Guitar Ensemble. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
The coaching and staging of opera literature. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
The coaching and staging of opera literature. Prerequisite: consent of Department based upon audition. Restricted to Doctor of Music students.
Restricted to DMus Composition students.
Restricted to DMus Composition students.
Prerequisite: MUSIC 760. Restricted to DMus Composition students.
This is a pass/fail course.
This is a pass/fail course.
This is a pass/fail course.
L'étude de la notation musicale et des rudiments de la musique. Introduction à la lecture élémentaire. Note: Les étudiants en BMus ne peuvent pas suivre ce cours. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 100.
Une approche pratique à l'acquisition et au développement de compétences musicales fondamentales pouvant servir d'appui à l'enseignement élémentaire, entre autres dans le domaine de la littératie. Aucune expérience musicale préalable n'est requise.
Leçons de chant individuelles pour les étudiants non inscrits au BMus. Préalable(s): l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 124.
Cours de chant choral incluant une participation à la Chorale Saint-Jean. Préalable: l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note(s): (1) Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 140.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 140A - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable: approbation du professeur après audition. Note(s): (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 140.
Cours de chant choral incluant une participation à la Chorale Saint-Jean. Préalable: l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note(s): (1) Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 140.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 140B - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable: approbation du professeur après audition. Note(s): (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 140.
Une étude de la littérature musicale en insistant sur l'audition et les moyens analytiques. Un bref survol historique de la musique occidentale. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 101 ou MUSIQ 101.
L'étude des principes de base de la théorie et de l'écriture musicale à travers des exercices de solfège, d'analyse et d'écriture. Principes de l'enchainement des accords, de la conduite des voix, de l'écriture mélodique et du contrepoint à 2 voix. Structures des phrases et thèmes. Introduction au piano. Préalable(s): MUSIQ 100 ou MUSIC 100 ou l'équivalent vérifiable par un test de classement. Note(s): (1) les étudiants qui possèdent une formation musicale élémentaire peuvent suivre MUSIQ 100 et MUSIQ 210 en même temps avec la permission expresse du professeur. (2) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIQ 151, 155 ou MUSIC 151 et 155.
Approfondissement et application des concepts appris en MUSIQ 210 à l'harmonie plus complexe et aux genres populaires. Harmonisation de mélodies simples au piano. Les petites formes. Préalable: MUSIQ 210. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIQ 151, 155 ou MUSIC 151 et 155.
Panorama de l'histoire et des littératures musicales du Canada à travers une sélection de thèmes et de genres. Préalable: un cours MUSIQ/MUSIC de niveau 100 ou la permission du professeur. Ce cours n'est pas ouvert aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 215 ou MUSIC 314.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 215 - La musique populaire francophone au Canada
Panorama de la musique populaire au Canada, explorant d'abord le renouveau du folklore québécois à l'époque de La Bolduc, puis l'influence des chansonniers et des grandes vedettes qui ont marqué à la fois l'industrie musicale et le paysage politique canadiens. Le cours inclut également un aperçu de la scène musicale contemporaine au sein des communautés francophones minoritaires et examine comment l'intégration de cultures diverses a eu un impact sur la musique francophone au Canada et a ouvert la voie à de nouveaux genres, tels que le rap et le R&B.
Leçons de chant individuelles pour les étudiants non inscrits au BMus. Préalable(s): MUSIQ 124 ou l'équivalent et l'approbation du professeur. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 224.
Cours de chant choral. Préalable(s): l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note : Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 240.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 240A - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable (s): MUSIQ 140 et approbation du professeur après audition. Notes: (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 240.
Cours de chant choral. Préalable(s): l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note : Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 240.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 240B - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable (s): MUSIQ 140 et approbation du professeur après audition. Notes: (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 240.
Exercices pour améliorer la voix, la diction et l'articulation relatives à l'interprétation théâtrale et à la production vocale. Initiation aux techniques de base de la communication orale et à l'interprétation de diverses formes littéraires, dramatiques et musicales. Développement de l'expression du langage parlé et chanté. Note: ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour ADRAM 247.
Choix de thématiques explorant la musique en tant que phénomène socio-culturel et pratique sociale. Les mécanismes sociaux qui entourent la production musicale, les phénomènes de genres, de styles et d'identité. Préalable : un cours de MUSIQ/MUSIC de niveau 100 ou la permission du professeur. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant des crédits pour SCSOC 301.
Étude analytique des grandes formes musicales classiques, telles la sonate, la symphonie et les oeuvres chorales. Projet personnel d'écriture ou d'analyse ou d'histoire selon les intérêts individuels. Préalable : MUSIQ 211. Note : ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulants des crédits pour MUSIQ/MUSIC 156.
Préalable(s): MUSIQ 210 et 211 (ou MUSIQ 151 et 156), ou l'équivalent.
Exploration de la voix parlée et de la voix chantée. Éléments théoriques (physiologie et acoustique vocale) et pratiques (exercices d'élocution, exposé oral, lecture à voix haute, chant) de la production vocale. Le projet final prendra la forme d'une présentation orale pouvant inclure chant, poésie, lecture, exposé ou improvisation et mettra l'accent sur la production vocale. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant suivi ADRAM 350. Préalables: 3 crédits en MUSIQ X24, MUSIQ X40 ou ADRAM, ou l'équivalent avec approbation du professeur.
Leçons de chant individuelles pour les étudiants non inscrits au BMus. Préalable(s) : MUSIQ 224 ou l'équivalent et l'approbation du professeur. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 424.
Cours de chant choral. Préalable(s): l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note : Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 440.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 440A - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable(s): MUSIQ 240 et approbation du professeur après audition. Notes: (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 440.
Cours de chant choral. Préalable(s): l'approbation du professeur après audition. Note : Un demi-cours qui s'étale sur les deux semestres. Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 440.
Starting: 2025-09-01 MUSIQ 440B - Ensemble choral
Cours de chant choral au sein de la Chorale Saint- Jean, la plus grande chorale francophone de l'Ouest canadien. Ce cours offre une immersion complète dans cet ensemble vocal de renom, incluant la participation active aux répétitions, aux concerts et aux sessions d'enregistrement. Préalable(s): MUSIQ 240 et approbation du professeur après audition. Notes: (1) Ce cours de 3 crédits commence en automne et s'étale sur les deux semestres. (2) Ce cours peut être suivi en surcharge en consultation avec le conseiller académique. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 440.
Exploration de la voix parlée et de la voix chantée. Production vocale par le biais de présentations orales, chants, poésies, exposés ou improvisations. Éléments théoriques (physiologie et acoustique vocale) et pratiques (exercices d'élocution, exposé oral, lecture à voix haute, chant) de la production vocale. Préalable(s): 3 crédits en MUSIQ ou ADRAM (ou l'équivalent). Note: ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour ADRAM 451.
Étude avancée d'un sujet au choix en musique. Le contenu peut varier d'une année à l'autre selon les intérêts de l'étudiant et du professeur. Préalable(s): 3 crédits en MUSIQ et l'approbation du professeur de musique.
Leçons de chant individuelles pour les étudiants non inscrits au BMus. Préalable(s) : MUSIQ 424 ou l'équivalent et l'approbation du professeur. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour MUSIC 524.
An interdisciplinary course designed to introduce students to the field of clinical neuroscience. Students will learn the main features of degenerative brain diseases (such as Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis), developmental disorders of the brain (such as autism), psychiatric disorders (depression, schizophrenia and obsessive compulsive disorder), and brain injury (trauma, stroke and spinal cord injury). Key concepts attempting to explain these disorders in terms of underlying genetic, cellular and cognitive mechanisms will be emphasized. Prerequisite: PSYCH 275.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 210 - Introduction to Clinical Neuroscience
An interdisciplinary course designed to introduce students to the field of clinical neuroscience. Students will learn the main features of degenerative brain diseases (such as Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis), developmental disorders of the brain (such as autism), psychiatric disorders (depression, schizophrenia and obsessive compulsive disorder), and brain injury (trauma, stroke and spinal cord injury). Key concepts attempting to explain these disorders in terms of underlying genetic, cellular and cognitive mechanisms will be emphasized. Prerequisite OR corequisite: PSYCH 275.
Lectures presented by the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and the Faculty of Science. Topics include structure and function of nerve cell membranes, ion channels, neurotransmitters and their receptors, intracellular signaling systems, synaptic mechanisms and communication, plasticity, gene regulation and development and the physiology of small neural networks underlying discrete behaviours. Cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying brain dysfunctions implicated in specific disorders of the central nervous system will also be discussed to illustrate the clinical relevance of basic neuroscience. Prerequisite: PHYSL 210, or PHYSL 212 and 214, or ZOOL 241 and 242. Students who have taken ZOOL 342 or PHYSL 371 may not receive credit in NEURO 371.
The study of the human central nervous system (CNS), including its development and function from an anatomical perspective. The course will include some disorders of the CNS as they relate to structure and function. Prerequisite: PSYCH 275 or consent of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute. This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been obtained in ANAT 401.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 375 - Functional Neuroanatomy
The study of the human central nervous system (CNS), including its development and function from an anatomical perspective. The course will include some disorders of the CNS as they relate to structure and function. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Prerequisite: PSYCH 275 or consent of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute. This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been obtained in ANAT 401.
Designed to provide senior undergraduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview on neurobiology of normal aging and the cellular/molecular phenomena that may underlie various age-related neurodegenerative diseases. Aspects of neuronal and glial changes during the normal aging process will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline the impact of cellular/molecular changes on major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or PMCOL 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 410 or 510 but not both.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 410 - Cellular and Molecular Aspects of Normal Aging and Neurodegenerative Disorders
Designed to provide senior undergraduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview on neurobiology of normal aging and the cellular/molecular phenomena that may underlie various age-related neurodegenerative diseases. Aspects of neuronal and glial changes during the normal aging process will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline the impact of cellular/molecular changes on major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or NEURO 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 410 or 510 but not both.
Designed to provide senior undergraduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview on neurobiology of various neurodegenerative disorders. Both clinical and basic science aspects of major neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington disease, Prion disease, Motor neuron disease (MND), Frontotemporal Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or PMCOL 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 411 or 511 but not both.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 411 - Clinical and Fundamental Science Aspects of Age-related Neurodegenerative Disorders
Designed to provide senior undergraduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview on neurobiology of various neurodegenerative disorders. Both clinical and basic science aspects of major neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington disease, Prion disease, Motor neuron disease (MND), Frontotemporal Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or NEURO 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 411 or 511 but not both.
An individual study course involving detailed reading on a selected topic in cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Students will select a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) who will guide them through a course of reading on a specialized topic at an advanced level. Completion of this course requires an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisites: PMCOL 371, PHYSL 372.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 450 - Readings on Selected Topics in Neuroscience
An individual study course involving detailed reading on a selected topic in cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Students will select a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) who will guide them through a course of reading on a specialized topic at an advanced level. Completion of this course requires an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisites: NEURO 371, PHYSL 372.
Research project involving laboratory experimentation done under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Laboratory projects may involve current topics and methodologies encountered in specific areas of cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisites: PMCOL 371, PHYSL 372.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 451 - Honors Research Project in Neuroscience
Research project involving laboratory experimentation done under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Laboratory projects may involve current topics and methodologies encountered in specific areas of cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the course coordinator.
Research project involving laboratory experimentation done under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Laboratory projects may involve current topics and methodologies encountered in specific areas of cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and an oral presentation to an examining committee at the end of the course. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisites: PMCOL 371, PHYSL 372.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 452 - Honors Research Project in Neuroscience
Research project involving laboratory experimentation done under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Laboratory projects may involve current topics and methodologies encountered in specific areas of cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and an oral presentation to an examining committee at the end of the course. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the course coordinator.
Lectures presented by members of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) on neurophysiological, anatomical, clinical, pharmacological and cellular aspects of the autonomic nervous system. Topics include neural regulation of homeostasis and reproduction, disorders of autonomic function, sympathetically maintained pain, effects of spinal cord injury and current research issues. Prerequisites: PHYSL 210 or 212/214 or ZOOL 241 or equivalent and PMCOL 202 or 371 or ZOOL 342 or PHYSL 372.
An interdisciplinary course designed to introduce students in biological science programs (Biology, Neuroscience, Kinesiology, Physiology and Psychology) to computational neuroscience. Students will learn the basic methods of computer programming and how computer simulations can be used to further our understanding of neurons, neuronal networks, processing of sensory information, and control of movements. The lectures are complemented by laboratory exercises that will allow students to develop programming skills and to construct computer simulations of neurophysiological processes. Prerequisites: PMCOL 371 or PHYSL 372 or KIN 302 or ZOOL 342 or permission of instructor.
Individual study and research. Honors research thesis completed under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Taken in conjunction with NEURO 499, this 6-credit course is the first part of a 12-credit program in two terms resulting in an honours research thesis in neuroscience. Students spend the term in the laboratory of a faculty member from the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) to carry out a research project related to current topics and methodologies in the supervisor's area of expertise in cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. During NEURO 498 (Neuroscience I), students will develop background knowledge in an area of neuroscience research, design an experimental plan (in conjunction with their supervisor) to investigate a particular research question, learn the methodologies to be used, and begin experiments to answer this research question. Completion of this course requires a written proposal summarizing background information and experimental design and methods for the project as well as an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisite: Consent of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI).
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 498 - Honors Research Project in Neuroscience I
Individual study and research. Honors research thesis completed under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Taken in conjunction with NEURO 499, this 6-credit course is the first part of a 12-credit program in two terms resulting in an honours research thesis in neuroscience. Students spend the term in the laboratory of a faculty member from the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI) to carry out a research project related to current topics and methodologies in the supervisor's area of expertise in cellular, molecular, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. During NEURO 498 (Neuroscience I), students will develop background knowledge in an area of neuroscience research, design an experimental plan (in conjunction with their supervisor) to investigate a particular research question, learn the methodologies to be used, and begin experiments to answer this research question. Completion of this course requires a written proposal summarizing background information and experimental design and methods for the project as well as an oral presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to students in the Honors program in Neuroscience. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisite: Consent of the course coordinator.
Individual laboratory research. Part two of a honors research thesis completed under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Taken in conjunction with NEURO 498, this 6-credit course is the second part of a 12-credit program in two terms resulting in an honors research thesis in neuroscience. Upon satisfactory progress in first-term, NEURO 499 students will continue their research and produce a written honors thesis on their project. An oral presentation and thesis defense will occur at the end of term and be evaluated. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisite: Consent of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI).
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 499 - Honors Research Project in Neuroscience II
Individual laboratory research. Part two of a honors research thesis completed under the supervision of a member of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Taken in conjunction with NEURO 498, this 6-credit course is the second part of a 12-credit program in two terms resulting in an honors research thesis in neuroscience. Upon satisfactory progress in first-term, NEURO 499 students will continue their research and produce a written honors thesis on their project. An oral presentation and thesis defense will occur at the end of term and be evaluated. Registration must be approved by the Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute (NMHI). Prerequisite: Consent of the course coordinator.
A practical course in the neurosciences where students spend two months in each of at least three research laboratories approved by the Centre for Neuroscience Graduate Committee. Students are expected to complete a small research project, supervised by a member of the Centre, in each of the research areas chosen. Students are evaluated on both their performance in the laboratory and reports written. Prerequisite: consent of the Centre for Neuroscience. Credit may be obtained for only one of either NEURO 500 or NEURO 501.
A practical course in the neurosciences where students spend two months in each of at least three research laboratories approved by the Centre for Neuroscience Graduate Committee. Students are expected to complete a small research project, supervised by a member of the Centre, in each of the research areas chosen. Students are evaluated on both their performance in the laboratory and reports written. Prerequisite: consent of the Centre for Neuroscience. Credit may be obtained for only on of either NEURO 500 or NEURO 501.
A practical course in the neurosciences where students spend two months in each of at least three research laboratories approved by the Centre for Neuroscience Graduate Committee. Students are expected to complete a small research project, supervised by a member of the Centre, in each of the research areas chosen. Students are evaluated on both their performance in the laboratory and reports written. Prerequisite: consent of the Centre for Neuroscience. Credit may be obtained for only one of either NEURO 500 or NEURO 501.
Individual study. Restricted to students in the Neuroscience Graduate Program. Students will spend one term in the laboratory of a faculty member (other than the supervisor) and carry out a laboratory research project. Successful completion of a written report and an oral presentation is required at the conclusion of the project. Prerequisite: consent of the Centre for Neuroscience. Credit may be obtained for only one of either NEURO 500 or NEURO 501.
Designed to provide graduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview of the neurobiology of normal aging and the cellular/molecular phenomena that may underlie various age-related neurodegenerative diseases. Aspects of neuronal and glial changes during the normal aging process will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline the impact of cellular/molecular changes on major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or PMCOL 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 410 or 510 but not both.
Designed to provide graduate students in the Neuroscience program a comprehensive overview on neurobiology of various neurodegenerative disorders. Both clinical and basic science aspects of major neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington disease, Prion disease, Motor neuron disease (MND), Frontotemporal Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy will be covered. We also intend to include a video presentation of patients with neurodegenerative disorders to outline major clinical and psychological features. In addition, papers on the most recent developments in the field of aging research have been integrated into the course. Prerequisites: NEURO 375 or PMCOL 371 or ZOOL 342 or consent from course coordinator. Credit may be obtained for either NEURO 411 or 511 but not both.
An advanced course for graduate students in Neuroscience that covers the cellular and systems level changes in sensorimotor and pain pathways in response to motor training and/or trauma to the nervous system. A background on experimental techniques and mechanisms of neuronal plasticity from key studies in cortical, spinal and dorsal horn systems will be provided. Students are expected to write and present on current topics in the field of motor and pain neuroplasticity. Students should have a basic background in neurophysiology. Prerequisites: PMCOL 371 and PHYSL 372 or equivalents or consent of instructor. Note: Credit will be granted for only one of BME 520 or NEURO 520.
Starting: 2025-09-01 NEURO 520 - Neuroplasticity
An advanced course for graduate students and senior undergraduate students in Neuroscience that covers the cellular and systems level changes in sensorimotor and pain pathways in response to motor training and/or trauma to the nervous system. A background on experimental techniques and mechanisms of neuronal plasticity from key studies in cortical, spinal and dorsal horn systems will be provided. Students are expected to write and present on current topics in the field of motor and pain neuroplasticity. Students should have a basic background in neurophysiology. Prerequisites: NEURO 371 and PHYSL 372 or equivalents or consent of instructor.
Neuroimaging has developed rapidly in recent years and has had a profound effect on how we understand the human brain. This advanced course is aimed to provide graduate students and senior undergraduate students a comprehensive overview of the neuroimaging techniques (structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), MRI spectroscopy (MRS) etc) currently used in neuroscience research. In addition, we will discuss how neuroimaging methods can advance our understanding of healthy brain function and neuropsychiatric disorders. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.
The neurophysiological, anatomical, clinical, pharmacological and cellular aspects of the autonomic nervous system will be studied. Students will also be expected to deliver a lecture-type presentation and an extensive written report on one aspect of autonomic function such as neural regulation of homeostasis, disorders of autonomic function, sympathetically maintained pain, autonomic consequences of spinal cord injury and current research issues. Note that credit is given for either NEURO 472 or 572, not for both. Prerequisite: Consent of the Centre for Neuroscience.
Graduate students present review seminars or lead discussions based on required readings in the neurosciences. Coordinated by a member of the Centre for Neuroscience. Centre members are invited to attend. Graded on a pass/fail basis.
The purpose of this course is to train graduate students in preparing grant applications in order to improve their chances of future success in obtaining research funds from a major Canadian federal funding agency such as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. The course is targeted primarily towards students who have completed at least one year of graduate work. Preference will be given to those planning to pursue a PhD. Throughout the course, students will be instructed on how to prepare a complete grant application package on a topic that is different from their graduate project. The proposal will be prepared in stages and completed two weeks prior to the end of the semester. Students will then prepare and give presentations for a mock site visit by the funding agency. Students will also participate in a mock peer review committee and make final funding decisions. Enrolment is limited, and registration is by permission of the Department.
A credit/no-credit course for graduate students who are actively participating in the mentorship of undergraduate students in a half term research course (e.g. NEURO 451, NEURO 452, NEURO 498, NEURO 499, other one-term research courses offered by the supervisor's department, or summer students from their supervisor's laboratory). Mentorship includes activities such as in-lab supervision, training, and help with reports and presentations. Can be taken in any year and Spring/Summer session. Credit may be obtained more than once. Requires the submission of an initial project summary with student learning objectives, monthly progress, and final reports. This course cannot be used to satisfy course requirements of the Neuroscience Graduate Program. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department of and the student's supervisor.
A credit/no-credit course for graduate students who are actively participating in the mentorship of undergraduate students in a full - term research course (e.g. two-terms research courses offered by the supervisor's department). Mentorship includes activities such as in-lab supervision, training, and help with reports and presentations. Can be taken in any year. Credit may be obtained more than once. Requires the submission of an initial project summary with student learning objectives, monthly progress and final reports. This course cannot be used to satisfy course requirements of the Neuroscience Graduate. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department of and the student's supervisor.