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PhD of Neuroscience

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, United States
5 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A science degree on the brain and behaviour, Combining psychology, Biology and chemistry.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Neuroscience can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Neuroscientist
Researcher
Neuropsychologist
Clinical research coordinator
Neuropharmacologist
Medical scientist
Psychiatric technician
Computational neuroscientist
Cognitive rehabilitation specialist
Graduate study

Curriculum

Four-year major: behavioral neuroscience
Abnormal psychology
Genetic analysis
Sensation and perception
Equilibrium and reactivity and biophysical chemistry. Optional Pre-Medical (MD) and Pre-Physician Assistant concentrations. Guaranteed internship including neuroscience lab or grant-funded research
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose
Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose, Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 100
IELTS 7.0
Duolingo 130

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Review the doctoral admission criteria and identify a research area. Prepare a research proposal if applicable. Submit previous academic qualifications and supporting documents. Complete the doctoral application and await the admissions decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$69,100 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$0 USD

Program details

Campus	School of Medicine, East Baltimore
Faculty or school	School of Medicine
Department	Neuroscience
Teaching language	English
Credit value	150,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
170 days left

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 5 years.