PNB programs including gpa cutoffs for McMaster university 2020-2021 PDF

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Cutoffs for McMaster university pnb programs in the 2020-2021 year, including PNB specialization, neuroscience, and human behavior....

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DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY, NEUROSCIENCE & BEHAVIOUR (PNB) UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS The Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (PNB) Dept offers the following Level 2 Programs. Some are limited enrollment programs. For the limited enrollment programs, the GPA cut-off is determined each year by the number of students applying to the program. Listed below are the GPA cut-offs from 2021-22. We have also listed the range of the cut-offs over the last several years along with the number of students we look to accept each year in our programs:

Hons. PNB (BSc) Hons. PNB (BA)

10.4 10.4

(range 9.2 to 10.4) (range 9.6 to 10.4)

(40-45 students) (40-45 students)

PNB Specializations: Hons. PNB (BSc) (Mental Health) Hons. PNB (BA) (Mental Health) Hons. PNB (Music Cog) (BA & BSc)

11.0 11.1 9.2

(range 10.1 to 11.0) (range 10.5 to 11.1) (range 8.5 to 9.2)

(15-18 students) (15-18 students) (10-15 students)

Hons. Human Behaviour(BASc) Human Behaviour Specializations: Hons. Human Behav (Autism & Behav Sc) Hons. Human Behav (Early Childhood Ed)

5.0

(unlimited)

5.0 5.0

(40 students) (40 students )

BA Psychology (BA)

3.5

(unlimited)

Programs offered jointly by Biology and PNB: Hons. Neuroscience (BSc) Hons. Biology & PNB (BSc) Minor in Psychology

9.5 11.0

(range 8.7 to 9.5) (range 9.9 to 11.0)

(25 students) (40 students)

The Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (B.Sc. and B.A.) programs (referred to as Hons PNB). What is the difference between the Hons B.Sc. and the Hons B.A. PNB programs? - the main difference in is Year 1 and the number of Science 1 courses required. - once in the program starting Year 2, the program requirements are identical. - the opportunities for independent lab and thesis research are the same. - you may find differences in the courses the students select from the course lists or in the electives they choose but requirements are the same. Here are the Year 1 requirements: - Year 1 requirements for the Hons B.Sc. PNB programs: 24 units Science 1 courses: Psych 1XX3 (or 1FF3) with at least a B-, Biology 1A03, 1M03, Math 1LS3, one of Chem 1A03 or Physics 1A03, and 3 others of your choosing. Note PSYCH 1X03 (or 1F03) and both Chem 1A03 and Physics 1A03 are required by the end of Year 2. - Year 1 requirements for the Hons B.A. PNB programs: 24 units which must include Psych 1XX3 (or 1FF3) with at least a B-, one of Bio 1P03, 1M03, 1A03 (or Grade 12 Biology), and Math 1LS3. Psych 1X03 (or 1F03 required by end of Lvl 2). Biology 1A03 and 1M03 recommended.

How a student may transfer from the Hons BA PNB to the Hons BSc PNB program: - once in the Hons BA PNB program, students can take the Science 1 courses they are missing as electives while in the Hons BA PNB program. Once they have completed all eight required Science 1 courses, they can request a transfer to the Hons BSc PNB program - however, either program will serve for applying to graduate programs, professional schools

Highlights of the Hons. (BA & BSc) PNB programs: - research focused - opportunities to get involved in research – lab courses, independent research, senior thesis - full year (two half courses) in statistics and research methods - flexibility in choosing Psych/PNB courses from Course List - major areas of research within the PNB department: animal behaviour, cognition & perception. developmental psychology, evolution and social behaviour, systems & behavioural neuroscience, research and clinical training - Lvl 4 Capstone options – thesis, independent research, science communication, inquiry -Has many electives for students looking to complete a minor and/or for fulfilling specific course requirements for graduate/professional programs. -program serves students looking to apply to graduate studies in psychology (both clinical and experimental), for professional studies such as medicine and teaching, for research positions in government, university or industry, and for careers in the health sciences.

Hons. (BA & BSc) PNB Specializations: Hons (BA & BSc) PNB (Mental Health Specialization): - program aimed at preparing students for graduate studies in clinical psychology or research in mental health. - independent research opportunities in Mental Health (PNB 3QM3, 3QM6) and in our research labs (PNB 3QQ3, 4QQ3, 4QQ6). - thesis required in 4th year. Option to work with a supervisor within the PNB department or within the hospitals/clinics. - requires specific course related to Mental Health, such as Abnormal Psychology, Personality, Developmental Psych, Special Populations, Psychometrics, Child Assessment, History of Psych. - few electives - graduates have pursued careers as Clinical Psychologists in private practice or hospital settings, research scientists in mental health, and education.

Hons. (BA & BSc) PNB (Music Cognition Specialization): - program brings together science and the arts in a unique and innovative way. - offered in collaboration with the Music Department - requires students to have a music background (music conservatory)- Advanced Rudiments (or Grade 2 Rudiments) with a grade of 80% or above in last two years. Students not meeting this requirement, will be required to take MUSIC ICR3 (Rudiments of Music). - requires specific courses in music cognition, such as Intro to Music Cognition, Science of Performance, and Neuroscience of Music. - requires specific courses in music, such as Music & Analysis (or Advanced Rudiments), Theory & Analysis I & II, and History of Music. - students study such topics as how auditory & motor systems interact, how people encode and react to music, how musical/training exposure affects brain development in both children and adults. -- the PNB department also houses the LIVELab – a research-based performance theatre and testing centre for the scientific study of music, sound, and movement and their importance in human development and human health - graduates have pursued careers in such areas as research, education, music therapy, and audiology/speech pathology

Honours Bachelor of Applied Science Human Behaviour programs: Hons. (BASc) Applied Psychology in Human Behaviour: - highly flexible program that focuses on the psychology of human behaviour: social influences on behaviour, the basic neuroscience underlying behaviour; development across the lifespan, learning and cognition, individual differences, etc. - required courses in applied psychology, research methods, and statistics - opportunities for independent inquiry projects with faculty within the McMaster community - lvl 4 capstone options include three different seminar courses, science communication, independent senior inquiry project - has many electives for students looking to complete a minor/certificate and/or for fulfilling specific course requirements for graduate/professional programs. - graduates may wish to further their education in non-research focused master’s programs or postdegree certificates/diplomas from community colleges or university’s Continuing Education Departments. - students may find careers in such areas as counselling, psychotherapy, education, human resources, marketing, occupational therapy, policy development, speech language pathology, physiotherapy.

Human Behaviour Specializations: Hons (BASc) Applied Psychology in Human Behaviour (Autism and Behavioural Sciences Specialization): - program offered in partnership with McMaster University and Mohawk College. - all courses are offered at McMaster University and you are a McMaster student but you will also be given a Mohawk student number when applying for the field placements. - students graduate with two credentials;:an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science Human Behaviour (B.A.Sc.) degree from McMaster University, and a Graduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences from Mohawk College. - two field placements are arranged for course credits as part of the Mohawk collaboration - students must be available for course work/placements during the spring/summers between Lvl 2 & 3 and Lvl 3 & 4 in order to complete both degree and certificate in four years. -Mohawk’s Field Placement Specialist will secure placement opportunities- students do not arrange their own placements -for each placement, students have the opportunity to request specific settings (e.g., school, clinical, hospital, community agency), geographic locations and age groups – students do not need to remain in the Hamilton area to complete their placements - students requests are considered although not guaranteed. - career opportunities as Behaviour Therapists, Autism Therapists, Instructor Therapists, ABA Therapists & facilitators in community treatment agencies, hospital/clinical settings, private agencies, school boards. -graduate study opportunities in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education

Hons (BASc) Applied Psychology in Human Behaviour (Early Childhood Studies Specialization): - program offered in partnership with McMaster University and Mohawk College. - all courses are offered at McMaster University and you are a McMaster student but you will also be given a Mohawk student number when applying for the field placements. - students graduate with two credentials: an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science Human Behaviour (B.A.Sc.) degree from McMaster University, and an Ontario College Diploma in Early Childhood Education from Mohawk College. - three field placements are arranged for course credits as part of the Mohawk collaboration - students must be available for course work/placements during the spring/summers between Lvl 2 & 3 and Lvl 3 & 4 in order to complete both degree and diploma in four years. - Mohawk’s Field Placement Specialist will secure placement opportunities- students do not arrange their own placements -for each placement, students have the opportunity to request specific settings (e.g., school, community agency), and geographic locations – students do not need to remain in the Hamilton area to complete their placements - students requests are considered although not guaranteed. -career opportunities in early childhood education in Kindergarten Classrooms , Early Learning and Child Care Centres ; EarlyOn Child and Family Centres , Professional Learning and Resource Centres , Home Child Care Agencies.

Programs offered jointly by Biology and PNB Departments

Honours Biology & PNB (B.Sc.) -this is a double major in Biology and Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (PNB) - must meet admission requirements for both subject areas - approximately 12 units of required courses from each subject area in each year. - students gain and merge knowledge from both areas allowing them to form a broader perspective of the living world - access to opportunities in both departments - requires a thesis in 4th year and students may choose a thesis from either area: Biology (Bio 4C12) or PNB (PNB 4D09, 4DD6). - few electives - options to apply for further studies in either areas or to apply to professional school, such as medicine.

Honours Neuroscience (B.Sc.) - program is geared towards preparing students for careers in neuroscience research and related fields. - neuroscience is an inherently interdisciplinary field. -program provides students with a rigorous multi-disciplinary science education that includes foundational courses in physics, chemistry, biology, math, and computer programming that are beneficial to a career in neuroscience. - examines research related to neurons and nervous systems - students select courses from 3 different course lists that are relevant to different areas of neuroscience – cellular/molecular courses; systems/circuits courses; and behavioural/cognitive courses - laboratory research experiences may be undertaken with professors from many departments across campus. Topics include biophysical and electrochemical properties of nerve cells, developmental biology of neural circuit formation, processing calculations carried out by the brain, and many other topics. - capstone options include a 12-unit or 9-unit thesis (Neurosci 4L12, 4L09), biology project (Bio 4F06), or Science Communication course (PNB 4SC6). - offers courses specific to the program (e.g., Neurosci 2XN0, 3E03, 4S03) - graduates will be well-positioned to pursue careers in research science, the biotechnology industry, medicine, allied health, education, and government.

What is the difference between Hons Bio/PNB and Hons Neuroscience programs? -Hons. Bio & PNB – is a double major in biology and pnb - Hons Neuroscience – single major with requirements in physics, chemistry, biology, math, and computer science, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience. - a thesis in 4th year is required in Bio/PNB; a thesis is one of the options to fulfill the capstone requirement in Neuroscience - both offer same number of electives -

Other PNB Programs offered jointly with other departments: Combined Hons. BA PNB and Another Subject (from Social Sciences or Humanities) -Double major in PNB and another subject from either Social Sciences or Humanities (e.g., Hons BA PNB & Sociology, or Hons BA PNB & Philosophy) - must meet admission requirements for both subject areas - approximately 12 units of required courses from each subject area in each year. - interdisciplinary studies where you can merge knowledge from both areas - access to opportunities in both departments - few electives - options to apply for further studies in either area

Bachelor of Psychology (B.A.) - 3-yr program (non honours) - requires Psych 1X03 (or 1F03) with at least a C- requires a Grade 12 Math (one of Advanced Functions, Calculus & Vectors, or Data Management), or Math 1K03 or Stats 1LL3. - does not require Grade 12 Biology - broad overview of psychology with courses in developmental psychology, social psychology, human learning and cognition, abnormal psychology, measuring and shaping behaviour, and neuropsychology. - requires students to broaden their perspectives with a number of non-psychology electives students may continue their students through post-degree certificate programs or university continuing education diploma/certificate programs.

Minor in Psychology Requires 24 units, including: - 3 units Psych 1X03 (of 1F03) - 15 units Lvl II or III Psych courses (may also include Psych 1XX3 or 1FF3) - 6 units Lvl III Psych A minor is declared at the time of graduation. Students must be graduating from an Honours program to be able to declare a Minor...