Supports & resources
Student handbook
The neuroscience graduate student handbook contains important program guideline information for students:- an overview of the neuroscience graduate program
- supervisory committee structure
- course requirements and suggested electives
- funding (stipends and awards)
- academic integrity
- candidacy examinations
- thesis and dissertation guidelines
- oral exam guidelines
- research ethics
We will provide a copy of this handbook to you upon entry to the neuroscience program. It should be used as a reference guide during your time in the program. This handbook is an accompanying document to existing University of Victoria policies and procedures.
The handbook is revised annually. All changes are ratified by the neuroscience graduate program committee and students will be made aware of any significant changes.
Documents & forms
Internal program documents, forms & policies
UVic forms & policies
- code of conduct
- directed studies pro-forma form
- graduate supervision policy
- missing receipts declaration form
Refer to the Faculty of Graduate Studies for additional forms and policies.
Tuition & finances
For information about stipends and tuition fees associated with the neuroscience graduate program, please visit the student finances page.
For awards and other research funding, visit the funding and awards page.
UVic-wide resources
UVic offers several supports for graduate students, including academic advising, career services and financial aid.
The Library provides additional resources and hosts various workshops regularly to support a student's research journey:
- Data Anlaysis with Excel: Online, self-paced library workshop
- DSC and library workshop calendar
- LibGuide for Neuroscience
- Research Data Services: Data Management Plans
The Faculty of Health also has a list of resources available to neuroscience students.