Program Overview

Introduction to the BaccalaurÈat en Neuroscience Cognitive

The BaccalaurÈat en Neuroscience Cognitive is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the neural mechanisms underlying human behavior and cognition. This program is offered by the University of Montreal and is structured to include both theoretical and practical aspects of neuroscience.

Program Structure

• The program comprises 90 credits and offers four distinct orientations: Fondamentale, Neuropsychologie, Neurolinguistique, and Neurocognition de la musique.
• Each orientation has its specific set of required and optional courses, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals.

Orientation Fondamentale

• This orientation focuses on the fundamental aspects of neuroscience, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and the basics of neuroscience research methods.
• Students in this orientation must complete 54 credits of obligatory courses, 33 credits of optional courses, and 3 credits of elective courses.

Orientation Neuropsychologie

• The Neuropsychologie orientation delves into the relationship between the brain and psychological processes, including the effects of brain damage on behavior and cognition.
• It requires 66 credits of obligatory courses, 21 credits of optional courses, and 3 credits of elective courses.

Orientation Neurolinguistique

• This orientation explores the neural basis of language, including language acquisition, language disorders, and the neuroanatomical structures involved in language processing.
• Similar to the Neuropsychologie orientation, it consists of 66 credits of obligatory courses, 21 credits of optional courses, and 3 credits of elective courses.

Orientation Neurocognition de la Musique

• The Neurocognition de la Musique orientation examines the cognitive and neural processes involved in music perception, production, and appreciation.
• It requires 54 credits of obligatory courses, 33 credits of optional courses, and 3 credits of elective courses.

Cheminement Honor

• For students pursuing the honor pathway, an additional 9 credits are required, focusing on advanced research methods and a research project in neuroscience.

Course Descriptions

Segment 01 Commun ý toutes les orientations

• Bloc 01A MÈthodes: Includes courses on programming, statistical analysis in psychology, and research methodology.
• Bloc 01B Bases en neuroscience cognitive: Covers the fundamentals of neuroscience, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and cognitive psychology.
• Bloc 01C Neuroscience et neuropsychologie: Offers optional courses that delve deeper into specific areas of neuroscience and neuropsychology.
• Bloc 01D Approfondissement des mÈthodes et rÈdaction en anglais: Provides courses to improve research skills and English writing proficiency.
• Bloc 01E Neuroanatomie et neuropsychophysiologie: Explores the anatomical and physiological basis of brain function and behavior.
• Bloc 01F GÈnÈtique, Èvolution et cognition: Examines the genetic and evolutionary underpinnings of cognitive processes.
• Bloc 01G Philosophie: Introduces students to philosophical concepts relevant to neuroscience and cognition.
• Bloc 01V Cheminement honor 1 and Bloc 01W Cheminement honor 2: These blocks are specific to the honor pathway, focusing on research skills and a research project.

Segment 71 Propre ý l'orientation Fondamentale

• Bloc 71A ModÈlisation et programmation en neuroscience cognitive: Covers mathematical concepts and programming skills applied to neuroscience.
• Bloc 71B Laboratoires en neuroscience cognitive: Provides hands-on experience in research laboratories.
• Bloc 71C Psychologie: Offers courses on various aspects of psychology, including developmental psychology and social psychology.
• Bloc 71D Audition et neurocognition musicale: Explores the neuroscience of music perception and cognition.
• Bloc 71E Linguistique: Introduces students to linguistic theories and methods.

Segment 72 Propre ý l'orientation Neuropsychologie

• Bloc 72A Psychologie gÈnÈrale: Covers a broad range of psychological topics, including motivation, emotion, and developmental psychology.
• Bloc 72B Laboratoires en neuroscience cognitive: Similar to Bloc 71B, providing laboratory experience.
• Bloc 72C Psychologie avancÈe: Offers more advanced courses in psychology, including psychopathology and psychological assessment.
• Bloc 72D Linguistique: Focuses on linguistic aspects relevant to neuropsychology.
• Bloc 72E ModÈlisation et programmation en neuroscience cognitive: Similar to Bloc 71A, emphasizing mathematical and programming skills.
• Bloc 72F Audition et neurocognition musicale: Explores the relationship between music, cognition, and the brain.

Segment 73 Propre ý l'orientation Neurolinguistique

• Bloc 73A Linguistique gÈnÈrale: Provides a comprehensive introduction to linguistics, including phonetics, phonology, and syntax.
• Bloc 73B DÈveloppement humain: Covers human development, including cognitive and social development.
• Bloc 73C Linguistique avancÈe: Offers advanced courses in linguistics, including semantic theory and language acquisition.
• Bloc 73D Psychologie: Includes courses on psychological topics relevant to language and cognition.
• Bloc 73E Audition et neurocognition musicale: Similar to Bloc 71D and Bloc 72F, focusing on music cognition.
• Bloc 73F ModÈlisation et programmation en neuroscience cognitive: Emphasizes mathematical and computational approaches to neuroscience.
• Bloc 73G SpÈcialisation en linguistique: Allows for specialization in specific areas of linguistics.

Segment 74 Propre ý l'orientation Neurocognition de la Musique

• Bloc 74A: Focuses on the fundamentals of music cognition, including acoustics and music theory.
• Bloc 74B Audition et musique: Explores the perception and cognition of music.
• Bloc 74C Musiques numÈriques: Introduces students to digital music and sound design.
• Bloc 74D Psychologie: Covers psychological aspects relevant to music cognition.
• Bloc 74E Linguistique: Offers courses on linguistic aspects related to music and cognition.
• Bloc 74F ModÈlisation et programmation en neuroscience cognitive: Similar to previous blocks, emphasizing computational approaches to neuroscience.

Conclusion

The BaccalaurÈat en Neuroscience Cognitive at the University of Montreal is a comprehensive program that offers students a deep understanding of the neural basis of human behavior and cognition. With its four distinct orientations and a wide range of courses, this program is designed to cater to the diverse interests and career goals of its students, preparing them for advanced studies or professional careers in neuroscience and related fields.