Career Options for Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour

The Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (PNB) program is the study of psychological science, neurons, the nervous system and the brain, and animal and human behaviour.

Honours Bachelor of Arts PNB students are the next generation of behavioural and psychological scientists. Focused on interdisciplinary research in animal behaviour, cognition and perception, developmental psychology, applied cognition in education, music cognition, evolution and social behaviour, systems and behavioural neuroscience, and mental health.

Common Occupations for PNB Graduates

Here are some of the most frequently-reported career categories for PNB graduates in Canada and at McMaster, according to census data and alumni outcomes:

Employers value PNB graduates for their strong foundation to work in applied or scientific psychology:

In the lab, experimental psychologists conduct research to understand why people think, feel, and behave the way do.
In the field, counsellors, practitioners, and psychologists help individuals deal with issues related to human behaviour and mental health.

Employers seek out the skills acquired by Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour graduates, such as:

Analysis, interpretation, and critical evaluation of theory and data
Strong communications skills developed through discussions, research papers and presentations
Technical research skills through formal training in research methods and analysis
Teamwork developed through group projects
Decision and problem-solving skills gained through applied course material

Common Sectors of Employment

PNB graduates often work in the following sectors:

Examples of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour career paths:

Medical Doctor
Neuroscientist
Lawyer
Speech Language Pathologist
Hearing Pathologist
Clinical Psychologist
Forensic Analyst
Business Professional
Teacher
Environmental and Biomedical Researcher

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