Program Overview
The Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology Program (CABE) is an interdisciplinary graduate program that focuses on animal behaviour and behavioural ecology. It aims to train students in research that integrates cognitive and behavioural studies at the ecological level. The program covers a wide range of topics, including animal cognition, behavioural ecology, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, and conservation biology. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in academia, research, and conservation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology Program (CABE) is an interdisciplinary graduate program that focuses on animal behaviour and behavioural ecology. It aims to train students in research that integrates cognitive and behavioural studies at the ecological level. The program also explores molecular, developmental, and evolutionary aspects of cognition and behaviour.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of animal behaviour and behavioural ecology.
- To train students in research methods that integrate cognitive and behavioural studies at the ecological level.
- To develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- To prepare students for careers in academia, research, and conservation.
Program Description:
- MSc: The MSc program involves coursework and a thesis and can be completed in two years of full-time study.
- PhD: The PhD program involves coursework, a comprehensive exam, and a thesis and can be completed in four years of full-time study.
Outline:
Program Content:
The program covers a wide range of topics in animal behaviour and behavioural ecology, including:
- Animal cognition
- Behavioural ecology
- Evolutionary biology
- Neurobiology
- Conservation biology
Program Structure:
The program is structured around a core curriculum of courses and a research thesis. Students are required to take a minimum of 12 credit hours of coursework, including:
- CABE 6000: Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology
- CABE 6001: Advanced Topics in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology
- CABE 6002: Research Methods in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology Students also choose elective courses from a variety of disciplines, such as biology, psychology, ocean sciences, and environmental science.
Course Schedule:
The course schedule varies depending on the student's program of study and research interests. However, most students take the following courses in their first year:
- CABE 6000: Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology
- CABE 6001: Advanced Topics in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology
- CABE 6002: Research Methods in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology
Individual Modules with Descriptions:
- CABE 6000: Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology This course provides an overview of the field of cognitive and behavioural ecology. Topics covered include:
- The history and development of cognitive and behavioural ecology
- The major theoretical frameworks in cognitive and behavioural ecology
- The methods used to study animal behaviour and cognition
- CABE 6001: Advanced Topics in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology This course explores advanced topics in cognitive and behavioural ecology. Topics covered vary from year to year, but may include:
- Animal communication
- Social behaviour
- Foraging behaviour
- Predator-prey interactions
- CABE 6002: Research Methods in Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology This course provides students with the skills necessary to conduct research in cognitive and behavioural ecology. Topics covered include:
- Experimental design
- Data collection and analysis
- Scientific writing
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Essays
- Presentations
- Research projects
- Theses
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members from the Departments of Biology, Ocean Sciences, and Psychology, the Faculty of Medicine, and the Environmental Science Program at Grenfell Campus. The faculty are actively involved in research and are committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in academia, research, and conservation. They may work as professors, researchers, conservation biologists, or wildlife managers.
| Tuition Fees and Payment Information | |---|---| | Tuition (NL students) | MSc: $635-$953/semester | | | PhD: $888/semester | | Tuition (Other Canadian students) | MSc: $826-$1,239/semester | | | PhD: $1,154/semester | | Tuition (International students) | MSc: $1,074-$1,611/semester | | | PhD: $1,499/semester |
