Department of Physiology and Biophysics

Faculty of Medicine

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Building experience and knowledge

Participating in undergraduate research is a valuable experience for students, regardless of the career paths you are contemplating.

There are many opportunities to get involved:

  • You can decide to volunteer in one of our research groups. As a volunteer you have the flexibility to schedule your work around your other commitments while getting to know research and people of the hosting lab and building first research skills.

  • You may elect to enrol in an experiential learning class or independent research project course, such as PHYL 3600. With a little more time commitment, you can earn credit points for your research efforts.

  • You can carry out your Honours Research in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics. Our faculty have successfully mentored students enrolled in several undergraduate programs including, but not limited to, Medical Sciences, Neuroscience, Biology, and Biochemistry.

  • Students interested in gaining research experience over the summer may apply for undergraduate research awards, which provide funding for paid research opportunities. Various funding options are available, and applications should be submitted according to the provided guidelines. Additionally, the department offers a limited number of summer studentships. Applicants must ensure that all required documents are submitted by the specified deadline. For more information, please contact admin.physiology@dal.ca.

Finding a Supervisor

Regardless of your involvement, the first step you need to take is to find a supervisor who is interested in overseeing your work. Below, you will find a list of faculty members in the department of Physiology & Biophysics who welcome inquiries from undergraduate students. Based on your interests, you can email a potential supervisor and discuss whether a suitable opportunity is available.

View Potential Supervisors [PDF - 100 KB]

Contacting Your Potential Supervisor

Want to make a good first impression? Please see below for some handy tips on how to best go about crafting your first e-mail. 

How to Contact a Potential Supervisor - First E-mail Tips and Tricks [PDF - 133 KB]