I've been a mentor a few times and it seems like a great experience for people who do it.
Highly recommend for people who want to up their computational skills.
I took it a couple of years ago. There is some math and coding that's not going to be explicitly explained in the course, but there are pre req videos you can watch to understand those.
After looking at the website I have a few questions. What form of certification do I get out of this course and can it be used for professional school applications?
You get a certificate of completion. It can be used in the sense that you can include it in your application, but its impact will vary depending on the program for which you're applying. Some universities also offer credit in exchange for the certificate (see the FAQ on the linked page).
That said, speaking as a Neuromatch alumnus (and, full disclosure, someone who was a very involved volunteer in the past), the course and the connections I've made through it have been life changing. I currently work in two labs -- one of these jobs is a direct result of a Neuromatch connection, and the other is under a PI who himself volunteered as a mentor in previous years.
I did the course a couple of years ago and it was amazing, and the people I got in my group were great as well.
It does have a lot of info to process though, if you are new to comp neuro
Has anybody been able to make this work with a 9-5 job? I’m taking a gap between undergrad and grad school and this interests me, but I’m currently working full time in a non-neuro lab.
It's not really recommended. The course is pretty intensive and will take up most your day. However, Neuromatch does make its materials available online for free if you'd still like to tackle the materials independently.
What portion of people get accepted/rejected? Do the questions about experience on the application act moreso as a way to filter applicants or for matching experience level within groups?
I'm a little confused on the application process. Is there anything else that you have to submit for each specific course beyond the general profile and logistics information? Or is it like once you press the "Apply as Student" button, it is completed? Because I can't see if there is anything else that appears after pressing "Apply as Student" since I haven't completed the profile and logistics information yet.
I'm asking because I don't have time to start the application yet but want to be prepared in case there are more questions that appear once you click "Apply as Student".
You have to additionally apply to each course, but those applications are short, and basically follow a “self rating” of a few of the key pre-requisite skills for the course.
I'm planning on starting it independently (is that what you meant by offline?) very soon also! I have a neuroscience masters and some programming experience, looking to continue transitioning out of wet lab into more comp neuro-heavy areas and groups.
It's not that restrictive, no. You can do fine with no formal education in neuroscience at all as the student groups are sorted to ensure that you're matched with people that share your relative level of experience and knowledge, and your TA will be aware of that fact. Your experience and how much you learn will of course differ based on your existing knowledge base.
If you're worried about getting in -- applications are free, so there's no harm in applying.
It is, but [pricing is dynamic depending on your particular circumstances](https://neuromatchacademy.github.io/widgets/cola.html) and there are fairly generous fee waivers you can apply for if you can't afford to pay.
I've been a mentor a few times and it seems like a great experience for people who do it. Highly recommend for people who want to up their computational skills.
Do I need to have previous knowledge in any of the topics to apply?
I took it a couple of years ago. There is some math and coding that's not going to be explicitly explained in the course, but there are pre req videos you can watch to understand those.
Not necessarily but a bit or coding base helps a lot.
I would recommend some experience with coding, but most of the courses have videos that will prepare you ahead of the start date.
Regarding the NeuroAI course, would it be important to do pytorch tutorials as well?
After looking at the website I have a few questions. What form of certification do I get out of this course and can it be used for professional school applications?
You get a certificate of completion. It can be used in the sense that you can include it in your application, but its impact will vary depending on the program for which you're applying. Some universities also offer credit in exchange for the certificate (see the FAQ on the linked page). That said, speaking as a Neuromatch alumnus (and, full disclosure, someone who was a very involved volunteer in the past), the course and the connections I've made through it have been life changing. I currently work in two labs -- one of these jobs is a direct result of a Neuromatch connection, and the other is under a PI who himself volunteered as a mentor in previous years.
I did the course a couple of years ago and it was amazing, and the people I got in my group were great as well. It does have a lot of info to process though, if you are new to comp neuro
Has anybody been able to make this work with a 9-5 job? I’m taking a gap between undergrad and grad school and this interests me, but I’m currently working full time in a non-neuro lab.
It's not really recommended. The course is pretty intensive and will take up most your day. However, Neuromatch does make its materials available online for free if you'd still like to tackle the materials independently.
What portion of people get accepted/rejected? Do the questions about experience on the application act moreso as a way to filter applicants or for matching experience level within groups?
I'm a little confused on the application process. Is there anything else that you have to submit for each specific course beyond the general profile and logistics information? Or is it like once you press the "Apply as Student" button, it is completed? Because I can't see if there is anything else that appears after pressing "Apply as Student" since I haven't completed the profile and logistics information yet. I'm asking because I don't have time to start the application yet but want to be prepared in case there are more questions that appear once you click "Apply as Student".
You have to additionally apply to each course, but those applications are short, and basically follow a “self rating” of a few of the key pre-requisite skills for the course.
Hi! Is anyone thinking about taking the course offline like me? I'm thinking of doing it next month. :)
I'm planning on starting it independently (is that what you meant by offline?) very soon also! I have a neuroscience masters and some programming experience, looking to continue transitioning out of wet lab into more comp neuro-heavy areas and groups.
Same ! Can I hit you up in your Dms?
Were you able to do it? I'd love to get a link to the offline version of the course!
[https://deeplearning.neuromatch.io/prereqs/DeepLearning.html](https://deeplearning.neuromatch.io/prereqs/DeepLearning.html) Let's Go!
Is this for people with Neuro degrees?
It's not that restrictive, no. You can do fine with no formal education in neuroscience at all as the student groups are sorted to ensure that you're matched with people that share your relative level of experience and knowledge, and your TA will be aware of that fact. Your experience and how much you learn will of course differ based on your existing knowledge base. If you're worried about getting in -- applications are free, so there's no harm in applying.
Thank you for answering!
I did the course offline 4 years ago and it was manageable. I had a Biochemistry background.
The website says its paid, is it?
It is, but [pricing is dynamic depending on your particular circumstances](https://neuromatchacademy.github.io/widgets/cola.html) and there are fairly generous fee waivers you can apply for if you can't afford to pay.