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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biological Science

Course code: #DSB

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biological Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $29,195 CAD

  • Application fee

    $166 CAD

  • Duration

    4-5 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    70 out of 100

Options
Capstone Project
Co-op
Research
Thesis

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 31-March-2024 2024-03-31

Overview

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biological Science

As students proceed through the Biological Science program, they will obtain a background in cell biology, genetics and molecular biology, physiology, biochemistry and developmental biology

Senior level courses such as Bioethics, Neuroscience, Functional Genomics and Proteomics, along with access to modern laboratories, computational tools, sophisticated equipment and state-of-the-art facilities will enable advanced research work and skills training in industry best practice and in research.

Students can study through the Biological Science major, or choose to specialize in either Life Sciences, Environmental Biology, Environmental Toxicology or Applied Biotechnology.

 

Applied Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing area with many applications in health, agriculture and industry. Students gain a strong understanding of cell and molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry and physiology. Students in this specialization also benefit from enhanced laboratory experience.

Environmental Biology

The Environmental Biology specialization prepares students for leadership roles in the environmental sector. 

The specialization combines disciplinary study in the natural sciences in the first two years of the program, followed by focused study in the last two years on the diversity of life from genomes to ecosystems in natural and human-impacted environments.

Environmental Toxicology

Environmental toxicology is an interdisciplinary applied field involving health, agriculture, urban development and industry. It combines a strong base in biology and chemistry, with a focus on physiology, biochemistry, environmental science and environmental chemistry.

Life Sciences

This specialization consists of an integrated and focused concentration on biology and chemistry, with additional courses in neuroscience and human anatomy. 

You will gain a detailed understanding of the structure and functioning of the human body, how the brain and nervous systems work, and what happened when the brain degenerates and becomes damaged or disorganized.  

Marine Biology

The Marine Biology specialization focuses on marine ecosystems and organisms. Students will have experiential learning opportunities in the marine environment via a semester abroad at the Bermuda, at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS).

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$35,795

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $7,800
Accommodation 1 bed room $6,600
Tuition 1 person $29,195

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.55 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

83
20
listening
20
writing
19
speaking
20
reading

PTE

58
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Cambridge

180
170
listening
170
writing
170
speaking
170
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 110 (Education and Nursing programs require a total score of 120).

EAP:

Pre-EAP Program: Students who need more preparation before entering the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program will be admitted to the Pre-EAP Program for a minimum of eight weeks.

 Upon successful completion of pre-EAP, students will enter Level 1 of EAP. The Pre-EAP program focuses on building and improving basic English language skills.

 

Level IELTS (academic) entry requirementTOEFL entry requirementDescriptionOutcomes
EAP 60006.579-93Post-English for Academic PurposesDirect entry to select Ontario Tech and Durham College programs (including Education and Nursing programs).
EAP 50006.0 (no band score less than 5.5)60-78Higher Advanced English for Academic PurposesDirect entry to most Ontario Tech undergraduate and graduate programs and Durham College graduate certificate programs.
EAP 40005.5 (no band score less than 5.0)46-59Advanced English for Academic PurposesDirect entry to most of Durham College diploma programs.
EAP 30005.0 (no band score less than 4.5)40-45Intermediate English for Academic Purposes 
EAP 20005.0 (band scores less than 4.5)35-39Developing English for Academic Purposes 
EAP 10004.5 (no band score less than 4.0)32-34Introduction to English for Academic Purposes 
Pre-EAP4.0<32Pre-English for Academic Purposes 

Academic background and requirement

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including:

  • English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U), and two of Biology (SBI4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), or Physics (SPH4U)
  • A combined minimum 70 per cent average in math and science courses

 

China:

  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and Huikao, or similar provincial examination results.

 

India:

  • All India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE; or
  • Indian School Certificate awarded by CISCE; or
  • Individual State Boards – Intermediate/Pre-University/Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary School Certificate

 

Iran:

  • High School Diploma and Pre-university Year Certificate

Career opportunities

  • Environmental scientist
  • Food safety officer
  • Biotechnologist
  • Government or private research laboratory technician
  • Pharmacist
  • Medicine practitioner
  • Teacher

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