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Introduction to the Biology Program

The Biology program at the University of Saskatchewan is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the study of all living organisms and their relationships and interactions with other living organisms. In a world where climate change, habitat loss, and genome discoveries increasingly make headlines, biologists today are presented with an array of exciting challenges and opportunities.

Program Overview

• The program offers a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Biology.
• The degree can be completed in three or four years.
• Students can enter the program directly from high school.
• The program is available on a full-time or part-time basis.
• Students can begin the program off-campus.

What You Will Learn

You will examine the unique interactions between various life forms such as cells, parasites, pathogens, animals, plants, insects, and humans through studying different elements of biology, including:

• Genetics
• Cell biology
• Physiology
• Ecology
• Population biology
• Limnology
• Toxicology
• Conservation
• Parasitology

Biology is an excellent choice for students interested in gaining entrance to a health science program, including medicine, dentistry, nursing, and veterinary medicine.

Sample First-Year Schedule

A typical first-year schedule might include the following courses:

• Fall Term:
  • BIOL 120a: The Nature of Life
  • CHEM 112a: General Chemistry I Structure Bonding and Properties of Materials
  • MATH 125b: Mathematics for the Life Sciences
  • HIST 155c: History Matters Science and Environment
  • INDG 107d: Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies
• Winter Term:
  • BIOL 121a: The Diversity of Life
  • CHEM 115a: General Chemistry II Chemical Processes
  • BMSC 200a: Introduction to Global Environmental Systems
  • ARCH 112e: The Human Journey Introduction to Archaeology and Biological Anthropology
  • PHIL 133c: Introduction to Ethics and Values

Featured Classes

Some of the featured classes in the Biology program include:

• BIOL 224: Animal Body Systems, which studies the problems all animals overcome in order to survive and reproduce, and the different body systems that must deal with both unique and common environmental challenges.
• BIOL 228: An Introduction to Ecology and Ecosystems, which introduces ecological principles and the functioning of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
• BIOL 301: Critical Issues in Biology, which examines the essential processes and principles of current, topical biological research.

Why Study Here?

• Location: The university is situated within walking distance of the beautiful South Saskatchewan River, providing opportunities to study short-grass tundra, aspen parkland, boreal forest, taiga, and tundra and aquatic environments.
• Unique Facilities: The University of Saskatchewan is one of the top research universities in the country and is home to a unique array of research infrastructure, including the Canadian Light Source, Canada's national synchrotron research facility, the Toxicology Centre, and one of the largest phytotron controlled plant growth facilities in the world.
• Weekly Seminar Series: A weekly seminar series provides opportunities to hear prominent researchers from the University of Saskatchewan and across North America speak about their work.
• Hands-on Experience: Students are provided with opportunities to learn and interact with instructors and other students in a small-group setting in all courses, including in the first year.

Careers

Students graduating with a degree in biology are well-suited for a wide range of careers, including:

• Biologist
• Lab technician
• Forensic scientist
• Toxicologist
• Environmental services manager
• Conservationist
• Wildlife management specialist
• Research biologist

Tuition Estimates

The estimated tuition fees for the Biology program are as follows: | Canadian Students | International Students | | --- | --- | | Tuition | $8,205 | $39,711 | | Student Fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24 | | Books | $1,500 | $1,500 | | Total | $11,013.24 | $42,519.24 |

Program Options

The University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science offers the following Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees in Biology:

• Bachelor of Science Four-year
• Bachelor of Science Three-year
• Bachelor of Science Honours
• Bachelor of Science Double Honours with Biochemistry

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on the student's situation. Students should consult with an academic advisor in the college when they begin their studies to decide if they want a four-year, three-year, or honours degree.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the Biology program are as follows:

• Winter Term: December 1 (documents due: December 15)
• Spring Term: April 1 (documents due: May 1)
• Summer Term: May 1 (documents due: June 1)
• Fall Term: July 15 (documents due: August 1)

Related Programs

Some related programs offered by the University of Saskatchewan include:

• Agricultural Biology
• Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology
• Cellular, Physiological and Pharmacological Sciences
• Environmental Biology
• Palaeobiology