Program Overview

University Program Information

The Université de Sherbrooke offers a range of programs, including those in the Faculty of Sciences, specifically the Department of Biology.

Bachelors in Biology

The Department of Biology offers several baccalaureate programs, including:

• Biology
• Molecular and cellular biology
• Ecology
• Microbiology
• Cooperative regime
• Course for new students (GBI 105)
• Online courses
• Technical DECs
• International
• Integrated baccalaureate-master’s path
• Job market
• APA: Progressive learning towards autonomy

Multifaculty Programs

The university also offers multifaculty programs, including:

• Biochemistry of health
• Law - Pathway in life sciences
• Secondary education
• Environmental studies
• Geomatics applied to the environment
• Biotechnology engineering
• Pharmacology

2nd and 3rd Cycles - Research

For students interested in research, the university offers:

• Master's degree in biology
• Doctorate in biology
• Research-type graduate studies

2nd and 3rd Cycles - Courses

Additionally, the university offers course-based programs, including:

• Masteries
  • Biology - path in applied omics sciences
  • Biology - path in life sciences and law
  • Systemic management of natural environments
• Firmware
  • Professional training in applied ecology
  • Introduction to systemic management of natural environments
  • Professionalization in plant sciences

Admission to the Program

To be admitted to the baccalaureate in ecology program, students must meet certain requirements, including:

• Being the holder of a college diploma (DEC)
• Having completed specific courses, such as Mathematics NYA and NYB, Physics NYA, NYB, and NYC, Chemistry NYA and NYB, and Biology NYA or having achieved specific objectives and standards

Course of the Baccalaureate in Ecology

The baccalaureate in ecology program typically lasts 3 years (or 6 sessions of study) and includes a range of courses and activities, such as:

• Field trips
• Cooperative regime
• Course for new students (GBI 105)
• Online courses
• Technical DECs
• International
• Integrated baccalaureate-master’s path
• Job market
• APA: Progressive learning towards autonomy

After the Baccalaureate in Ecology

After completing the baccalaureate in ecology program, students may pursue further studies, such as a master's or doctorate, or enter the workforce. The program is designed to prepare students for both academic and professional pursuits.