Program Overview

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Department of Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences offers various programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

Degree Programs

• Cells, Molecules & Physiology
• Ecology, Evolution & Conservation
• Open Stream

Minors

• Available for students to explore additional areas of interest

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

• For students who have completed a bachelor's degree and wish to pursue further education

Pre-Professional Programs

• Preparation for careers in fields such as medicine, dentistry, and veterinary medicine

Graduate Students

Prospective Graduate Students

Graduate Program Admission

• Master of Science (MSc)
• Master of Environmental Toxicology (MET)
• Master of Pest Management (MPM)
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

How to Apply

• Application process and requirements for graduate programs

Current Graduate Students

Graduate Degree Programs

Master of Science (MSc)

• Masters Thesis Preparation

Master of Environmental Toxicology (MET)

• Program details and requirements

Master of Pest Management (MPM)

• Program details and requirements

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• PhD Candidacy Exam
• Doctoral Thesis Preparation

Courses

• List of available courses for graduate students

Student Life

• Information on student organizations, research opportunities, and more

Student Resources

• Program Transfer (Masters to PhD)
• Funding & Finances
  • Completion Times and Thesis Lengths
  • Funding Policy

Research

Research Groups

• List of research groups and their areas of focus

Research Facilities & Equipment

• Shared Lab Equipment
• Insectary
• Plant Growth
• RadioNuclide Lab

Publications Search

• Database of publications by department faculty and students

Master of Science

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

The MSc requires a minimum of 30 units:

• 12 units of graduate courses (including BISC 800 - Skills for the Successful Scientist (1))
• an 18 unit thesis, based on original research (BISC 898 - MSc Thesis (18))

Program Guidelines & Resources

• Supervisory Committee Guidelines
• Annual Progress Report
• Thesis Preparation & Defense
• Transfer from MSc to PhD Studies

MSc Program Timeline

• Review of courses offered and consultation with supervisor
• BISC800 should be taken at the first opportunity, typically offered in the Fall term