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Bachelor of Science with Major in Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology
Program Overview
Introduction to the Bachelor of Science with Major in Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology
The Bachelor of Science with Major in Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology is a comprehensive program that focuses on the interactions of organisms with their environment, the diversity of organisms, adaptations, and the mechanisms underlying evolutionary change. This program provides foundational knowledge in plant, animal, and microbial ecology and evolution, studying at the level of individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems, and at a variety of spatial and temporal scales.
Why Study this Program?
This program is also offered as a BSc Honors degree, providing students with a deeper understanding of the subject matter. The Bachelor of Science with Major is a highly customizable degree program with a wide breadth of topics to study, including an optional minor or double major. This flexibility allows students to design their degree around two areas of interest or choose to focus on only one area.
Why Study at the University of Alberta?
The Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta delivers high-quality programs that investigate, explain, and explore the real science behind issues that affect our daily lives. With 12 teaching departments and 29 areas of study, the University of Alberta is one of the most comprehensive science faculties in Canada, offering state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities, opportunities for undergraduate research, and professors who are leading researchers in their fields.
Possible Careers
- Bacteriologist
- Biological Technician
- Biologist
- Botanist
- Conservationist
- Cytologist
- Ecologist
- Entomologist
- Environmental Education Specialist
- Healthcare Professions
- Hydrologist
- Ichthyologist
- Marine Biologist
- Microbiologist
- Parasitologist
- Research Scientist
- Virologist
- Zoologist
Program Requirements
Admissions Requirements for 2026 - 2027
This information is for students applying directly from high school. Transfer students should refer to the University Calendar.
Requirements:
- English Language Arts 30-1
- Mathematics 30-1
- Two of the following courses:
- Mathematics 31
- Biology 30
- Physics 30
- Chemistry 30
- Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
- One of the following subjects:
- Fine Arts
- Art 30
- Art 31
- Drama 30
- Musical Theatre 35
- Adv Acting/Touring Theatre 35
- Applied Graphic Arts 35
- Audio 35
- Ballet 35
- Choir 35
- CommunicationTech Adv(CTS-5Cr)
- Contemporary Dance 35
- Dance 35
- Portfolio Art 35
- Dance Composition 35
- Design Thinking Innovation 35
- Directing 35
- Drawing(Adv Techn) 35(CTS-5Cr)
- Film & Media Arts 35(CTS-5Cr)
- Guitar 35
- Instrumental Jazz 35
- Jazz Dance 35
- Musical Theatre Performance 35
- Technical Theatre EPS 35
- Pottery/Ceramics(Adv Techn) 35
- Technical Theatre 35 (5Cr)
- Theatre Arts 35
- Vocal Jazz 35
- General Music 30
- Performing Arts 35A
- Choral Music 30
- Instrumental Music 30
- Humanities
- CTS-Enterprise&Innovat-5Credit
- CTS-Financial Mgmt Adv-5Credit
- CTS-Mgmt & Market Adv-5Credit
- Aboriginal Studies 30
- History Americas 30 (IB)
- Social Studies 30-1
- Macro-Economics 30 and Micro-Economics 30
- Languages other than English
- Francais 30-1
- Francais 30-2
- French 30-9Y
- French 31
- French Language Arts 30-1
- French Language Arts 30-2
- Cree L & C 30-12Y
- Cree Lang & Culture 30
- Cree Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Cree Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Cree Language & Culture 30-9Y
- Am Sgn Lng & Deaf Culture 35
- Am Sign L & C 35-9Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Russian Lang & Culture 35 3Y
- Arabic L & C 35-12Y
- Arabic L & C 35-6Y
- Arabic Language Arts 30
- Portuguese Lang &Culture 35-3Y
- Latin 30
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 35
- Hebrew Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Hebrew Language Arts 35
- French 30-3Y
- French Language Arts 20-1
- Dene Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Filipino Lang & Culture 35-3Y
- Korean Lang & Culture 35
- Polish Language & Arts 35
- Nakoda Lang & Culture 35-12Y
- Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 3Y
- Tsuut'ina Lang &Culture 35-12Y
- Swedish L & C 35-3Y
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Spanish Language Arts 30
- Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30
- Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30-12Y
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-12Y
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Hungarian Lang & Culture 35-3Y
- German Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- German Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- German Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- German Language Arts 30
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Chinese Language Arts 30
- Ukrainian Lang Arts 30
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Math/Sciences
- Mathematics 31
- Mathematics 30-1
- Biology 30
- Science 30
- Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
- Physics 30
- Chemistry 30
- Fine Arts
Deadline
- Fall application:
- Domestic: March 1, 2026
- International: March 1, 2026
Tuition and Fees
The cost calculator can give an estimate based on full-time for the program selected. Tuition will be evaluated based on the specific courses registered in.
Scholarships and Financial Support
The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
English Language Proficiency
The primary language of instruction is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
Indigenous Applicants
The University of Alberta is committed to encouraging Indigenous students in their work towards a degree. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar.
