BSH.BIOL - Biology - BSc Honours

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Biology is the study of life at all levels of organization, from molecular and cell to population and community. Students who complete a single major in Biology will have a broad introduction to these topics, along with the opportunity to specialize in aspects of biology that interest them. The Biology Department offers Specializations in Conservation Biology, Health Sciences, and Natural History. In addition, the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology program is shared with the Chemistry Department and the Forensic Biology program is shared with the Department of Forensic Science. Students may choose to do joint-major degrees with other departments or programs, including Environmental & Resource Science/Studies, Chemistry, Forensic Science, Geography, Anthropology, and Psychology, among others.

INFORMATION & ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Students who have not taken any 4U calculus courses are recommended to take MATH 1006H as the required 0.5 credit from MATH 1006H or 1110H.

• Transfer students should consult with the department chair or coordinator before selecting courses.

• Any course involving work with live vertebrate animals requires the Animal Care Course. The Animal Care Course requirement is indicated in some course descriptions but may also apply to others. Check with the Biology Office or course instructor if in doubt.

• Fees may be levied for safety equipment and lab manuals. If fees are required for field trips, or if field trips occur outside the timetabled period, instructors will offer an alternative option.

• It is recommended that courses taken in the fourth year of the Honours program be beyond the 2000 level.

• Students intending to pursue graduate studies are encouraged to take BIOL 4010Y or 4020D.

• The Accelerated Master’s program in Environmental & Life Sciences allows students to obtain a research-based MSc within a shorter timeframe.