Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of Northern British Columbia

Biology is the scientific study of living organisms through which you gain a fundamental understanding of the world we live in. The subject is complex, fascinating and vital to all of our lives. Establish your basic and advanced knowledge to succeed in a biology-related career. This degree will prepare you for entry into professional schools, such as medicine, dentistry, optometry or veterinary medicine programs.Our Biology BSc. degree offers you the flexibility to pursue a specialization in Field Biology and Natural History, Applied Ecology, Ecology and Evolution, Zoology, Botany and Mycology, or Cell Biology and Genetics. We also offer two minors for students who are interested in biology but who are pursuing other degrees.The Bachelor of Science in Biology degree is a broadly based undergraduate program that allows students to explore various biological concepts from the level of the cell, to the organism, to the ecosystem. Our degree offers students substantial flexibility to follow interests ranging from microbes to plants and animals to ecosystems and beyond. Gain practical knowledge through our many on-campus, hands-on labs and by attending our various local and international field schools. Our faculty are actively involved in research and they provide ongoing opportunities for students to take part in cutting-edge studies. Gain practical knowledge attending field schools at the Aleza Lake Research Forest, John Prince Research Forest and Quesnel River Research Centre.

Faculty of Science and Engineering