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Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology

Canada

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What will I learn?

The B.Sc. Major in Biology is a foundational degree program strongly grounded in scientific methodology and practical skills. The structure and breadth of courses offered is designed to equip graduates with a high level of competency in the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for competitive entry into the workforce in a wide range of fields. Graduates will also be well prepared for entry into a professional school or graduate studies program.

Central to this program is the provision of a lab intensive experience where students learn first-hand, the appropriate use of equipment and techniques to investigate living organisms and how they function. Upper level courses build upon the core knowledge and skills developed in 1st and 2nd Year, allowing the exploration of more advanced biological concepts and practical techniques. This culminates in a community focused research or directed studies project which requires students to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned.

Declaration Requirements

Students intending to graduate with this Faculty of Science and Horticulture degree must declare the credential by the time they complete 60 credits of undergraduate coursework. At the time of declaration, the student must satisfy all of the following requirements:

  • In good academic standing with the University
  • Completion of a minimum of 24 credits of undergraduate coursework, including the following:
  • 3 credits of ENGL at the 1100 level or higher
  • BIOL 1110 with a minimum grade of “C”
  • BIOL 1210 with a minimum grade of “C”
  • CHEM 1110 with a minimum grade of “B” or CHEM 1210 with a minimum grade of “C”
  • MATH 1120 with a minimum grade of “C” or MATH 1130 with a minimum grade of “C”
  • PHYS 1101 with a minimum grade of “C” or PHYS 1120 with a minimum grade of “C”

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
CAD$26,575.06 (US$ 19,098) per year
CAN $106,300.26 for the entire course
Start date

Expected January, May, September 2025

Venue

KPU Langley Campus

20901 Langley Bypass,

LANGLEY,

British Columbia (BC),

V3A 4H9, Canada

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
CAD$26,575.06 (US$ 19,098) per year
CAN $106,300.26 for the entire course
Start date

Expected January, May, September 2025

Venue

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU Surrey Campus,

12666 72 Avenue,

SURREY,

British Columbia (BC),

V3W 2M8, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

You have graduated high school (secondary school) OR completed 24+ credits of undergraduate-level credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

English Proficiency Requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test: overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): IBT 88 or higher, with no sub score less than 20, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Score of 70 or higher with no sub score less than 60, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Pearson Test of English (PTE): Score of 61 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Language Proficiency Index (LPI): Level 5 with an essay score of 30 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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