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BA/BS in Biological Science

University of Guelph

Guelph, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #546 =

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Offered by University of Guelph in Guelph, Canada, BA/BS in Biological Science is a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 22,276 per semester (CAD 3,106 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Biological Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 3,106 / semester
International tuition: CAD 22,276 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uoguelph.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Biological Science major covers content ranging from molecules to ecosystems, with courses spanning health and nutrition, animals and the environment, and molecular and cellular biology, including genetics, cell biology, marine ecology, histology, parasitology, and invertebrate zoology. It awards a B.Sc. Honours degree. Students can pursue one of four specialization pathways: Healthcare Professional Foundation, Healthcare Leadership and Innovation, Sustainable Ecosystems Biology, or Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology, and may add a minor, a second major, or pursue internships and international exchanges. A standard four-year option and an accelerated eight-semester, three-year option (using full course loads across fall, winter, and summer semesters) are both available. Ontario Secondary School applicants require English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), two of Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), or Physics (SPH4U), and two additional Grade 12 U or M courses. Graduates pursue careers including conservation biologist, physician, veterinarian, and public health specialist.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: ENG4U; MHF4U; two of SBI4U, SCH4U or SPH4U, two additional 4U or 4M courses.

About University of Guelph

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1964
Students: 36,000
QS rank: #546 =
Programs: 197
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Biological Science award?

University of Guelph awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Biological Science take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does BA/BS in Biological Science cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 22,276 per semester (CAD 3,106 per semester for local students).

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