Browse our university guidance

Sign up

On this page

University of Alberta
University of Alberta logo
University of Alberta

Biological Sciences

Visit course website
Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
BSc On-Campus find out find out find out find out find out

About Biological Sciences, BSc - at University of Alberta

Award: Bachelor of Science with Major

Why study this program?

If you are drawn to the life sciences and have varied interests, you will find the Biological Sciences major (or minor) an excellent choice. Whether your interest lies in animal, plant, or human life, this degree is designed to provide a broad view of the life sciences and allows for customization and flexibility with courses and program direction.

This program is also offered as a BSc Honors degree.

Why study a Bachelor of Science with Major?

The Bachelor of Science with Major is a highly customizable degree program with a wide breadth of topics to study. The degree includes 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. Students have the option to keep their program broad or delve deeper into a discipline of their choice. Your minor can be chosen from 60+ subjects, including many offered by the Faculty of Arts, Native Studies, Business or Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences.

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, we are one of the most comprehensive science faculties in Canada, with state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities, opportunities for undergraduate research, and professors who are leading researchers in their fields, or one faculty.


Entry requirements

Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.


Why study at University of Alberta

  • Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
  • Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
  • Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
  • Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
  • Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
  • Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
  • Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes