University of Saskatchewan (USASK)

University of Saskatchewan (USASK)

105 Administration Place, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Bachelor of Science - Biology

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summery

Biology is the study of all living organisms and their relationships and interactions with other living organisms. In a world where climate change, habitat loss and genome discoveries increasingly make headlines, biologists today are presented with an array of exciting challenges and opportunities. 

Student's will examine the unique interactions between various life forms such as cells, parasites, pathogens, animals, plants, insects and humans through studying different elements of biology such as genetics, cell biology, physiology, ecology, population biology, limnology, toxicology, conservation and parasitology. Biology is an excellent choice for students interested in gaining entrance to a health science program, including medicine, dentistry, nursing, and veterinary medicine.

Students graduating with a degree in biology are well suited for a wide range of careers - in education, applied or basic research in life sciences or health sciences such as medicine, dentistry, nursing and veterinary medicine.

Some other career opportunities include:

  • Biologist
  • Lab technician
  • Forensic scientist
  • Toxicologist
  • Environmental services manager
  • Conservationist
  • Wildlife management specialist
  • Research biologist

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

59

Writing

59

Listening

59

Speaking

59

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

3 or 4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$90 CAD

Application fee

$31983 CAD

Tution fee

Other Fees

Textbooks and Supplies Fees: $1,500 per year
Student Fees: $1,089 per year

Program Intakes

Open date

January 30, 2025

Submission deadline

February 1, 2025

Open date

January 30, 2025

Submission deadline

March 1, 2025

Open date

October 1, 2024

Submission deadline

May 1, 2025

Open date

October 1, 2024

Submission deadline

September 1, 2025