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Nipissing University

Biology

Program Information

School:Nipissing University
Faculty:Faculty of Arts and Science
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Description:Students at Nipissing explore Biology through enriched lab and field activities—gaining practical experience through hands-on interaction. Those who are most interested in ecological or environmental forms of Biology can amass diverse field experiences through outdoor labs, field trips, Field Camps, and research studies performed in numerous nearby ecosystems. Students who are most interested in laboratory, greenhouse, or health-related Biology, can gain a wealth of skills and experience through exciting cutting-edge activities and research projects performed in our indoor research facilities, using top-of-the-line analytical equipment.

Faculty at Nipissing focus their diverse abilities and experiences on optimizing their teaching and research to enrich student learning. Our professors have studied and published in a wide range of academic topics, won research grants, written textbooks, worked with various industries, advised governments, and have been honoured with teaching awards.

We are a Department of Biology and Chemistry, and although our current emphasis is on Biology, we have established a large number of Chemistry courses to support all aspects of Biology.​​​

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URL:Biology at Nipissing University
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*

Tuition is based on 30 credits per year (5 courses in each of the fall and winter semesters). The cost of tuition does not include ancillary fees.
Scholarships:3
Careers:1

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70
Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors  or  Grade12 Advanced Functions 

Applicants are required to have English, Biology, Chemistry, and one of Calculus & Vectors or Advanced Functions.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 16, 2023