48 monthsProgramme duration
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Details
Biology in the 21st century is among the most diverse and exciting of the sciences. Many of the challenges we face as a society, from climate change to the development of novel health therapies, involve biological solutions. As a Carleton Biology student, you will gain broad experience through core science courses and options that suit your individual interests and needs. You will have extensive opportunities to learn in lab-based environments.
Concentrations
You can specialize in one of five concentrations:
- Biodiversity, Natural History and Conservation Science;
- Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour;
- Health Science; Molecular and Cellular Biology; or Physiology.
Combined options in Neuroscience and Biology, and Humanities and Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Biology are also available.
Capital Advantage
The Ottawa area is home to several environmental and biotechnology companies. Many Ottawa-based government departments are involved with the research that leads to environmental legislation and regulations.
Ottawa is also home to one of the nation’s significant clusters of companies conducting research in medical, agricultural and environmental biotechnology. Collaborations with these organizations, as well as with the National Capital Commission, national museums and National Research Council Canada, provide an unparalleled background as you study Biology at Carleton.
Work Experience
A Co-op option is available. Co-op is the opportunity to get a head start on a career. Co-op work terms allow for the development of key employability skills, exploration of career options and graduation with tangible, workplace experience.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Details
Biology in the 21st century is among the most diverse and exciting of the sciences. Many of the challenges we face as a society, from climate change to the development of novel health therapies, involve biological solutions. As a Carleton Biology student, you will gain broad experience through core science courses and options that suit your individual interests and needs. You will have extensive opportunities to learn in lab-based environments.
Concentrations
You can specialize in one of five concentrations:
- Biodiversity, Natural History and Conservation Science;
- Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour;
- Health Science; Molecular and Cellular Biology; or Physiology.
Combined options in Neuroscience and Biology, and Humanities and Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Biology are also available.
Capital Advantage
The Ottawa area is home to several environmental and biotechnology companies. Many Ottawa-based government departments are involved with the research that leads to environmental legislation and regulations.
Ottawa is also home to one of the nation’s significant clusters of companies conducting research in medical, agricultural and environmental biotechnology. Collaborations with these organizations, as well as with the National Capital Commission, national museums and National Research Council Canada, provide an unparalleled background as you study Biology at Carleton.
Work Experience
A Co-op option is available. Co-op is the opportunity to get a head start on a career. Co-op work terms allow for the development of key employability skills, exploration of career options and graduation with tangible, workplace experience.
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