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Biological Sciences

University of Calgary
Information last verified July 2026
Degree Master of Science (Thesis)
Deadline Related to supervisor interest, and may include biochemistry, cell biology, ecology and evolutionary biology or microbiology.; Topics may cover biology of laboratory animals, theory and lab methods, statistical methods, recent advances and Darwin.; Depending on research interests, some students may
Delivery On-campus
Location Calgary, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

Find new ways to pursue your passion for life in the University of Calgary's Biological Sciences department. Master's students have the opportunity to broaden their understanding of the discipline, while following their own curiosity to define and investigate a specific research focus for their thesis work. Guidance is provided by faculty members pursuing a wildly diverse range of research in contemporary issues in botany, zoology, ecology and more. Students will be exposed to foundational theory and cutting-edge methods as they explore a broad range of concepts and issues ranging from the molecular level to the biosphere. Completing this program

Key Program Features

  • Graduate / Professional level.

Career Opportunities

Lab technician, biologist, teacher, scientist (agricultural/forestry breeding, process development, environmental) biotechnologist, manager (lab, project, clinic, territory, resource), technical writer, instructor, bioscience/biotech business, writer, lab quality control (government/industrial). A master’s degree in biological sciences will give you the pre-requisite for a PhD. Thesis-based program Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

GPA A minimum of 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree. Minimum education A four year baccalaureate degree, or equivalent from a recognized institution. Work samples None Documents A concise statement outlining the applicant's research interests and reasons for wishing to attend the University of Calgary Reference letters Three academic reference letters along with the required reference form. Test scores None English language proficiency (ELP) An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in different ways. For accepted criteria, please refer to the “Faculty of Science English Language Proficiency (ELP) Requirements” page in the Academic Calendar . *Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements. GPA; A minimum of 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

Related to supervisor interest, and may include biochemistry, cell biology, ecology and evolutionary biology or microbiology.; Topics may cover biology of laboratory animals, theory and lab methods, statistical methods, recent advances and Darwin.; Depending on research interests, some students may

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University of Calgary

Calgary, Canada

public research university located in Calgary, Alberta

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Related to supervisor interest, and may include biochemistry, cell biology, ecology and evolutionary biology or microbiology.; Topics may cover biology of laboratory animals, theory and lab methods, statistical methods, recent advances and Darwin.; Depending on research interests, some students may
  • Start Date September
  • Language English