Program Overview
The Biology at Carleton University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 18,862 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 8,525 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Methods in Molecular Genetics
- Evolutionary Bioinformatics
- Modelling for Biologists
- Directed Studies in Biology
- Selected Topics in Biology
- Applied Bioinformatics
- Data Integration
- Knowledge Representation
- Parallel Algorithms and Applications in Data Science
- Algorithm Analysis and Design
- Algorithms in Bioinformatics
- Probability Theory I
- Probability Theory II
- Data Mining
- Modern Applied and Computational Statistics
- Mathematical Statistics I
- Mathematical Statistics II
- Topics in Probability and Stats
- Topics in Probability and Stats
- Methodologies For Discrete-Event Modeling And Simulation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 4-year (honours) Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with thesis work or equivalent
- B+ (77%) average in the last two years of study
- B (73%) average overall
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 18,862 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 8,525 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 18,862 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 8,525 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carleton University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Carleton University
Carleton University
Ottawa, Canada
Carleton University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-07
- Language English
- Duration 24 months