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Tuition CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2001-02-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Waterloo, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Biology at University of Waterloo 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Waterloo, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Bioinformatics
  2. Systematics and Evolution
  3. Ecology and Environmental Biology
  4. Microbiology
  5. Molecular Genetics
  6. Physiology
  7. Cell and Developmental Biology

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

There are many factors taken into consideration during the review process. Most importantly, your previous academic record - courses taken, degree(s) received, overall standing, etc. Other factors include: reference letters, research area, supervisor availability, funding availability and lab space, etc. These requirements can be found in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar \xc2\x96 General Admission.Some departments may have set higher or additional requirements. Examination example and score:Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT)
  • 90 overall
  • 25 writing
  • 25 speaking
For a full list of accepted examinations and scores, see our ELP accepted examinations and required scores chart.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 24,830 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,420 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Waterloo 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 University of Waterloo

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Waterloo, Canada

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2001-02-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-18
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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