About the course

The Biology Department at UPEI has a strong tradition of helping people realize their potential through deep consideration of the biological world. A scientific understanding of the plants and animals is, in many ways, its own reward. But it is also a pathway to a large number of exciting and fulfilling career opportunities. A biology program is a common route toward the health professions (human and veterinary medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, etc.), for which we offer strong pre-professional programs. It can also lead to careers in environmental analysis, biotechnology, laboratory diagnostics, and many other things. Biology graduates also often establish other sorts of careers (lawyer, business professional) for which the knowledge of biology can be a strong personal and professional asset. The strength of our educational programs derive from the strength of our scholarly activity and research. Our faculty hold grants from the Natural Sciences and Research Council of Canada, Canada Foundation for Innovation, Atlantic Innovation Foundation, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, and Prince Edward Island Health Research Institute, among others. Our faculty have research programs in neurobiology, arctic insect ecology, cancer cell biology, watershed ecology, pollination biology, coastal habitat ecology, animal habitat fragmentation, heart and stroke physiology, aquatic toxicology, plant ecological genetics, among others. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: CA$59,352

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Charlottetown
Fall (September), 2024	Charlottetown
Winter (January), 2025	Charlottetown
Fall (September), 2025	Charlottetown
Winter (January), 2026	Charlottetown

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Prince Edward Island

Successful completion of Grade 12 examinations (academic) in a University Preparatory Program with an overall average of at least 70% (75% for Quebec Secondary V students) in the following subjects:

　　Grade 12 Academic English

　　Grade 12 Academic Mathematics

　　Two Grade 12 Academic Science subjects (acceptable subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Science, Oceanography, Animal Science, Environmental Science)

　　One additional Grade 12 Academic course

　　Please note: Successful completion of Grade 12 Chemistry (or equivalent) is required as a prerequisite for permission to register in CHEM-1110.

　　International Baccalaureate - Completion of the IB Diploma with a score of 24

　　IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing no other band below 6.

　　TOEFL paper-based test - 550 with minimum TWE of 5.5.

　　TOEFL internet-based test - 80 with minimum of 20 in each category.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Prince Edward Island. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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