About the course

Deepen your knowledge and experience in a rigorous biology graduate program customized to you and your research interests. At Acadia, you will be part of one of the most vibrant and community-focused departments in the region.

　　In Acadia's Master of Science in Biology you will enhance your expertise in modern research methods in biology and deepen your knowledge in your chosen area of study. Although we have a wide variety of research areas to suit your interest, you will benefit from a small school experience, working ly with your supervisor and others in the same research group, and developing a relationship with your fellow graduate students.

　　Within our graduate program emphasis is placed on research rather than coursework. You will work with your supervisor and advisory committee to determine an individualized program of study suited to your research interests. Through many of our research programs you will also gain experience working with individuals and organizations in the local community. 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: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Wolfville
Summer (May), 2024	Wolfville
Fall (September), 2024	Wolfville
Winter (January), 2025	Wolfville
Summer (May), 2025	Wolfville
Fall (September), 2025	Wolfville
Winter (January), 2026	Wolfville
Summer (May), 2026	Wolfville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Acadia University

All university transcripts need to be original official documents provided to you in sealed envelopes or sent directly to Acadia from the issuing institutions. Candidates for admission to the graduate programs of Acadia University must possess an honours degree, or a four-year bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, from an approved university. Those candidates possessing a major in a field other than that of their graduate program will normally be required to take sufficient undergraduate courses to make up the equivalent of an Acadia undergraduate major. Candidates must have at least a B- average (70%) in the courses taken in the major field in the last two undergraduate years (or 60 credit hours) of university study, including coursework in undergraduate degree(s) and any graduate work completed. Acadia's minimum graduate studies requirements are as follows: IELTS (Academic ONLY!) - 6.5 overall with no subtest score below 6.0. TOEFL - 93 IBT with no subtest score below 20.Paper -based score is 580.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 93.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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

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