Bachelor of Science in Biology

Brandon University

Biology at Brandon University is about much more than the scientific study of animals, plants and microbes. First year introduces the diversity of life on the planet and explains how genes and cells function. Second year courses further explore diversity and fundamental biological and ecological processes, leading to third and fourth year courses with greater specialization. Our programs have a reputation for high quality training of students who go on to earn higher degrees at prestigious universities. The BSc degree programs within which the Biological Science Stream and the Biomedical Science Stream are recognized. Students entering Biology should select one of these two streamstoward the end of their first year. The objectives of the Biological Science Stream are to provide students with a broad understanding of the major fields in Biology (e.g., biodiversity, genetics, cell biology, ecology, evolution, physiology, and phylogenetic systematics) and how these fields intersect with those in related disciplines and to prepare students for careers in agriculture, education, food protection, government, industry, research, and other fields that rely on expertise in the life sciences. The objectives of the Biomedical Science Stream are to prepare students to work in biomedical / health related research or employment sectors and for a health professional program (e.g., optometry, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, chiropractic therapy, veterinary medicine). The 4-Year degree programs are recommended for students considering academic or research careers in the biological or biomedical sciences, or who intend to continue to graduate degrees. The 3-Year programis appropriate forstudentsintending to enroll in an after-degree program such as the Bachelor of Education (AD) or in programs leading to employment with regional health authorities, law enforcement agencies, or the private sector. Both the 3-Year and 4-Year programs meet the requirements for entry into many professional and clinical programs. The minor in Biology is intended to complement a major in another discipline.

Faculty of Science