| | Marine and Freshwater Biology | | |
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| School | University of Guelph | | |
| Location | Guelph, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | University | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 23,926
Full-time Graduate: 3,035 | | |
| Degree | Bachelor | | |
| Honours | | | |
| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 5 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | 80% to 83% | | |
| Prerequisites | - Grade12 English
- 2 of Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics
- Grade12 Advanced Functions
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| Prerequisites Notes | Applicants are required to have English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 courses from: Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Physics (SPH4U), and 2 additional 4U or 4M courses.
Two of three 4U high school science courses (i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics) are required for admission; completion of all three is highly recommended. Applicants who lack the third science course will take a replacement course in their first semester.
Students applying to the University directly from high school will be considered for admission to Co-op. Normally, a minimum average of 80% is required for consideration, but exact cut-offs are determined by the quantity and quality of the applicant pool as well as space available in each program. All students, including International applicants, are encouraged to explore Co-operative Education as an option. | | |
| Cost |
The total tuition and fees for the Fall 2022 and Winter 2023 semesters. | | |
| Scholarships | 1 scholarship(s) | | |
| Description | The Marine and Freshwater Biology major capitalizes on Guelph’s recognized excellence in aquatic research and provides a broad perspective on aquatic environments based on the physical as well as biological sciences. In this major, you will build upon core courses in ecology, evolution, genetics, and physiology of aquatic biota as you study freshwater and marine environments and work with aquatic organisms experimentally in the field and in the lab. You will have the opportunity to perform independent research projects under a variety of field and laboratory conditions to enhance your learning experience. Work placements enable students to gain knowledge, skills and values appropriate for work with individuals and groups in a variety of settings. The major prepares students for post-graduate work in the aquatic sciences, and provides a sound scientific background for students wishing to pursue careers in academia, government service, private sector (e.g., NGOs, fisheries, aquaculture, biotechnology, consulting), conservation, education and research. | | |
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