BSc

Biology

Learn more about studying Biology as an international student.

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Key facts

Program
Bachelor's
Duration
3 years
Program
On campus
Pace
Full-time
Annual tuition fee
22,000CAD
Start date
Sep
University ranking
Not ranked

Program overview

What Algoma University says about their program:

In our Biology program, you will take courses that will teach you the scientific method, and how to use it. Our program takes a problem-solving approach to the sciences, preparing students for life in general, but also for graduate studies. Biology students gain practical experience through laboratory and internship courses that allow them to work with researchers or relevant businesses. Algoma Biology students can conduct ground-breaking research with world-class scientists as part of the honours thesis course. Each year, many of our students volunteer or work in faculty research labs, and some of those students even publish the work they do in scientific journals!

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

High school completion & results

Postgraduate academic requirements

Bachelor's degree

English proficiency

BSc Biology, BA Psychology & BSc Psychology:

CAEL (paper-based, computer edition, or online)
60
Cambridge English
176 (with no band below 169)
Duolingo English Test
110 (no band below 95)
IELTS
6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Computer or Home Edition)
83
PTE Academic
: 60

All other Undergraduate & Postgraduate programs:

CAEL (paper-based, computer edition, or online)
60
Cambridge English
176 (with no band below 169)
Duolingo English Test
110 (no band below 90)
IELTS
6.0 overall (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Computer or Home Edition)
79
TOEFL (paper-based)
550
PTE Academic
: 60

English proficiency waivers

Students completing the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge or Pearson may be granted a waiver, provided they meet minimum academic results in their prescribed English courses.
Completion of a recognised English Language Pathway program.

Documents required

Passport
Application
Payment of application fee
Copies of all transcripts
Translations if transcripts are in any language other than English
Proof of english language proficiency (if applicable)
Letter explaining any gaps of two or more years in education history
Copy of study permit/visa

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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition:

22,000 CAD per year

Postgraduate tuition:

24,000 CAD per year

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What is the cost of living near Algoma University?

Category	Cost (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre	$1,821Range: $1,300 to $2,634
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre	$1,599Range: $1,047 to $2,218
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)	$211Range: $118 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)	$85Range: $60 to $125
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)	$60Range: $34 to $100
Monthly public transport pass	$103Range: $72 to $156
Monthly grocery basket	$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink	$5Range: $3 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket	$16Range: $13 to $22
Gym membership	$58Range: $25 to $100

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Algoma University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements