Program Overview
Nipissing University's Bachelor of Science in Biology program provides a comprehensive education in biology, emphasizing hands-on learning through laboratory and field experiences. The program prepares students for careers in biology, research, environmental management, and related fields, with a focus on practical skills development and experiential learning. Graduates have gone on to successful careers in medicine, consulting, and postgraduate studies. The program is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated faculty.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology program at Nipissing University offers a comprehensive and practical education in the field. It emphasizes hands-on learning through enriched laboratory and field activities. The program caters to students interested in various aspects of biology, including ecological and environmental biology, as well as laboratory, greenhouse, and health-related biology.
Objectives:
- Provide students with a strong understanding of biological principles.
- Develop practical skills through hands-on experiences in laboratories and field settings.
- Prepare students for careers in biology, research, wildlife management, environmental management, forestry, and consulting.
Teaching:
- The program incorporates a mix of lectures, laboratory work, field trips, and research projects.
- Faculty at Nipissing are highly experienced and dedicated to teaching and research.
- The program emphasizes hands-on learning and practical skills development.
- Students have opportunities to engage in original research projects and present their findings at student conferences.
Careers:
- Graduates from the BSc in Biology program have gone on to successful careers in medicine, consulting, wildlife management, public health, and forestry.
- Students have won prestigious scholarships, published thesis work in international scientific journals, and accepted awards at international conferences.
- The program provides a strong foundation for postgraduate studies in biology and related fields.
Other:
- The program is supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including a greenhouse complex, a plant growth facility, and an animal research facility.
- The Department of Biology & Chemistry offers a Professional Internship Program, which provides students with hands-on experience in their area of interest.
- The program emphasizes experiential learning, with opportunities for students to participate in conferences, site visits, field trips, and work placements.
- The university has a strong focus on leadership and community engagement, with opportunities for students to get involved in research, volunteer work, and student clubs.
