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The biology programs at Bishop's University provide a broad foundation in the field of biology, preparing its students for numerous options. These include graduate studies in the biological or life sciences fields, and professional studies in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the allied health sciences, forestry, wildlife biology, microbiology, and many other applied areas. A degree in biology also prepares the student for direct employment in the biotechnology sector, environmental biology, or the allied health fields.

The Department of Biological Sciences is well equipped for study and student research in general biology, physiology, molecular biology and ecology. In house facilities include aquatic and terrestrial animal rooms, a greenhouse, walk-in-growth chambers, laminar flow hoods, incubators, centrifuges, research microscopes, autoclaves, and computers for data analysis, graphing and simulation studies. Students are given first-hand experience in the use of these facilities and are encouraged in every way possible to develop their capacities for independent work in biology.

Why study Biology at Bishop’s?

The biology program at Bishop's University provides a broad foundation in the field of biology, preparing students for numerous options. These include graduate studies in the biological or life sciences fields, and professional studies in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the allied health sciences, forestry, wildlife biology, microbiology, and many other applied areas. A degree in biology also prepares the student for direct employment in the biotechnology sector, environmental biology, or the allied health fields.

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F.A.Q.
What programs do you have?

• We offer a B.Sc. in Health Science, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science, and Diversity Form & Function. We also offer a B.A. in Health Science and Environmental Biology and a B.B.Sc. program in Environmental Biology, Exercise Science, and Sports Studies Physiology.

What is the difference between a B.Sc., a B.A., and B.B.Sc.?

• The B.Sc. is based on a strong foundation of science prerequisites at the collegial level, while the B.A. program is designed for students lacking the appropriate science prerequisites. The B.B.Sc is a science based program for those wishing to combine both a rigorous science based B.Sc. with a business degree from the Williams School of Business or the Department of Economics.
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Will a degree from Bishop's Biology get me into medical or graduate school?

• A degree from Bishop's Biology is well respected by admissions committees and regarded on par with other so called "big" schools.
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