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Bachelor of Science Plant Biology

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Calgary

Program Overview

Plant Biology is a challenging, dynamic, and investigative branch of biology. During the course of your studies, much of your learning will occur while actively working on problems in class, during tutorials, and in the laboratory. This degree will provide you with an essential foundation in the physiology, anatomy, morphology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and development of plants. Plant Biologists have global opportunities to work in areas such as plant biotechnology, agriculture, forestry, the pharmaceutical industry, and more. A degree in Botany can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies or a professional degree such as law, medicine, veterinary medicine, or architecture.

Program Key Stats

$18330 (Annual cost)



38 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.4
30
82

1190
6.5
86

Additional Information & Requirements

"ACT of 24, SAT of 1190, overall high school GPA, IB diploma, Successful completion of at least three years of formal, full-time study in English at a secondary school, TOEFL iBT of 86, IELTS Academic of 6.5, CAEL of 70, MELAB of 85, PTE of 60, CAE of 180, CPE of 180, Calgary International Foundation Program - Successful completion of Tier 3, Successful completion of all courses in the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of ""B+"" in each course"

Career Options

  • Ecologist / Biologist
  • Research and Development Specialist
  • Wetlands Biologist
  • Natural Resources Program Technician
  • Plant Breeder
  • Project Designated Biologist

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