BSc Major Biology and Mathematics

You’ll gain hands-on experience through laboratory courses, fieldwork, and research projects, using state-of-the-art facilities and digital tools. McGill’s core research facilities, such as the Advanced Bioimaging Facility, Canadian Centre for Computational Genomics, and Flow Cytometry Core Facility, offer access to cutting-edge equipment and expert staff for both coursework and independent research. This means you’ll be working with real data, advanced software, and high-impact research platforms:

• Coursework incorporating laboratory work: Including BIOL 301 (Cell and Molecular Laboratory)

• Independent research projects: Such as BIOL 466/467/468 and MATH 410

• Field courses: Taken at the Gault Nature Reserve and Bellairs Research Institute

• Access to core facilities: Including the Advanced Bioimaging Facility, the Facility for Electron Microscopy, the McGill Applied Genomics Innovation Core, Flow Cytometry Core Facility

• Computational resources: At the Canadian Centre for Computational Genomics

• Training in platforms: Data analysis, imaging, and molecular biology

• Animal modelling and metabolomics infrastructure

• Group seminars and quantitative biology projects

• One-on-one mentorship: With premier scientists

• Access to libraries and web sources

Graduates of McGill’s Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology and Mathematics, are exceptionally well-prepared for dynamic careers at the intersection of life sciences and quantitative analysis. Typical roles include biostatistician, mathematical biology researcher, conservationist, and population ecologist, with many alumni moving into research, consulting, or data-driven roles in both industry and academia.

Here’s how McGill helps you launch your career:

• Career services: The Career Planning Service (CaPS) offers personalised advising, job fairs, and internship support, plus access to McGill’s 5,000+ employer network.

• Salary prospects: Mid-career salaries for related roles are strong: biostatisticians and research scientists earn between $74,800 and $112,000 USD, while biology graduates see rapid employment in research and technical positions.

• Industry collaboration: McGill’s Office of Innovation + Partnerships connects students with industry leaders for research, commercialisation, and entrepreneurial opportunities, including the McGill Innovation Fund for startup support.

• Global recognition: The degree is internationally recognised and accredited, consistently ranked among the top science programs in Canada and worldwide.

• Graduate success: Graduates enjoy excellent outcomes, with many entering graduate studies or securing roles in top research labs, government, and private sector organisations.

Further Academic Progression: After your BSc, you can pursue a Master’s or PhD in Biology, Quantitative Life Sciences, or related fields at McGill, where programs emphasise cutting-edge research in molecular biology, ecology, neurobiology, and computational biology. The strong quantitative foundation also supports applications to professional programs in medicine, public health, or interdisciplinary graduate studies in data science and bioinformatics.