Biology: Bachelor of Science Minor
Description
The Minor in Biology expands the number of program options available to students who wish to graduate with a credential that combines course offerings from different program areas. The Minor in Biology is an wonderful complement to other Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts Major and Minor programs.
Admission Requirements
Students pursuing a minor in Biology must be admitted to the Faculty of Science & Horticulture.
Declaration Requirements
Students pursuing this minor must declare their intention prior to graduation.
Curricular Requirements
The Minor in Biology requires completion of 33 credits as specified below.
Note: A first-year English course, ENGL 1100, is a requirement of this program. This course has prerequisites that may require a student to complete additional preparatory courses.
Year 1
All of: |
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| BIOL 1110 | Introductory Biology I | 4 credits | |
| BIOL 1210 | Introduction Biology II | 4 credits | |
Year 2
At least two of: |
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| BIOL 2320 | Genetics | 4 credits | |
| BIOL 2321 | Cell Biology | 4 credits | |
| BIOL 2322 | Ecology | 4 credits | |
| BIOL 2330 | Microbiology I | 4 credits | |
| BIOL 2421 | Cellular Biochemistry | 3 credits | |
Years 3 and 4
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A minimum of 17 credits of BIOL courses at the 3000 level or higher, including:
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17 credits |
Note: Students completing a Minor in Biology may select either Directed Studies (BIOL 4190 and 4290) or Research Project courses (BIOL 4199 and 4299) but not both.
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a Bachelor's degree, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Biology.
At a Glance
Faculty of Science and Horticulture
Biology
Implementation Date:
- 01-Sep-2015
Start Date(s):
September
January
May
Intake Type:
Open intake
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Baccalaureate Degree
Minimum Credits Required:
- 33
Offered At:
Richmond
Surrey
Format:
Full-time
Part-time