If you are approaching 90 credits, you must complete COOP 1101 before exceeding that limit. This ensures you have enough time to finish your required work terms and graduate on a study term. Speak with an academic advisor in your faculty to plan your courses and Co-op schedule.
How to Apply
Applications for the Co-op program are accepted all year around. Full details can be found on the Apply to Co-op page.
Program Requirements
Please click here for a detailed description of the Co-op program requirements for the Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology and the Bachelor of Science (Honours), Major in Biology program.
General Program Information
Please click here for a detailed description of what you can expect from the Biology program.
Biology Co-op Employment
B.Sc. Major in Biology Co-op students can seek work with a variety of industries such as the federal and provincial governments, municipalities, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. Potential industry fields include:
- Marine Biology
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Fisheries, Wildlife and Habitat Conservation
- Genomics
- Proteomics
- Molecular Biology
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
- Consulting industry (environmental and technical)
To learn more about the Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology Co-op Program, please contact co-op@kpu.ca / 604-599-2465