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Bachelor of Arts in Marine Biology (Co-op Optional) Dalhousie University, Canada
CAD 31900
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 70
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
90
TOEFL
70%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Why study Marine Biology at Dal?
If you’re passionate about the ocean, Dalhousie is where you want to be. We’re a national leader in marine biology education and research. You’ll learn in the classroom, lab and out in the field. You could find yourself on the water studying the behaviour of sperm whales, running your own underwater experiments, examining the diet of grey seals or assessing the diversity of marine birds.
What will I learn?
There’s no better place to learn about the ocean than right here in Halifax, Nova Scotia. You’ll venture out to the ocean, both on shore and on the water. You’ll observe examples of Atlantic Canada’s spectacular marine life. You’ll get first-hand experience in various research methods, like gathering live samples and collecting and assessing data. These are just a few of the advantages of studying marine biology at Dalhousie.
During your first two years, you’ll take general biology courses and foundation-building science courses. In third and fourth year, you’ll explore the ecology, diversity, physiology and other aspects of marine animals and plants in greater depth. Many marine biology students combine their studies with courses in chemistry or physics of the ocean, which are offered through the Department of Oceanography.
Marine biology students are offered a co-op education option. Students who take advantage of the co-op option will be able to complete three work terms in industry, government or university laboratories, or ecotourism.
Additional Information
Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 42 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 90 - With no score less than - 20
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 61 - With no score less than - 50
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- Required high school courses:
- English
- pre-calculus or calculus
- 3 additional university preparatory courses
- Recommended high school courses:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Required high school courses:
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
31900
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(CAD)
CAD 70
Application Fee
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12000 Per year
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