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Bachelor of Science in Marine and Freshwater Biology (Co-op) University of Guelph, Canada
CAD 34698
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 90
Application Fee
60 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
89
TOEFL
75%
Min GPA
Program Overview
The Marine and Freshwater Biology major capitalizes on Guelph’s recognized excellence in aquatic research and provides a broad perspective on aquatic environments based on the physical as well as the biological sciences. In this major, students will build upon core courses in ecology, evolution, genetics, and physiology of aquatic biota as they study freshwater and marine environments and work with aquatic organisms experimentally in the field and in the lab. They will have the opportunity to perform independent research projects under a variety of field and laboratory conditions to enhance their learning experience. The major prepares students for post-graduate work in the aquatic sciences, and provides a sound scientific background for students wishing to pursue careers in academia, government service, private sector (e.g., NGOs, fisheries, aquaculture, biotechnology, consulting), conservation, education and research.
Co-op Options
Biomedical Toxicology co-op is a five-year program, which includes four work terms. Below is an example of how the academic and work sequence will look for a Biomedical Toxicology major.*
Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
1 | Academic Semester 1 | Academic Semester 2 | Off |
2 | Academic Semester 3 (COOP*1100) | Academic Semester 4 | COOP*1000 Work Term I |
3 | Academic Semester 5 | COOP*2000 Work Term II | COOP*3000 Work Term III |
4 | Academic Semester 6 | Academic Semester 7 | COOP*4000 Work Term IV |
5 | COOP*5000 Work Term V | Academic Semester 8 | N/A |
To be eligible to continue in the Co-op program, students must meet a minimum 70% cumulative average requirement after second semester, as well as meet all work term requirements. Please refer to the Co-operative Education program policy with respect to work term performance grading, work term report grading and program completion requirements.
Additional Information
Program Level Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 10 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 - 89 - With no score less than - 21
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 60.0 Minimum Listening - 60.0 Minimum Reading - 60.0 Minimum Writing - 60.0 Minimum Speaking - 60.0
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0
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):
- English
- Advanced math
- 2 courses from: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- 2 additional courses
Note: Advanced Math is one of Pre-Calculus, Functions, (I) GCSE, CSEC, IB Math (only SL/HL Analysis & Approaches, HL Applications & Interpretations), or other equivalent Math containing Advanced Functions, Algebra, Geometry, or Trigonometry, approved by Admission Services.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
34698
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 90
Application Fee
(CAD)
11000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
International Entrance Scholarships: $18,500 - $21,500 CAD
International students entering post-secondary studies for the first time and registering in the first semester of a degree program in the fall semester.
Admission Average | Current Value for Fall 2024 (year 1) | Annual Renewal Amount (years 2, 3 and 4) | Overall 4 Year total |
95.0% and greater | $9,500 | $4,000 | $21,500 |
90.0% - 94.9% | $8,500 | $4,000 | $20,500 |
85.0% - 89.9% | $7,500 | $4,000 | $19,500 |
80.0% - 84.9% | $6,500 | $4,000 | $18,500 |
Eligibility | Students' Responsibilities | Conditions | Renewal criteria |
Will be based on the admission offer average calculated by the University of Guelph’s Admission Services. U of G will determine averages for applicants who are not studying in a Canadian secondary school curriculum based on curriculum, grading practices and grading scale interpretation. Students admitted in fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Fall 2023 or Fall 2024 and receiving an entrance scholarship are eligible to receive a $4,000 award in years 2, 3 and 4 if all renewal criteria (see below) are met each year. |
Submit an application for admission. Ensure that my admission application is complete and all documents are received as requested by Admission Services, University of Guelph. |
Recipients must register for both the fall and winter semesters in year 1. Recipients must pay the International student tuition and fees. |
Recipients must remain registered in full-time studies and achieve a minimum 80.0% average in their previous academic year of full-time study (typically fall/winter). Recipients must continue to pay the International student tuition and fees. |
Students who fail to qualify for a continuing payment may re-qualify by subsequently obtaining an 80.0% or better average in the previous academic year of full-time study. Payments lost cannot be added to the end of the award period.
NOTE: Entrance scholarships cannot be deferred. Students who defer their offer of admission are reconsidered the following year based on the availability of scholarship for that cohort.
Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship:
The University of Guelph's most prestigious undergraduate entrance award for international students. It was established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, to acknowledge his remarkable impact on the University.
One scholarship is awarded each year to the top international student. It is valued at $42,500 and includes a research assistantship position and mentorship by one of the University's leading professors.
You are eligible to apply if you:
- Have submitted an application for admission and have a valid U of G student ID number;
- Are an International (VISA) student;
- Are entering the first semester of any undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph;
- Have not previously attended a post-secondary institution;
- Have at least an admission average equivalent to a 90.0% Canadian curriculum; and
- Have made significant leadership contributions to your school and community.
- Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this scholarship regardless of current country of residence or international school credentials. Please apply for a President's Scholarship or Lincoln Alexander Chancellor'sScholarship.
- Application now closed for 2024
- Student Application Deadline: January 25, 2024 4:00:00 p.m. (EST)
- Reference Letters Deadline: February 1, 2024 4:00:00 p.m. (EST)
International Transfer Scholarship
Transfer students are valued members of the U of G community. To support our students, we have established a new $10,000 scholarship for international fee-paying transfer students joining the University of Guelph in the summer 2024 or fall 2024 semesters.
Scholarship Details
International fee-paying transfer students admitted to an undergraduate degree program for summer 2024 or fall 2024 are eligible to receive a one-time $10,000 CAD scholarship.
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