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Pursuing Biological Sciences as a major or minor within the BScBEd combined degree program enables students to explore a wide range of science courses, providing comprehensive knowledge in biology and life sciences while qualifying them to teach at secondary education levels. The curriculum covers diverse disciplines including Biology, Botany, Bioinformatics, Cell Biology, Entomology, Genetics, Immunology and infection, Marine Science, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Paleontology, Pharmacology, Physiology, and Zoology. This integrated program lets students earn both a Bachelor of Science (Specialization) and a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) in five years, equipping them to teach at junior high or high school levels in their specialized field.
The University of Alberta's Faculty of Science offers exceptional programs that examine and clarify the scientific principles behind everyday phenomena. With 65 degree options across 30 disciplines, it ranks among Canada's most extensive science faculties, featuring cutting-edge educational resources, undergraduate research opportunities, and faculty members who are prominent researchers in their respective fields.