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This major's curriculum equips students with a comprehensive grounding in three key disciplines essential for studying biological diversity: its evolutionary beginnings, ecological relationships, and conservation principles. The first year establishes robust scientific fundamentals, followed by specialized coursework in later years, along with diverse elective options spanning ecological studies, evolutionary theory, conservation practices, and non-scientific subjects. Graduates gain substantial scientific knowledge suitable for professions in environmental stewardship, conservation initiatives, ecological assessment, education, and public sector roles. Additionally, this program prepares students for advanced studies in ecological sciences, evolutionary research, environmental disciplines, or wildlife conservation.
The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in his or her home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.
English Proficiency Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency - Minimum overall score of 176 with no band less than 169.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) - Minimum overall band score of 70
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based: minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21; Computer-based: minimum score of 250; Paper-based: minimum score of 600
Duolingo English Test - Minimum overall score of 110. Individual subscores may be considered.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score of 60 and no score less than 60 for any individual component
Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program - Successful completion of the University of Guelph, Open Learning Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program (Levels 9 and 10).