Memorial University – St. John’s Campus

Marine Biology

Memorial University – St. John’s Campus

Faculty:Faculty of Science
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $6,750
National: $6,750
International: $22,500

Cost shown is a sample for two semesters of a bachelor's degree.



Scholarships:2
Careers:Biologists

Description:

Marine biology is the study of marine organisms, their behaviours and interactions with the environment. The marine biology major provides a wealth of experiential learning opportunities for students with a combination of wet labs, field trips and project-based courses. Get out of the classroom and into the sea at our Bonne Bay Aqarium and Research Station or conduct your own marine project at the Ocean Sciences Centre.

The joint major in Marine Biology is jointly administered by the Department of Ocean Sciences and the Department of Biology. It consists of core courses in oceanography and biology, and additional courses in various science subjects.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants must have

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
    • Grade 12 English ( U)
    • Grade 12 (U) - (Advanced Functions/Calculus)
    • Grade 12 Science (U) - (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)
    • Grade 12 Social Sciences (U)
    • Electives
    • Application Form
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 50-60] or DuoLingo [min. 115] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 58] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79]

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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