Capilano University

Associate of Science Degree - Biology

Capilano University

Faculty:Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Degree:Associate
Field of Study:Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,617

Cost shown is for Year 1 and includes fees.



Description:

Are you curious about the living world? If you want to understand how life works and open the door to diverse career opportunities in the life sciences, consider an Associate of Science Degree - Biology at CapU. 

Biology is the science that explores and explains the life within and around us, investigating everything from how molecules move within cells to how ecosystems flourish in varied environments.  

This two-year associate's degree provides a firm foundation in the broad, exciting, and rapidly growing fields of life science. 

Our multidisciplinary and lab-focused curriculum emphasizes both the academic and applied skill sets you need to pursue opportunities in a range of fields including health, biotechnology, and conservation and resource management. 

After completing your associate's degree, you can ladder your credits into the four-year Bachelor of Science degree at CapU. 

Careers:  

  • Biologist 
  • Biotechnologist 
  • Botanist 
  • Dietitian 
  • Ecologist 
  • Food scientist 
  • Geneticist 
  • Researcher 

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    High School Requirements 

    • High school graduation 
    • A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (60%) calculated on English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses 

    Current high school students 

    Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. 

    Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. 

    Application Notes :

    English is the language of instruction at CapU. All applicants are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission. If English is not your first language or you've received your education in a language other than English, you must meet our English Language Requirements.

    * 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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