13 Best Biology Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 11 universities offer 13 Biology programs — most run 4 years. Courses from University of Toronto, University of Trinity College and University of Calgary come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #29 #1 in Canada Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Biodiversity and Conservation Biology

University of Toronto — The Bachelor's Degree in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology at the University of Toronto offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of biod...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #29 #4 in Canada Canada

Immunology

University of Trinity College — The Bachelor’s degree in Immunology at the University of Trinity College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the field of immunological science. Througho...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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3Bachelor's Degree

QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Biological Sciences

University of Calgary — The Bachelor of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary offers a comprehensive curriculum that delves into the complexities of life and living organisms. This pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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4Bachelor's Degree

QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology

University of Calgary — The Bachelor's Degree in Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology at the University of Calgary provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological sci...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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5Bachelor's Degree

#39 in Canada Canada

Biology

Wilfrid Laurier University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Wilfrid Laurier University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of living organisms, their structures, functions, growth...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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6Bachelor's Degree

#40 in Canada Canada

Biological Sciences

University of Lethbridge — The Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Lethbridge delves deep into the study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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7Bachelor's Degree

#43 in Canada Canada

Biological Science

Ontario Tech University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology offers a comprehensive exploration of the life sciences, blending theoret...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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8Bachelor's Degree

#43 in Canada Canada

Biological Science

Ontario Tech University — The Biological Science Bachelor's Degree at Ontario Tech University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of living organisms and their inter...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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9Master's Degree

#70 in Canada Canada

Master of Science in Biology

St. Francis Xavier University — Master of Science in BiologyThe Master of Science in Biology at St. Francis Xavier University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences,...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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10Bachelor's Degree

#93 in Canada Canada

Biological Sciences

MacEwan University — The Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences at MacEwan University offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamentals of biology. This program is designed to provide...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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11Bachelor's Degree

#99 in Canada Canada

Biology

University of the Fraser Valley — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at the University of the Fraser Valley provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences, preparing them for va...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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12Bachelor's Degree

#106 in Canada Canada

Sciences de la vie

University of Sudbury — The Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences at the University of Sudbury offers an in-depth exploration of biological sciences, where students engage with the fundamental prin...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

120 créditsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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13Bachelor's Degree

#126 in Canada Canada

Bachelor of Science with major in biology / Bachelor of Education, option Secondary Teaching

St. Anne University — The Baccalauréat ès sciences avec majeure en biologie, combined with a Baccalauréat en éducation, option Enseignement au secondaire at St. Anne University offers a unique...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

5 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Biology

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How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #211 (University of Calgary); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Toronto is cited most (59,684,471 citations).

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 12 bachelor's and 1 master's. The usual length is 4 years and 5 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Ontario Tech University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Biology in Canada?

University of Toronto (QS World #29), University of Trinity College (QS World #29) and University of Calgary (QS World #211) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Biology course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 5 years the next most common.

When do Biology courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Biology courses in Canada?

Ontario Tech University, with 2, ahead of University of Calgary (2).

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