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145 Best Life Sciences Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 43 universities offer 145 Life Sciences programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from University of Toronto, University of Toronto, Mississauga and University of Toronto, Scarborough come first, because those universities rank highest.

Life Sciences at other levels

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How these courses are ranked

15 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #547 (University of Windsor); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Toronto has the largest research record in this group, with 59,684,471 citations and an h-index of 1,794.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 129 bachelor's, 5 master's, 3 diploma and 3 phd / doctorate. Within the subject, the largest areas are Life Sciences (122), Biology (13), Biochemistry (8) and Bioinformatics (2). The usual length is 4 years and 90 Crédits. 99% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). Ontario Tech University offers the widest choice, with 9 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Life Sciences?

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

Which is the cheapest university for Life Sciences in Canada?

Of those with published fees, University of British Columbia is the least expensive at about USD 40,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Life Sciences course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 90 Crédits the next most common.

When do Life Sciences courses start in Canada?

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

Can I study Life Sciences online with a university in Canada?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Life Sciences courses in Canada?

Ontario Tech University, with 9, ahead of University of Calgary (8).

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