Master's in Biology

Biology is a Masters program taught at Victor Valley College, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (1–2 years) options.

Biology is a Master of Science degree focused on the study of life. The program builds critical thinking in biology and supports research interests through an individualized program of study. Emphasis is placed on research rather than coursework, with study planned with a supervisor and an advisory committee.

Coursework includes BIOL 5013, two Biology courses of your choice, and a thesis (BIOL 5960). Courses take place in-person at Acadia University. The program also includes field-based research work using ecosystems such as aquatic, wetland, farm, and forest habitats.

Modules

• BIOL 5013
• Research Methods 1
• BIOL 5033/5043/5053
• BIOL 5960
• Thesis
• BIOL 5023/5033/5043/5053
• Thesis Completion

The minimum requirements for admission in Biology at Victor Valley College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Victor Valley College.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Victor Valley College as pre-requiste for admission in Biology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Graduate Program Entrance Requirements

• An Honours degree or a four-year bachelor’s degree from an approved university. Candidates possessing a major in a field other than that of their graduate program will normally be required to take sufficient undergraduate courses. Special consideration may be given to those candidates wishing to change from one undergraduate field to a related graduate one.
• At least a B- average (70%) in the courses taken in the major field in the last two undergraduate years (or 60h) of university study, including coursework in undergraduate degree(s) and any graduate work completed.
• Applicants to all MEd programs must have at least a B average (73-76%) in their final two years of full-time equivalent (60h) university study, including coursework in undergraduate degree(s) and any graduate work completed.
• Several programs have a requirement to identify/secure a willing Acadia supervisor prior to applying as a key piece of entry/admission.
• Admission is highly competitive, and possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Admission decisions may depend on resource availability and evidence of probable success.

Acadia’s minimum admission requirement is 2.67/4.0 GPA OR a 70% in the courses taken in the major field in the last two undergraduate years.

Please check detail of study units at https://www2.acadiau.ca/academics/graduate/biology.html

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.