Master of Science in Biology

The MSc degree is centred on conducting research in the biological sciences. Graduates of the MSc program are prepared for positions in government, management, industry, education, consulting or for PhD research. The biology graduate program at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna, BC offers tier-one research-based degrees to students in a collegial, close-knit setting.Our dynamic faculty and students are engaged in a variety of research projects, many in collaboration with partners in government, non-profit agencies or industry. Our research-based MSc and PhD degrees in biology provide students with theoretical, practical and analytical expertise, as well as experience in the application of scientific results to real-world problems.

A complete application package will contain:Online application and application feeUnofficial transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended are required for the application package. However, if admitted, the student must submit official transcripts to the College of Graduate StudiesEnglish language test (for non-native speakers of English)CV or resuméThree reference forms or lettersApplicants to the biology MSc program are expected to have:the academic equivalent of a four-year BSc from UBC in biology or a related field, with a minimum average of B+ (76%) or better in their third- or fourth-year classes, orat least 12 credits in third- and fourth-year classes in their intended field of study, with an A- (80%) grade or betterYour background training must be sufficient for advanced work in your chosen field.