Biology (BSc)
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 24,344 / Year
    Apply DateFebruary 1, 2023
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Biology (BSc)

    About

    Why study Biology?

    Get inspired by life. Immerse yourself in the study of life at all levels, from cell biology and the physiology of multicellular organisms to the interactions between organisms and their environment. Build a strong basis in the essentials, then choose the right topics for your chosen path.

    Our Biology Department features teaching labs with state-of-the-art equipment that introduce you to the various techniques used in biology research. Small class sizes foster strong student-professor relationships. As a Biology student, you'll follow the Biology core curriculum and additional Biology courses based on your interests. Through labs, lectures and tutorials you will:

    • Study genes and how they control cellular and organismal function
    • Address fundamental and applied research problems
    • Study the chemical and cellular basis of living systems
    • Explore the evolution, biodiversity and ecology of organisms and their physiology and morphology
    • Receive extensive training in research methodology
    • Perform original research as an undergraduate (honours and specialization students only)

    Concordia’s hands-on approach provides a solid foundation for a career in the life sciences or environmental sciences, or paves the way for future graduate studies.

    Disciplines

    Faculty of Arts & Science

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

    • Quebec CEGEP: 26
      • Admission is based on the CRC requirements indicated above and completion of the following classes as part of their DEC: Calculus 1 and Calculus 2; Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism and Wave, Optics and Modern Physics; General Chemistry and Chemistry of Solutions; General Biology (OR Cellular Biology AND Ecology and Evolution)
      • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
    • High School: B- overall, B- in math / sciences
    • International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 27 overall, 4 math, 4 science
      • one math (Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches HL or Analysis and Approaches SL)
      • one science (Physics, Chemistry or Biology, either SL or HL)
      • one of the science or math courses must be completed at the HL level
    • International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 4.5/7 overall, 4 math, 4 science
    • Baccalauréat français: 12 overall, 12 in math / science
      • Première: Spécialité mathématiques AND Spécialité physique-chimie
        Terminale: Spécialité mathématiques
        (also accepted, Spécialité Physique-Chimie AND Mathématiques Complémentaires)
    • British system of education (GCE):
      • A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD, C in math, C in science or
      • AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
      • BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
      • Students without math or science A-levels may be admissible based on AS-level or iGCSE/GCSE/O-Level exam results. Students should include all their exam results from iGCSE (or equivalent) onwards to support their application.
      • Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
    • University Transfers (internal/external): C+ overall, C+ in math / sciences
      • Completed courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.


    Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.


    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    English language Requirements

    Results must be less than two years old at the time of your application in order to be accepted as proof of language proficiency. Depending on your test score, you may be required to take a placement test after being admitted to Concordia. This placement test will determine whether you need to enroll in English Second Language (ESL) courses while pursuing your degree, usually within the first year.

    TOEFL

    Test of English as a Foreign Language
    • TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special home edition: 70
    • Tests taken January 2026 or later (new TOEFL score scale): 4.0 with no section below 3.5
    • To ensure your TOEFL results are forwarded directly to Concordia University, you must indicate 0956.00 as the “Institution Code” when you write the test. “MyBest Scores” are accepted.

    IELTS

    International English Language Testing System

    DET

    Duolingo English Test
    • 105 with no subscore under 90

    PTE Academic

    Pearson English Language Test
    • 50 with a minimum of 46 in speaking and writing

    Career

    After your degree

    Biology undergraduates have the foundation to pursue graduate studies or medicine. Biology alumni have established careers in a variety of science fields that include:

    • Medicine
    • Pharmacology
    • Environmental management
    • Science education

    The Specialization and Honours programs prepare students for a career in the biological sciences, including graduate studies. The Major program can be combined with a degree in another department based on interest or to target niche careers that combine multiple expertise. For example, a student interested in a career in management of a biotechnology company or governmental regulatory agency might combine a Major in Biology with a major program in business or communications.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    24,344 / year

    Biology (BSc)

    Concordia University Montréal

    Concordia University Montréal

    Canada

    Canada, Montreal West