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Life Sciences (Biological & Agricultural)


Overview

The Life Sciences MajorÌý(Biological and Agricultural)Ìýis a cross-disciplinary program that features core courses in fundamental biological sciences (animal, plant, microbiology, cell, and molecular) and specializations that range from concentrations in pure biology to multidisciplinary and applied life sciences.ÌýYou will enjoyÌýsmall class sizes and a great variety of laboratory and field-based courses for practical experience,ÌýincludingÌýinternships and research projects.Ìý

ThisÌýprogramÌýoffers a unique, comprehensive learning experience.ÌýYou can receive aÌýwell-rounded education that encompasses manyÌýof theÌýlife sciences fields, including environmental, health, biotechnology and agricultural.ÌýThis breadth of knowledgeÌýopens a world of possibilitiesÌýupon graduation.Ìý

This major will help you build great skills for yourÌýfuture career.ÌýScientific writing courses and extensive lab workÌýwith help you toÌýsharpen your report writingÌýskills,ÌýandÌýto apply the material you learn in classÌýtoÌýhands-onÌýprojects.Ìý

Students in this major must also take a specialization. The recommended specializations are:


Careers

Life sciences is a broad fieldÌýthatÌýcan lead to a variety of career paths.ÌýYou can work in research and development or one of many areas of applied science.ÌýYou mayÌýalso wish to pursueÌýgraduate studies or a secondary degree in aÌýprofessional program like veterinary science or medicine.ÌýÌý

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Student experience

Hear it from Oceanna, whoÌýmajored inÌýLife Sciences, specializing in Animal Health and Disease:

"My name is Oceanna and I am from West Palm Beach, Florida. I majored inÌýLife Sciences, specializing in Animal Health and DiseaseÌýand I had a wonderful time studying at À¦°óSMÉçÇø’s Macdonald Campus. I loved the small classes as that gave me the opportunity to get to know both my classmates and my professors and gave me a strong sense of community. The classes I took at Mac like Comparative Anatomy, and Developmental Biology and Reproduction, provided me with the knowledge I needed to succeed in vet school. I am now a second year veterinary student at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in Edinburgh, Scotland and I owe a lot of my success to the faculty, staff, and friends I made at MAC."

Ready to apply?

For this program, you'll need to apply to the Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.

Check the full admission requirements forÌýinformation aboutÌýdeadlines and whether supporting documents are required as part ofÌýyour application.Ìý

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