Biology - BSc (Hons)
Biology - BSc (Hons)
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Requirements: Grades-Only
Grade range: High 70s1
Experiential learning: Co-op available
Full-time formats: 4 Year | 5-Year Co-op
Is this degree for you?
Biology is the study of living organisms — from bacteria and cells to plants and animals. This program teaches concepts spanning from cellular structure and function, to the environment and bioinformatics.
Our Biology degree program integrates studies in chemistry, computers and management. You can pursue a paid co-op, do industry-oriented research and complete an independent thesis project.
Options in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Biophysics or Environmental Biology give you more opportunities to customize your degree. Or, pursue an optional specialization in Management Sciences.
This is one of three bachelor of science programs that share a first-year foundation.
Options:
- Biophysics
- Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
- Environmental Biology
Optional specialization:
- Management Sciences
“My undergraduate years formed who I am as a person, how I approach science, and how I select labs and supervisors. I am still driven to pursue my own ideas, which I believe is an advantage when it comes to making an impact in diabetes care.”
- Marsel Lino, Biology, Class of 2009
After you graduate with this degree
🎓 Further education:
- Dentistry
- Law
- Medicine
- Molecular Science (MSc)
- Pharmacy
Career possibilities:
- Biotechnologist
- Botanist
- Environmental scientist
- Geneticist
- Molecular biologist
💼 Employer possibilities:
- City of Toronto
- Locke Bio
- Ontario Ministry of the Environment
- Sanofi Pasteur
- University Health Network
Academic requirements
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.
Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher prerequisite grades and/or higher overall averages:
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
- Two of Physics (SPH4U), Chemistry (SCH4U) or Biology (SBI4U)
- Note: the minimum grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 65-70% range) will be determined subject to competition
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.
Tuition and fees range 2024-2025
For detailed fees information, visit tuition and fees by program.
Full-time format:
Ontario students: $7,236 - $9,749
Out-of-province students: $8,412 - $11,396
International students: $35,072 - $35,132
First-year courses
Here is a preview of first-year courses based on the available undergraduate calendar information.
1st Semester
* This course is graded on a pass/fail basis.
Faculty of Science
Welcome to Toronto Metropolitan University’s Faculty of Science, a powerhouse of leading-edge applied research and education located in the heart of Downtown Toronto. Our seven undergraduate programs are a careful blend of scientific theory and hands-on practice, each leading to an Honours Bachelor of Science university degree. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow your knowledge, connect the dots and learn new skills in an innovative and collaborative scientific community at TMU.
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"The most important thing to me is wanting to feel like I'm contributing to this world in a positive way. I can see the implications of my research, and it feels like what I'm doing matters."
Essam Karam, Biology, Class of 2022
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Notes:
- Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2025 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Disclaimer:
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.