Courses

Below you will find descriptions for courses offered in this field of study. You will find a general overview of the topics covered and any prerequisite course or grade requirements, credit value and exclusions.

The first digit of the course indicates the general level. Those in the 1000 series are introductory degree level. Courses at the 2000, 3000, 4000 series are typically available to students in the second, third, and fourth year. Courses numbered at the 5000 level or above are graduate level. Courses listed at the 0100 or 0200 series are technology level courses. Courses below the 0100 level are generally non credit courses.

Some courses are listed as exclusionary to one another. This means that students may not obtain credit for both courses as designated. 

Not all courses are offered each year. Please consult the current timetable for this year’s offering. For further information please contact the department, or visit the department's website.

Course Descriptions

Course Notes

The normal entry requirement for admission to upper level courses in Biology is a grade of C or better in each of BIOL 1010.03 or BIOL 1020.03 and BIOL 1011.03 or BIOL 1021.03 or in SCIE 1505.18. Students with a lower grade and extenuating circumstances may appeal to the department Undergraduate Curriculum committee. Students should go to the Biology Main Office for further details.

Consult the Biology Department’s website for updates on new courses and suggested course combinations.