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Biology at Lakehead University at Main

Lakehead University’s Department of Biology offers a graduate program in the biological sciences, under the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies. Students who successfully complete the program will achieve a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree.

The Department's faculty and adjuncts offer exciting graduate research opportunities in all areas of Biology including studies in association with the following:

  • Department of Anthropology,
  • Lakehead's Biorefining Research Institute,
  • the Northern Ontario School of Medicine,
  • the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre,
  • the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute,
  • and the Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research. 

The Department maintains modern laboratories and animal care facilities, unique field sites, and access to a wide spectrum of analytical services. Research themes include testing theories of global significance to applications in environmental biology, wildlife management, and human health.

Level Masters
Discipline Biology
Duration 24 months
Intakes Jan, Sep
Application Fees CAD 125
Tuition Fees CAD 23000
Campus Main
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Admission Requirements
Language proficiency (minimum)
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 80
PTE 58
Duolingo 110
Exam proficiency (minimum)
SAT Not Required / Waiver
ACT Not Required / Waiver
GRE Not Required / Waiver
GMAT Not Required / Waiver
Requirements

Minimum GPA - 70.0%

Rankings
QS Ranking --
Times Higher Education 801-1000
ARWU 901-1000
Webometrics 986
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Shanghai Ranking

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Webometrics Ranking

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