Overview

Program Details

The Department of Biology at University of Saskatchewan offers thesis-based programs that can be completed in two to three years for a M.Sc., based on full-time study.

Our department has active research programs in a diverse range of sub-disciplines. We have three areas of particular focus and strength:

Structure and function
Biodiversity and evolution
Ecology and the environment

This Biology MSc program offered by University of Saskatchewan encourages collaboration with other colleges in our university such as the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, the College of Medicine, or the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. We also have close connections with government institutions located on campus such as the Prairie and Northern Wildlife Centre and the Plant Biotechnology Institute. At the University of Saskatchewan, you will have the opportunity to both access world class research facilities and engage with local communities when conducting your research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology

Advanced Limnology

Multivariate Analysis in Ecology

Current Topics in Plant Molecular Biology

Advanced Neurobiology of Behaviour

Advanced Plant Physiology

Advanced Reproductive Biology of Seed Plants

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00

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Language

English

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saskatoon, Canada

Disciplines

Biology View 62 other Masters in Biology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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86

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63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study
Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research

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Tuition Fees

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12231 CAD / year

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5436 CAD / year

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Living costs

Saskatoon

Canada

1279 - 1865 CAD / month

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