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Bachelor of Science (Honours) Biological Science - Marine Biology Ontario Tech University, Canada
CAD 32188
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
83
TOEFL
75%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Learn about marine ecosystems and organisms in this specialization, and immerse yourself in the marine environment during a semester abroad in Bermuda.
Individuals interested in this specialization will apply directly to Marine Biology through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre using application code DMB.
Marine Biology is a specialization within the Biological Science program. Within the marine biology specialization students will learn about marine ecosystems and organisms, as well have experiential learning opportunities in the marine environment via a semester abroad at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS).
BIOS is a world-renowned institute with financial support from government, corporate, and private investors. Located in Bermuda, BIOS is near to the Sargasso Sea, one of the world’s most diverse open-ocean ecosystems, and also home to some of the world’s most northern coral reefs, allowing researchers from around the globe an opportunity to study corals. Their facilities and equipment include the research vessel (R/V) Atlantic Explorer, a U.S. flagged UNOLS ocean class vessel, operated by BIOS, that provides faculty and staff—as well as visiting scientists and students—with well-equipped floating labs to support numerous scientific endeavors in the ocean environment.
Additional Information
Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 5 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 83.0 Minimum Listening - 20.0 Minimum Reading - 20.0 Minimum Writing - 20.0 Minimum Speaking - 19.0
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
32188
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
(CAD)
12000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
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Scholarships
Scholarships for international students
You could be awarded a scholarship from the university based on academic achievement as well as personal excellence.
Eligibility requirements
All scholarships and awards are subject to the following conditions:
- Values are subject to change without notice.
- Entrance scholarships are available to students attending the university from secondary school within 18 months of graduation.
- You have not previously attended a post-secondary institution.
- You may not hold more than one scholarship simultaneously.
- Summer school courses taken immediately prior to the start of the September term and any upgrading marks will not be included in grade calculations for awards.
- You must be enrolled in a minimum 80 per cent course load per term.
- The university reserves the right to determine acceptable academic credentials, grades and prerequisite courses to be used for admissions and awards.
- Continuation of all sources of funding from the university is dependent on maintaining good academic standing, and availability of funds. If you withdraw, change to part-time status, change your program, change your fee status or fail to complete a term, you may have your scholarship reduced or may no longer be eligible for funding.
International entrance scholarships
Global Leadership Award (application-based)
If you are an international secondary-school student entering an undergraduate program at the university on a study permit and are currently studying outside of Canada, you can apply for the university's Global Leadership Award (GLA).
The GLA is one of our most prestigious entrance awards. Valued at $120,000 CAD ($30,000 a year for four years), the GLA recognizes international secondary school applicants with strong academic and leadership abilities. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible for the GLA.
Deadline: 13th Feb 2025
International Merit Awards
If you are an international secondary school student entering an undergraduate program at the university on a study permit, you may be eligible to receive one of the university's International Merit Awards.
International Merit Awards are valued at $20,000 CAD over four years ($5,000 CAD x four years) and will be awarded to applicants with a grade point average of 80 per cent or greater as calculated at the time of admission. Successful applicants will be notified with an offer of scholarship from the university.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible for the International Merit Awards.
This award may not be held in conjunction with other scholarships and/or awards, such as the Global Leadership Award, Awards of Recognition, Major Scholarships or In-Course Scholarships.
Student eligibility for renewal:
- Enrolled in a course load of at least 80 per cent or 12 credit hours (normally, four courses per term)
- Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.30 or higher in your previous year
Note, if your residency status changes to domestic, you will no longer be eligible to receive this award.
English Language Centre (ELC) Scholarship
Effective January 1, if you are an international student that has successfully completed the ELC program of study and are entering an undergraduate program at the university on a study permit, you may be eligible for one of the university’s ELC Scholarships.
Valued at $1,000 CAD, these scholarships will be awarded upon enrolment in the first year of an undergraduate program. The ELC Scholarships are one-time-only and are not renewable. Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and students receiving funding from a sponsor or third party are not eligible for this scholarship.
Awards of recognition
These awards recognize academic accomplishments for recent Canadian secondary-school graduates. If you are an international student who studied at an on-shore secondary school in Canada, you may be eligible to receive an award. The following amounts are automatically awarded in your first year based on your best six 4U/4M courses (or equivalent).
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$4,000 - 95 per cent or higher
- $2,000 - 90 to 94.9 per cent
- $1,000 - 85 to 89.9 per cent
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