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Biology (M.Sc.)

Study the science of life. This includes all organisms from the microscopic to whole communities of plants and animals.

Overview

Are you passionate about addressing issues in diseases, protecting natural resources, animal welfare, or combating the detrimental effects of environmental pollution? Join us and become the catalyst for a brighter, healthier, and more sustainable future.

Our Biology M.Sc. program provides students with the opportunity to complete a research thesis in one of three fields of study: Molecular and Cell Biology, Animal and Plant Biology, or Ecology and Evolution.

You will have the chance to work alongside experienced scientists and receive guidance from an Advisory Committee throughout your studies. The program is taught in English; however, Francophone faculty members may support Francophone students during their studies.

During the first year of studies, students typically take three courses and focus on research during the second year. With the help of their supervisor, students choose courses that provide a comprehensive understanding of topics relevant to their research field and personal interests.

Biology M.Sc. students who have a GPA above 75% can be considered for a paid Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTA) for various undergraduate courses.

After graduation, our students can explore various career opportunities in fields such as environmental consulting, federal and provincial ministries, mining, conservation agencies, biomedical research, chiropractic, dentistry, physiotherapy, human and veterinary medicine, naturopathy, teaching, wildlife, fish, habitat, park management, conservation, and many others.

Key Features

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Highly collaborative research with members in other Laurentian University units, other research centres in the city, Ontario, and even other provinces and countries.
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Small classes provide unique opportunities for all our students to interact with other peers and faculty members.
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Great opportunity to receive a paid Graduate Teaching Assistantship.

Career Opportunities

After graduation, our students can explore various career opportunities in fields such as:

  • Biomedical research
  • Chiropractic
  • Conservation agencies (wildlife, fish, habitat)
  • Dentistry
  • Environmental consulting
  • Federal and provincial ministries
  • Human and veterinary medicine
  • Mining
  • Naturopathy
  • Nongovernmental conservation agencies
  • Park management
  • Physiotherapy
  • Teaching

James Lee

As a graduate biology student at Laurentian, I am grateful to have the opportunity to conduct research in a medical laboratory at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM). This collaboration between Laurentian and NOSM has provided me with unique experiences that have taught me so much about the world of biomedical research. The path of research can often be stressful, but the supportive atmosphere of fellow student researchers and staff at Laurentian and NOSM have created a positive environment where I can expand my knowledge, develop new laboratory skills, and form connections that will help advance my career.

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Program Details

Faculty Members

Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) Cross-appointed Faculty:

  • Douglas Boreham
  • Tom Kovala
  • Alexander Moise
  • T.C. Tai
  • Sujeenthar Tharmalingam
  • Christopher Thome
Jacqueline Litzgus

Jacqueline Litzgus

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Mery Martinez Garcia

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Kabwe Nkongolo

Kabwe Nkongolo

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Peter Ryser

Peter Ryser

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Mazen Saleh

Mazen Saleh

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Albrecht Schulte-Hostedde

Albrecht Schulte-Hostedde

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Jean-Francois Robitaille

Jean-Francois Robitaille

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Jeffrey Gagnon

Jeffrey Gagnon

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Blake Dotta

Blake Dotta

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Aseem Kumar

Aseem Kumar

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Thomas Merritt

Thomas Merritt

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Abdelwahab Omri

Abdelwahab Omri

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Amadeo Parissenti

Amadeo Parissenti

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Guangdong Yang

Guangdong Yang

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