The admission requirements and fees referred to in this guide apply to Canadian students only. International students should refer to the International Students section of the current Malaspina calendar. The Program Malaspina offers a four-year Bachelor of Science Biology degree in partnership with the University of Victoria. This program takes advantage of the small size of our institution and emphasizes a hands-on , integrative approach to learning.
Versatility is another key feature of the biology program.
Students can spend two years at Malaspina and then obtain transfer credit to one of these universities, or finish their degree at Malaspina. An exciting and distinctive aspect of the program is that fourth-year students conduct an undergraduate research project under the supervision of a faculty member of an external professional biologist. This activity develops critical independent thinking skills and introduces students to the fun and challenges of research in the life sciences. Both are among the most prominent, prestigious marine facilities on the west coast of North America and offer exciting experiences for students. Several Malaspina faculty are engaged in collaborative research with scientists at PBS, located in Nanaimo.