- 2 years at RDP - 2 years at U of A, U of C or U of L
RDP offers the first one or two years of study toward a degree in biological sciences at Alberta universities. Details of the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, and The University of Lethbridge programs are given below.
For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides.
The courses offered in this program can be transferred in full to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen. You should be prepared to choose a major within the biological sciences.
A transfer student may obtain up to 2 full years credit in Biological Sciences at U of A, U of C, or U of L. (See the Alberta Transfer Guide.)
Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.
You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.
A degree in Bachelor of Science is extremely versatile, allowing students the ability to pursue many careers in almost any field. BSc Graduates will have superior skills in such things as scientific reasoning, data analysis and interpretation, hands-on laboratory skills, and research acumen. BSc graduates will be integral to advancing scientific knowledge, evolving many existing careers, and identifying new areas of work that currently do not exist.
Students are able to use a BSc Degree to pursue further studies in areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Studies, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, in addition to Masters and Doctoral designations in their field of Science.
Examples of careers include, but are not limited to:
Note: Some of these careers will require additional study beyond an undergraduate degree.
(Please note these credits are U of A credits.)
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Year 2
The UofA offers three different concentrations for their Biological Sciences degree: Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology, Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology, and Integrative Physiology. The second year schedule will depend on the concentration chosen. For more information, please contact the artscienceinfo [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (Advisors in the School of Arts and Sciences) or refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.
(Please note these credits are U of C credits.)
Note: Physics 30 is recommended for this program.
Suggested Pattern Year 2
Given the variety of Biological Sciences concentrations the UofC offers, please contact the artscienceinfo [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (Advisors in the School of Arts and Sciences) regarding the second year schedule, or refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.
If you plan to transfer to the UofL, please contact the artscienceinfo [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (Advisors in the School of Arts and Sciences).