Honours Molecular Biology and Genetics
Co-op
(B. Sc)
Through course and laboratory work, students have the opportunity to investigate various subjects such as microbiology, developmental biology, evolutionary processes, animal and plant diseases, bioinformatics, and gene regulation using the application of topics within the field of molecular biology and genetics. Additionally, students explore concepts such as the human genome and cancer with a large emphasis on genetics.
Future Pathways
Graduate Studies
Research
Education
Professional School (Medical, Law, Dental, etc.)
Biotechnology
Embryology​
Forensic Science
Genetic Counselling
Notable Professors
Juliet Daniel - Catenins and transcription factors in normal cell growth, cancer and development
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Marie Elliot - microbial development and antibiotic production
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André Bédard - Control of cell proliferation and transformation
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Suleiman Igdoura - Role of sialidase in human disease
Examples of
Upper Year Courses
BIOLOGY 2B03 - Cell Biology
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BIOLOGY 2EE3 - Introduction to Microbiology and Biotechnology
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BIOLOGY 3S03 - An Introduction to Bioinformatics
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MOLBIOL 2C03 - Genetics
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MOLBIOL 3B03 - Advanced Cell Biology
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MOLBIOL 3O03 - Microbial Genetics
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MOLBIOL 3V03 - Techniques in Molecular Genetics
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CHEM 2OA3 - Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2OB3 - Organic Chemistry II
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Academic and Work Terms for Molecular Biology and Genetics
Requirements
Enrolment in this program is limited. Selection is based on academic achievement and an interview but requires, as a minimum, submission of the on-line application by the stated deadline, completion of Level II of the Honours Molecular Biology and Genetics program with a Grade Point Average of at least 5.0 and completion of the following courses:
9 units from the following:
BIOLOGY 2B03 - Cell Biology
BIOLOGY 2EE3 - Introduction to Microbiology and Biotechnology
MOLBIOL 2C03 - Genetics
6 units from the following:
BIOLOGY 2A03 - Integrative Physiology of Animals
BIOLOGY 2D03 - Plant Biodiversity and Biotechnology
BIOLOGY 2F03 - Fundamental and Applied Ecology
6 units from the following:
CHEM 2OA3 - Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2OB3 - Organic Chemistry II
3 units
STATS 2B03 - Statistical Methods for Science
3 units from the following:
PHYSICS 1A03 - Introductory Physics
PHYSICS 1C03 - Physics for the Chemical and Physical Sciences
1 course
SCIENCE 2C00 - Skills for Career Success in Science
For more information, please visit the Academic Calendar below: