Why study this program?
The Integrative Biology major will enhance your ability to assess the world through the scientific lens. Through in-depth and hands-on learning, learn to apply the biological foundations of evolution, function, and development across three levels of biological organization (cells, organisms, and ecosystems). The flexibility within this newly designed major will expose you to a wide variety of advanced scientific discovery and nurture your appreciation for the diversity of life on earth!
Why study at the University of Alberta?
Augustana is a small campus located in Camrose, Alberta, just one hour southeast of Edmonton. This liberal arts and science campus is home to just over 1,000 students from across Canada and around the world. Augustana offers degree programs in an intimate and personalized setting, with an average class size of 22 people.
Each semester is comprised of a three-week session studying a single course, followed by a more traditional 11-week session studying up to four courses. This gives you the opportunity to dive deeper into research, travel, and other experiential learning endeavors, while at the same time reducing stress and workload.
- Bacteriologist
- Biological Technician
- Biologist
- Botanist
- Cancer Researcher
- Conservationist
- Cytologist
- Ecologist
- Entomologist
- Environmental Education Specialist
Christine, from Toronto, is a BSc Biology student at Augustana. Christine was a recipient of the Schulich Leader Scholarship in her first year and hopes to one day become a pediatrician. She also skydives and flies Cessnas.
Admissions Requirements for 2025 - 2026
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Because the U of A wants you to succeed, our admissions policy ensures that all students, regardless of citizenship, have the language skills they need to understand, participate and learn in our classes. The primary language of instruction in our classes, with the exception of those at the Faculté Saint-Jean, is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy refer to the U of A Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
At the U of A, we are committed to encouraging Indigenous Students in their work towards a degree. Indigenous students have been under-represented in higher education in Canada, thus our policy is aimed at increasing opportunity, with the goal of our Aboriginal student population being representative of the public we serve. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students refer to the U of A Calendar.
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The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
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