Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Marine Biology)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #251 out of 1200 by THE Global Ranking 2022
$25,022 /Yr
CA$33,814 /Yr
- Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Marine Biology for a duration of 4 years.
- It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
- Dalhousie’s marine biology program qualifies students for technical positions in government fisheries laboratories, aquaculture farms, and consulting firms.
- In the program’s field schools or in honours research courses, students will get plenty of hands-on opportunities to explore the ocean.
- During the first two years, students will take general biology courses and foundation-building science courses.
- In the third and fourth years, students will explore the ecology, diversity, physiology, and other aspects of marine animals and plants in greater depth.
- Many marine biology students combine their studies with courses in chemistry or physics of the ocean, which are offered through the Department of Oceanography.
- Students can also study some sample courses such as:
- Marine Mammalogy
- Deep-Sea Biology
- Introduction to Aquaculture
- In this program, students will learn from the classroom, lab, and out in the field.
- Students will get first-hand experience in various research methods, like gathering live samples and collecting and assessing data.
- Marine biology students are offered a co-op education option.
- Students who take advantage of the co-op option will be able to complete three work terms in the industry, government or university laboratories, or ecotourism.
- Job opportunities after BA Marine Biology are Marine Biologist, Aquatic Technician, etc and the average salary goes up to 46,000 USD.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Priority Application Deadline | Feb 15, 2025 |
Final Application Deadline | May 1, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $25022 (CAD 33814) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Food | $7268 (CAD 9821) |
Books and supply | $1332 (CAD 1800) |
Compulsory Fees | $1733 (CAD 2342) |
Total Cost | $10333 (CAD 13963) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have completed secondary school (Grade 12).
- Students have to get a minimum overall average of 70% in academic English 12 and four additional academic subjects in Grade 12.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
- Or, another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after standard XII
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores
- Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
- Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Priority Application Deadline (15th Feb 2025) Final Application Deadline (1st May 2025) | USD 25,022 /Yr CAD 33,814 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake (1st Feb 2025) | USD 42,179 /Yr CAD 56,999 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For May Intake (1st Jan 2025) Application Deadline For September Intake (1st May 2025) | USD 50,592 /Yr CAD 68,367 /Yr |
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Marine Biologist
- Endangered Species Researcher
- Marine Lawyer
- Aquatic Technician
- Laboratory Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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General Entrance Award Program Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 35,520/Yr$48,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Jared J. Davis Grant | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International Student Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,480/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 2,960/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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