Double Degree - Honours Bachelor of Science - Biology & Bachelor of Education - Intermediate/Senior (Accelerated)

Biology is the study of plants, animals and the diversity of life in an evolutionary context. Biology students will gain insight into how organisms interact, how genes are inherited, how creatures evolve and much more. Lakehead University programs are practical and hands-on with research and fieldwork opportunities in almost every course to enhance in-class learning.

Students will be exposed to the central aspects of Biology including: • Form and Function • Cell and Molecular Biology • Genetics • Evolution • Biodiversity • Systematics • Ecology and Environmental Biology

Students have the freedom to study Biology in a way that suits their career aspirations. Students may choose courses that will prepare students to become a professional biologist, or they can combine their biological studies with a major in Chemistry, Geography, Environmental Studies or Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism.

Lakehead University program also offers 4 areas of concentration that will allow students to further study a particular area of interest including: • Animal Sciences • Biodiversity & Conservation • Plant Sciences • Neuroscience

The small size of the department allows students to become involved with ongoing faculty research, ranging from ecology to biorefining. Exciting professional opportunities exist for them post-graduation with further study in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine or graduate school.

Lakehead University’s Faculty of Education prepares prospective teachers for a dynamic and rewarding career through unique and innovative programming. By emphasizing critical thinking skills and collaborative learning, students will have the flexibility to explore the teaching methods, concepts and values that are meaningful to them.

This program emphasizes practical, experiential learning to ensure students are fully prepared to enter into the workforce post-graduation. Lakehead University’s programs are continually adapted to encompass a variety of educational settings and training opportunities in two divisions: • Primary-Junior (P/J): JK – Grade 6 • Intermediate-Senior (I/S): Grades 7-12

The Concurrent Education program allows students to take courses in both the Faculty of Education and the faculty offering their academic major before taking two years exclusively with the Faculty of Education; five-year program.