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Associate of Science in Biology
- North Vancouver, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Biology degree focused on molecular and human biology with research and community internships.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain core scientific concepts in Bachelor of Science in Biology and interpret evidence from scientific inquiry. Develop analytical
- Research
- And scientific-communication skills appropriate to the program.
Career outcomes
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Physician assistant studies
- Physical therapy
- Veterinary medicine
- Chiropractic care
- Biotechnology
- Cell and molecular biology
- Biomedicine
Curriculum
- Four-year degree emphasising molecular and human biology
- With three concentrations including Human and Health Sciences. Electives in microbiology
- Psychology
- Anthropology and health management. Students may take part in faculty research projects and community internships.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent) with a 2.0 (60%) average on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses
- Program prerequisites may apply. Source: capilanou.ca admission requirements
- Additional academic criteria: Grade 12 average of 2.0 (60%) on English 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses (general CapU minimum
- Programmes may set higher).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation (BC Grade 12 or international equivalent, see CapU equivalencies list), English 12 or equivalent with 2.0 (60%) plus two academic Grade 12 courses, some programmes add portfolio, audition, interview or course prerequisites
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
How to apply
- Review the Science in Biology admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the institution's international admissions service. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,452 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | North Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts & Sciences |
| Department | School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Capilano University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Science in Biology. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Sept 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $22,452 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $40,500 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 120.