Program Information

School: Western University
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Degree: Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study: Genetics, General
Description: Creativity is the essence of Science at Western. Engage your intellectual curiosity to recognize the deeper patterns formed from observations, experimentation, facts and probabilities. Subtle mutations in the genetic code can have extensive consequences not only for the individual organism, but also for following generations. Explore a wide range of topics in genetics with emphasis on concepts, principles, modern genetic technologies and their application to diverse organisms from humans to microbes. The Honors Specialization module includes an optional individual research project, as well as a course emphasizing library research on individual topics and communication skills. The Faculty of Science offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Please see website for more information.
URL: Genetics at Western University
Length: 4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $30,931

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* 80 to 86
Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 

Two of: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Math of Data Management (MDM4U), Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Physics (SPH4U), Earth and Space Sciences (SES4U), Computer and Information Science (ICS4U).
Test Scores:

  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83] or Test of Written English (part of TOEFL) [min. 5]