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Agriculture (BSc) at Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University, Canada

Programme overview

Study the science behind sustainable food systems, environmental stewardship, and agricultural innovation while gaining hands-on experience in a real-world learning environment. Explore the science behind plants, animals, and food systems, and learn how they connect to real challenges in agriculture.

Faculty: Agriculture  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September and January  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

Experienced faculty and state-of-the-art facilities make Dalhousie's Faculty of Agriculture in Truro the ideal place to study. It’s more than just a school, it’s a real-world environment where students put theory into practice. You’ll choose from a diverse selection of majors that combine the core disciplines of agricultural sciences with business management and innovative technology.

Career pathways

Agriculture in today's world is an interesting and challenging industry where you can have a real impact. This degree gives you the opportunity to study plant science, environmental science, international food business, aquaculture, and many more. With this degree, you can work in roles that support food production, research, and sustainable farming.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum overall average: 75% Academic English 12 Pre-calculus Math 12* Three additional academic subjects *If you don't have the appropriate pre-calculus math class, but are otherwise qualified, you may be admitted on the condition that you complete a Grade 12 pre-calculus equivalent upgrading course before you arrive at Dalhousie.

International applicants: CAD 30,906 a year (2026). 2026-27 International Fee Schedule - Guaranteed Tuition Model (international undergraduate students entering Fall 2024 or later): guaranteed tuition per year for the faculty, with course-dependent auxiliary fees, society and mandatory incidental fees excl Source

Undergraduate entry is in September (Fall term); applications for Fall 2027 open on October 1.

September 2027 entry, program-specific deadlines: February 15, 2027 for Bachelor of Science (Nursing), Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science (Medical Sciences) and Bachelor of Social Work; March 1, 2027 for Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies (Architecture); June 15, 2027 for Bachelor of Health Sciences (Post-Diploma only). Other programs can be considered before classes start in September where space is available. Entrance scholarship application deadline is February 15, 2027; admission deposit deadline is May 1, 2027; guaranteed residence application deadline is May 15, 2027.

Apply through the official page: https://www.dal.ca/admissions/how-to-apply.html

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