Marine Biology (BSc) or (BA) at Dalhousie University

Dive into studying marine life while building real-world skills that can lead to hands-on careers in labs, field research, or the marine economy. If you’re passionate about the ocean, Dalhousie University is where you want to be. Located on the Atlantic Coast, Dal is a national leader in marine biology education and research, with tremendous hands-on learning opportunities. You could find yourself tracking marine wildlife, running underwater experiments, or analyzing ecosystems - doing real research you're a part of, not just learning about.

Faculty: Science  |  Department: Department of Biology  |  Study mode: co-op  |  Intake: September, January  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

During your first two years, you’ll take general biology courses and foundation-building science courses. In the third and fourth year, you’ll explore ecology, diversity, physiology, and other aspects of marine animals and plants in greater depth.

Career pathways

Dalhousie’s marine biology program qualifies you for positions in sectors such as government, laboratories, aquaculture, and consulting. In the program’s field courses or in honours research courses, you’ll get hands-on opportunities to explore the ocean and graduate prepared for the exciting challenges of a diverse range of marine-related careers.

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