University of Guelph campus

Engineering

MSc Animal Biosciences at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

In addition to a core group of faculty members, the Department of Animal Biosciences works closely with professionals from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF), Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), and other affiliated organizations. The graduate program encompasses the MSc by thesis, the PhD, and the Master of Animal Biosciences (MABS).

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The MSc program involves advanced courses and the completion of a research project. These are means of developing the skills and intellectual curiosity that may further qualify the student for a leadership role within animal organizations and industries or serve as a prerequisite for doctoral studies.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

An honours baccalaureate, with a minimum average grade of `B' during the last 2 years of full-time equivalent study. For Canadian degrees, we interpret this as the last 20 semester courses, however we do not split a semester and we will not consider any fewer than 16 courses.

Domestic applicants: CAD 7,132 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $2,377.53 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

International applicants: CAD 20,512 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $6,837.54 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Application deadlines are listed on each programme page. The application fee is $125 for most graduate programmes; $150 for MBA, MA Leadership, MCLC, MPAcc and MRE; non-refundable and payable to OUAC.

Explore more study programmes

Engineering

Agriculture (Honours)

University of Guelph, Canada

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Fall entry (September) for Canadian high school, international and transfer applicants; winter 2027

Engineering

Animal Science (Honours)

University of Guelph, Canada

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Fall entry (September) for Canadian high school, international and transfer applicants; winter 2027

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.