According to their area of interest, students are encouraged to find a potential supervisor, and arrange with this individual to apply to the M.Sc. program. Documents normally required are: (1) a letter of application, (2) a resume, (3) official transcripts, (4) addresses of 3 referees, and (5) any other pertinent information (diplomas, TOLF, publications, etc.). Students entering the Biology M.Sc. Program normally have a 4-year degree or equivalent in Biology; however, in special circumstances, students from chemistry, biochemistry, earth sciences, neuroscience, and psychology have been accepted, provided that their thesis topic fits their past academic experience.