Overview

The specialization in Ecology provides a strong background in field ecology relevant to ecological research, conservation and wildlife management. Graduates are well prepared for employment in the various fields of ecology, including graduate studies, teaching and wildlife, fish, habitat, park management and conservation.

 

• Gives students a strong background in field ecology relevant to ecological research, conservation and wildlife management

• Northern Ontario setting allows students to study elk, moose, deer, bears, wolves, ermines, fish, and other wildlie in their natural environment

• Program and Course Overview

 

First-year course overview

BIOL 1506 – Biology I + lab

BIOL 1507 – Biology II + lab

CHMI 1006 – Chemistry I + lab*

CHMI 1007 – Chemistry II + lab

MATH 1036 – Calculus I** MATH 1037 – Calculus II or MATH 1057 – Linear Algebra I

PHYS 1006 – Introductory Physics I + lab or PHYS 1206 - Physics for Life Science I

PHYS 1007 – Introductory Physics II + lab or PHYS 1207- Physics for Life Science II

+ electives (6 cr) in social sciences or humanities

* Students without grade 12 U-level chemistry or the equivalent must take CHMI 1041 – Chemical Concepts prior to CHMI 1006/7 – General Chemistry

** Students with a grade of 60% or less in grade 12 U-level Calculus or the equivalent must take MATH 1912 – Elementary Calculus prior to MATH 1036 – Calculus I

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements based on Grade 12 4U/M courses:

• 1 English or 1 Français (depending on language of study)

• 1 advanced functions

• 2 sciences or 1 science + 1 math

• 2 other courses

• Minimum average of 70%

Employment Prospects

Graduate studies, teaching, wildlife, fish, habitat, park management, conservation...

Credit Transfer

Credit transfer opportunities are available from other recognized postsecondary institutions and are typically evaluated on an individual basis. Some fast-tracking opportunities also exist