The School of Science offers university-transfer courses in mathematics and in the earth, life and physical sciences.

Students can complete a one-year Certificate of Science, a two-year Diploma of Northern Science or a four-year Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences degree.

The Certificate of Science is awarded for the completion of the equivalent of one year of full-time university-level study (30 credits) in the sciences that meets the requirements below.

Students also have the opportunity to take second year courses that are commonly required for continuing studies in biology and life science-related fields. These studies can allow you to specialize in:

medicine
nutrition
molecular or cell biology
genetics
zoology
botany
ecology
animal behavior
physiology
Yukon University offers most courses needed for the first two years of a Bachelor of Science degree program with a major in Biology.

Duration
Each student will construct their study plan in consultation with a program advisor who will take into account their long-term goals, level of preparation and external commitments. Many permutations are possible to accommodate students’ specific situations.

With a career in Science, you may specialize in:

veterinary medicine
pharmacology
engineering
nutrition
teaching
environment
molecular or cell biology
genetics
zoology
botany
ecology
animal behavior
physiology