Master in Biological Sciences

Located in Windsor, Ontario, the University of Windsor is a comprehensive public institution with a long history and a community-focused approach to higher education. Founded in 1857, Windsor serves approximately 16,000 students, including about 1,500 international students, and offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, engineering, business, law, education and social work. The university is known for personalized attention and accessible faculty.

Windsor emphasizes experiential learning and strong ties to industry, giving students hands-on opportunities through co-op placements, internships and community-engaged projects. With 112 distinct programs, students can tailor studies to career goals and gain practical skills valued by employers. Small class sizes and applied learning environments support close mentorship and collaborative projects with local partners, including cross-border initiatives given Windsor’s proximity to the United States.

Campus life combines the advantages of a compact city with affordable living and rich cultural variety. International students benefit from targeted services for orientation, academic advising and career development, plus active student clubs and volunteer opportunities. Prospective applicants should research program-specific requirements early, consider co-op or internship pathways, and make use of the university’s support for housing and settlement to ease transition to life and study in Canada.

The Master in Biological Sciences at the University of Windsor is a graduate program for students who want to do research in biology. It's a master's degree that takes place in English and lasts for several years. You'll work closely with faculty who are known for their research and take classes to help you with your thesis.

The curriculum is focused on research, and you'll get to work on projects like aquatic ecology, developmental genetics, and evolutionary biology. You'll also take classes and give seminars to help you develop your skills as a researcher.

Graduates of this program can go on to become research scientists, laboratory managers, science teachers, conservation biologists, or science writers. They can work in universities, government agencies, or private companies, and can also go on to do further study in fields like medicine or veterinary medicine.