46 Master's Programs in Biology in Canada

Specializations within biology

Top universities for Biology in Canada

Ranked by how many biology programs each one runs in Canada — the count is next to the name.

• Fairleigh Dickinson University - Vancouver (7)
• University of Ottawa (6)
• Laval University, Quebec City (6)
• Dalhousie University (4)
• University of Manitoba (3)
• University of Saskatchewan (3)
• Algoma University (2)
• University of Waterloo, Canada (2)
• Memorial University of Newfoundland (2)
• Trent University (2)

January intake in Canada

9 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Biological Sciences — University of Windsor · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Microbiology-immunology - with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Food Sciences - food microbiology - with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Veterinary Microbiology — University of Saskatchewan · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Cellular and Molecular Biology - with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Biology - with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027

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Masters (MS) in Biology in Canada: common questions

How many biology programs are there in Canada?

46 biology masters programs at 19 universities in Canada are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a biology degree in Canada cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in biology in Canada is 10,940 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 6,371 USD and 16,979 USD a year.

Can I study biology in Canada in English?

Yes — 100% of the biology programs in Canada in our catalog are taught in English (46 of 46).