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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Marine Biology] From Dalhousie University

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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Marine Biology)

STEM Course

4 years

Full Time

Co Op & On Campus

Field of Study:

Marine Sciences,

Sciences

Ranked #251 out of 1200 by THE Global Ranking 2022

₹8.2 L/Yr

CA$13,298 /Yr

Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Marine Biology for a duration of 4 years.
It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
Dalhousie’s marine biology program qualifies students for technical positions in government fisheries laboratories, aquaculture farms, and consulting firms.
In the program’s field schools or in honours research courses, students will get plenty of hands-on opportunities to explore the ocean.
During the first two years, students will take general biology courses and foundation-building science courses.
In the third and fourth years, students will explore the ecology, diversity, physiology, and other aspects of marine animals and plants in greater depth.
Many marine biology students combine their studies with courses in chemistry or physics of the ocean, which are offered through the Department of Oceanography.
Students can also study some sample courses such as:
- Marine Mammalogy
- Deep-Sea Biology
- Introduction to Aquaculture
In this program, students will learn from the classroom, lab, and out in the field.
Students will get first-hand experience in various research methods, like gathering live samples and collecting and assessing data.
Marine biology students are offered a co-op education option.
Students who take advantage of the co-op option will be able to complete three work terms in the industry, government or university laboratories, or ecotourism.
Job opportunities after BA Marine Biology are Marine Biologist, Aquatic Technician, etc and the average salary goes up to 46,000 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹816497 (CAD 13298)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food	₹603009 (CAD 9821)
Books and supply	₹110520 (CAD 1800)
Total Cost	₹713529 (CAD 11621)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must have completed secondary school (Grade 12).
Students have to get a minimum overall average of 70% in academic English 12 and four additional academic subjects in Grade 12.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:

All-India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
Or, another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after standard XII

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Required Document List

Following are the required document:

Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores
Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

202320182017

Marine Sciences 301 out of 1502 in Global Ranking

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Career and Placement after Course

Possible career opportunities are:

Marine Biologist
Endangered Species Researcher
Marine Lawyer
Aquatic Technician
Laboratory Manager

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