Biology

What is Biology?

Biology is the study of living things and it deals with everything from earliest evolution to the environmental protection of our world. It examines the physical and biological processes that affect the life and death of genes, cells, individuals, populations, species and ecosystems.

The Biology Department at UNB offers courses in the diverse disciplines included in modern biology, ranging from the molecular level to ecology and evolutionary biology. While there is a significant interest in what most call the “pure science” aspects of biology, there is also a strong emphasis in the study of biological principles as they relate to practical matters in fields such as aquaculture, fisheries and wildlife forestry and agriculture.

Areas of Concentration

In addition to the general biology concentration, a variety of special concentrations are available. See the Undergraduate Calendar for course requirements and descriptions for the concentrations below:

  • Aquaculture and Fisheries
  • General Zoology
  • Marine Biology
  • Molecular and Microbiology
  • Parasitology
  • Physiology
  • Plant Biology
  • Wildlife, Ecology and Conservation

What Can You Be With A Bachelor of Science in Biology?

  • Lab Technician
  • Park Guide/Ranger/Interpreter
  • Museum/Aquarium worker
  • Research Technician
  • Naturalist/Educator
  • Scientific Writer/Journalist/Researcher
  • Marketing Manager
  • Public Relations Professional

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With additional education/training…

  • University/College Professor
  • Teacher
  • Research Consultant
  • Science/Policy Advisor
  • Lawyer
  • Dentist
  • Medical Doctor
  • Veterinarian
  • Zoo Biologist
  • Conservation Biologist

Where Can You Work?

A BSc in Biology allows you to work in a lab, work outdoors, work in sales, marketing, or writing and more! Here are just some examples:

  • Hospitals/Veterinary Clinics
  • Conservation Authorities
  • Environmental Consulting Firms
  • Pharmaceutical Firms
  • Agricultural Organizations
  • Food Industry
  • Bioinformatics
  • Federal and Provincial Government Agencies and Departments
  • Research Institutes
  • Universities/Colleges/Schools
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • Science Museums
  • Zoos
  • Parks
  • Nature Centres
  • Aquariums

What Skills Can You Develop?

Employers value the specific subject knowledge and the wide range of technical and interpersonal skills you’ll acquire through your Biology degree. These skills include:

  • Analysis and experimentation
  • Publishing experimental reports and results
  • Networking with other biologists and scientists
  • Ability to organize and conduct fieldwork
  • Knowledge of laboratory techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Presentation and communication skills
  • Statistical ability
  • Information/data handling
  • Evaluation and interpretation of data
  • Project management
  • Ability to present data logically
  • Problem solving
  • Scientific method development and application
  • Strong critical thinking and research
  • Ability to formulate and defend positions
  • Ability to operate scientific equipment

Professional Associations

Professional associations can be a great way to meet, learn from and network with professionals in your field of interest. Some associations offer student memberships, often at a reduced rate. Below is a sample of professional associations and industry-related websites you can explore.

Government of Canada

Province of New Brunswick

Contact the Department

UNB Department of Biology
Bailey Hall Room 29, 10 Bailey Drive
Fredericton NB E3B 6E1

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