Environmental Biology University of Regina

Overview

The Environmental Biology programme at the University of Regina offers a comprehensive scientific exploration of how living organisms interact with their surroundings. This degree focuses on the critical impact of human activities on diverse ecosystems and the various species that inhabit them.

This unique qualification is delivered as a joint initiative with partner institutions including Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Lethbridge College, and Lakeland College. Students typically complete a two-year technical diploma before transferring to the university for a further two years of study. This pathway ensures graduates possess both practical field expertise and robust theoretical knowledge.

The curriculum covers a broad range of contemporary topics such as biological modelling, wildlife biology, and plant physiology.

Why Environmental Biology at the University of Regina?

The university is home to a Tier-1 Canada Research Chair and several experts who serve on key scientific journal editorial boards. Students benefit from an exceptional ratio of expert mentorship and access to high-specification research equipment. The biology department is specifically noted for its international leadership in water resources.

Extensive facilities support the learning experience, including an aquatics facility, a fish swim performance lab, and an animal care centre. The Institute of Environmental Change and Society provides world-class infrastructure for stable isotope analysis and proteomics. Students also utilise the Cypress Hills Field Station for immersive outdoor research.

Experiential learning is a core component of the student experience, with opportunities to conduct independent research alongside faculty members. These projects help develop sought-after skills in project design, execution, and scientific communication. Many professors are award-winning educators dedicated to undergraduate success.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 1143 per credit
• National fee: CAD 568 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Conservation Biology
• Limnology
• Animal Behaviour
• Modelling Biological Data
• Global Biogeochemistry
• Plant Physiology
• Ecology
• Physical Geography
• Resource Analysis

Careers with Environmental Biology

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse professional roles within both the public and private sectors. Many find employment with government agencies, environmental consulting firms, and conservation organisations like Ducks Unlimited. The programme develops the analytical thinking and communication skills required for high-level scientific roles.

Common career destinations for graduates include positions as ecologists, environmental impact assessors, and biostatisticians. Others pursue specialised roles such as plant physiologists, biogeographers, or science policy analysts. The combination of technical field training and academic rigour makes alumni highly competitive in the job market.