COURSE CURRICULUM

The Biological Sciences (MSc) program at the University of Manitoba offers a diverse array of graduate-level courses designed to support students in advanced biological research. These courses equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills across a range of disciplines within the life sciences. BIOL 7100: Core Skills in Biological Sciences Research focuses on essential academic and professional skills including scientific writing and research ethics. BIOL 7140: Advanced Physiology explores the complex physiological processes in various organisms, while BIOL 7202: Evolutionary Biology covers concepts in evolutionary mechanisms and patterns. BIOL 7220: Critical Thinking in Biological Sciences sharpens students’ analytical abilities through the evaluation of current literature. For those focused on animal biology, BIOL 7230: Advanced Topics in Zoology offers in-depth study of animal systems and behavior. BIOL 7302: Environmental Biology and Ecology provides insights into ecosystems and environmental interactions. BIOL 7360: Problems in Biological Statistics and BIOL 7450: Methods and Approaches to the Analysis of Biological Data Part 2 give students the tools to manage and interpret complex datasets. BIOL 7554: Molecular Biology of Eukaryotes (DNA) delves into gene expression and regulation, while BIOL 7590: Pathology of Trees and Shrubs explores plant diseases and their ecological impacts.