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Study Natural Sciences in Canada 🇨🇦

Canada offers 274 Natural Sciences programs across 120 universities. Tuition ranges from $6k–$35k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 97% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

274 Programs
120 Universities
$6k–$35k/yr Tuition
97% STEM
17% Scholarships

Why Canada for Natural Sciences?

Living Cost

$15,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (149) Master (44) PhD (39) Diploma (31) Certificate (5) Graduate Certificate (2) null (2) University Transfer (1) Advanced Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Natural Sciences in Canada

University of Toronto Scarborough

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #21

Master of Environmental Science · Master Environmental Science (Specialist) · Bachelor Master of Environmental Science (MEnvSc) · Master Biological Sciences (Specialist) · Bachelor PhD in Environmental Science · PhD
University of Toronto Schools

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science · Bachelor
Université McGill

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science · Bachelor
Trinity College

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Pathobiology · Bachelor Immunology · Bachelor
University of Toronto Mississauga

Mississauga · National rank #1 · QS #29

Biology · Bachelor Forensic Science · Bachelor
Simon Fraser University

Burnaby · National rank #1 · QS #308

Environmental Science · Bachelor Science · Bachelor
McGill University

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor
University of Toronto

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Life Sciences · Bachelor
University of Victoria

Victoria · National rank #2 · QS #349

Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor PhD in Biology · PhD Master of Science in Biology · Master
Acadia University

Wolfville · National rank #3 · QS #751

PhD in Environmental Science · PhD Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor Master of Science in Biology · Master
University of Waterloo

Waterloo · National rank #3 · QS #119

Biology · Bachelor
University of Alberta

Edmonton · National rank #4 · QS #94

Biological Sciences · PhD Physics · Master Mathematics · Master Psychology · Bachelor Chemistry · PhD
McMaster University

Hamilton · National rank #4 · QS #173

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Neuroscience · Master PhD in Physics · PhD Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Life Sciences · Bachelor
Bishop's University

Sherbrooke · National rank #5

Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor Bachelor of Science (BSc) · Bachelor
Université de Montréal

Montreal · National rank #5 · QS #168

Baccalauréat en sciences biologiques · Bachelor
Western University

London · National rank #6 · QS #151

Bachelor of Science in Biology · Bachelor
University of Windsor

Windsor · National rank #7 · QS #546

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science · Bachelor
Ontario Institute of Technology

Oshawa · National rank #7 · QS #1401

Forensic Science · Bachelor Modelling and Computational Science · PhD Applied Bioscience · PhD
University of Saskatchewan

Saskatoon · National rank #10 · QS #378

Toxicology · PhD Biology · Bachelor Chemistry · PhD
University of Northern British Columbia

Prince George · National rank #11 · QS #781

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology · Bachelor Biology · Bachelor Environmental Science · Bachelor Master of Science in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies · Master Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies · Master PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies · PhD

All Programs

Master of Science - Food Science

University of Guelph

Master STEM

PhD - Environmental Sciences

University of Guelph

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Sciences

University of Guelph

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Environmental Science

Acadia University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Acadia University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Biology

Acadia University

Master STEM

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of Northern British Columbia

Bachelor STEM

Biology

University of Northern British Columbia

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Science

University of Northern British Columbia

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies

University of Northern British Columbia

Master STEM

Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Northern British Columbia

Master

PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies

University of Northern British Columbia

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

University of Windsor

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Applied Life Sciences

Lakehead University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Brandon University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Brandon University

Bachelor STEM

Actuarial Science

University of Calgary

Bachelor STEM Aid

Astrophysics

University of Calgary

Bachelor STEM Aid

Sustainable Energy Dev

University of Calgary

Master STEM Aid

Data Science & Analytics

University of Calgary

Master STEM Aid

Computer Science

University of Calgary

Bachelor STEM Aid

Biology

Trent University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Science: Pure & Applied Science

Collège Champlain

Diploma STEM Aid

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Trent University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Science: Health Science

Collège Champlain

Diploma STEM Aid

Biology

Lakehead University

PhD STEM Aid

Science: Pure & Applied

Collège Champlain

Diploma STEM Aid

Integrated Environmental Planning

Selkirk College

Bachelor STEM

Geographic Information Systems

Selkirk College

Bachelor STEM

Associate of Science - Biology

Selkirk College

Bachelor STEM

Land and Water Management

Assiniboine Community College

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Royal Military College of Canada

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Human Science

Athabasca University

Bachelor STEM

Boreal Ecology

Laurentian University

PhD STEM

Chemical Sciences

Laurentian University

Bachelor STEM

Forensic Science

Laurentian University

Bachelor STEM

Biology

Laurentian University

Bachelor STEM

Applied Chemistry

Red River College

Bachelor STEM

Applied Environmental Science

Red River College

Bachelor STEM

Applied Biology

Red River College

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Biology

York University

Master STEM

Biotechnology

Brock University

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Studies

York University

Bachelor

Biological Sciences

Brock University

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Brock University

PhD STEM

Sustainability Science

Brock University

Master STEM

Maîtrise en biologie végétale

Université Laval

Master STEM

Baccalauréat en sciences biologiques

UQAM

Bachelor STEM

Maîtrise en sciences de l'environnement

UQAM

Master STEM

Associate of Science Degree

Northwest Community College

Diploma STEM

Toxicology

University of Saskatchewan

PhD STEM

Biology

University of Saskatchewan

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

University of Saskatchewan

PhD STEM

Ecosystem Management Technology

Fleming College

Bachelor STEM

Doctorat en sciences de l'environnement

UQTR

PhD STEM

Biotechnology - Advanced

Fleming College

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Technology

Fleming College

Bachelor STEM

Honours Bachelor of Applied Technology (Biotechnology)

Fanshawe College

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science (Associate Degree Transfer)

Okanagan College

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Science

University of Toronto Faculty of Arts and Science

Bachelor STEM

Oceanography

Dalhousie University

PhD STEM

Psychology

Dalhousie University

PhD STEM

Marine Biology

Dalhousie University

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Dalhousie University

PhD STEM

Biological Sciences

University of Alberta

PhD STEM

Physics

University of Alberta

Master STEM

Mathematics

University of Alberta

Master STEM

Chemistry

Dalhousie University

Bachelor STEM

Psychology

University of Alberta

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

University of Alberta

PhD STEM

Biotechnology - Advanced

Centennial College

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Technology

Centennial College

Bachelor STEM

Applied Science

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Astronomy

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Computing Science

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Science in Biology

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Biology

Saint Mary's University

PhD STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

Saint Mary's University

PhD STEM Aid

Biology

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Forensic Science

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Mathematics

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Science in Chemistry

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Master of Science in Geology

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry

Saint Mary's University

PhD STEM Aid

Chemistry

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Physics

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Science in Applied Science

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Master of Science in Physics

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Environmental Science

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Geology

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Science in Astronomy

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy

Saint Mary's University

PhD STEM Aid

Master of Science in Computing Science

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Master of Science in Mathematics

Saint Mary's University

Master STEM Aid

Doctor of Philosophy in Computing Science

Saint Mary's University

PhD STEM

Techniques de laboratoire - Biotechnologie

La Cité collégiale

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

Royal Military College of Canada

Bachelor STEM

Master of Environmental Science

University of Toronto Scarborough

Master STEM

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Natural Sciences in Canada?
Tuition for Natural Sciences programs in Canada ranges from $6k–$35k/yr. 17% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $15k.
What are the English language requirements for Natural Sciences in Canada?
English-taught Natural Sciences programs in Canada typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Natural Sciences programs are in Canada?
Abroadly lists 274 Natural Sciences programs at 120 universities across Canada. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Natural Sciences programs in Canada STEM-designated?
97% of Natural Sciences programs in Canada carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Canada a good country for Natural Sciences students?
Canada is a strong choice for Natural Sciences with 120 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English/French, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Natural Sciences in Canada?
In Canada, Natural Sciences programs are offered at: Master (44 programs), PhD (39 programs), Bachelor (149 programs), Diploma (31 programs), Certificate (5 programs), Graduate Certificate (2 programs), null (2 programs), University Transfer (1 programs), Advanced Diploma (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.