Anatomy and Cell Biology Undergraduate Program
Career Paths
Through Anatomy and Cell Biology, you can start a career in academic research, biotechnology, teaching, or the health professions.
Students with undergraduate training in Anatomy and Cell Biology and high academic standings can often gain admission to professional school programs in the various health sciences (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Veterinary Medicine, Optometry, Chiropractics, etc).
Opportunities in research include technical positions in biomedical research laboratories in universities, government research institutes, and industrial biotechnology companies. Some entry level positions may still be obtained with a B.Sc. degree alone, but many positions now require more advanced research training at the M.Sc. (or Ph.D.) levels.
Graduates of 4-year Majors and Honours programs in Anatomy/Cell Biology may continue on to further studies leading to the Masters (M.Sc.) or Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees in various disciplines of life sciences and health sciences at this university or other universities in Canada and abroad. Advanced training at the post-graduate level is becoming increasingly important in today's high-technology workplace.
Anatomy and Cell Biology graduates with Ph.D. degrees have opportunities for academic research and teaching careers within universities and research institutions. Teaching positions in colleges require advanced training at the M.Sc. or Ph.D. levels.
Academic Advising
It is strongly recommended that all students majoring in Anatomy & Cell Biology make an appointment to see the Academic Advisor even if they have visited their Degree Works page.
1. Access DegreeWorks:
- Log into PAWS with your NSID and password;
- Click the Academics tab;
- Locate the My Academic Profile channel;
- Click the DegreeWorks button or link.
2. Do some advance research and have a list of classes you are interested in BEFORE your meeting.
During the official advising period from mid March to April 30, students enrolled in BSc degree programs Anatomy & Cell Biology or any students interested in the Department's undergraduate programs can book an academic advising appointment by contacting an academic advisor.
ACB BMSC Course Details
Listing of the courses in the common core curriculum. This common Year 1/2 course platform provides students with an educational foundation and skill set in the various biomedical sciences disciplines that enables them make an informed choice as to which specific degree major including ACB they wish to pursue as they progress into Years 3 and 4 of their B.Sc. program.
Listing of the courses for each specific ACB degree programs.
Quick list of courses to search
ACB 310.3 — Basic Human Anatomy
ACB 325.3 — Advanced Cell Biology
ACB 330.3 — Principles of Development
ACB 331.3 — Methods in Cell and Developmental Biology
ACB 333.3 — Cellular Neurobiology
ACB 334.3 — Introductory Neuroanatomy
ACB 400.3 — Imaging and Anatomy
ACB 401.6 — Undergraduate Research Project
ACB 405.3 — Current Topics in Cell Biology
ACB 406.3 — Comparative Vertebrate Histology
ACB Club
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Treasurer | Caitlin Lynch |
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Graduate Rep | Lisa Poon |
4th Year Rep | Benjamin McMillan |
3rd Year Rep | Valerie Rozwadowski |
2nd Year Rep | Gabrielle Mercier |
1st Year Rep | Avani Saxena |
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