RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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HONOURS BIOLOGY
Acceptance into the Honours program at the beginning of U3 requires a CGPA of 3.50 and approval of a 9- credit Independent Studies project (see listing of BIOL 479D1/BIOL 479D2, for details). For an Honours degree, a minimum CGPA of 3.50 at Graduation and adherence to the program are the additional requirements.
INDEPENDENT RESEARCH
The Biology Department offers several Independent Research Projects to provide students with opportunities to experience biological research. These projects can be initiated at any time during your undergraduate degree and may count toward complementary credits for your program.
FIELD COURSES
McGill’s Biology Field Courses offer hands-on learning in diverse environments—from local forests to tropical coasts and fossil beds. These short, intensive courses (usually in summer or winter) let students apply ecological, marine, or paleontological concepts directly in the field. Many include travel and lab components, with extra fees covering accommodations, meals, and materials. For details and current offerings, visit the McGill Biology Field Courses page.
FIELD SEMESTERS
McGill’s Biology Field Semesters are immersive, full-time programs where students live and study in the field for an entire term. Offered in the fall and winter, they combine multiple courses focused on ecology, evolution, and conservation in unique environments. Students gain hands-on research experience, often contributing to real-world scientific studies. These programs are competitive and include travel, with additional fees. Learn more on the McGill Biology Field Semesters page.
OTHER LISTINGS
We encourage you to check out the Science Undergraduate Research Awards (SURA) and the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award. Both of these awards are coordinated individually with a professor.
NEED HELP?
Check out the SRI Student Handbook, created by the McGill Student Research Initiative for info on how to compose an email to professors, how to create a CV, and more!