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36 Best Life Sciences Bachelor's Universities in Canada 2026

43 Life Sciences bachelor’s degrees in Canada are ranked for 2026 for applicants comparing first-degree study. It suits students who want a science foundation for further study or work after graduation.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

36 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UT University of Toronto logo

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 75 QS World #21 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 52,000 – CAD 70,500/yr
Founded
1827
2
AU Acadia University logo

Acadia University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
CU Concordia University logo

Concordia University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
DU Dalhousie University logo

Dalhousie University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
MU MacEwan University logo

MacEwan University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
10
MR Mount Royal University logo

Mount Royal University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
NU Nipissing University logo

Nipissing University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
QU Queen's University logo

Queen's University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Life Sciences?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Toronto, Acadia University, Canadian Mennonite University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Life Sciences cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Life Sciences abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Life Sciences at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Life Sciences at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences is the first degree route in this subject and usually leads to broader scientific study before any later specialisation. It suits applicants who want entry into biological and health-related fields, or a base for graduate study later.

The options in this group are all public universities. One is in Toronto, while the rest are spread across other Canadian university settings, so the choice is between a large city environment and other locations rather than between public and private provision. Tuition is published for one option at CAD 52,000 minimum; tuition for the others should be confirmed with each university.

Before applying, confirm the full tuition for your chosen programme, the campus or location, and the exact admission requirements. Also verify whether the programme is the main Life Sciences degree or a related major, because programme structure can differ by university.