The School of Science offers university-transfer courses in mathematics and in the earth, life and physical sciences. Students can complete a one-year Certificate of Science, a two-year Diploma of Northern Science (Biological Sciences) or a four-year Bachelor of Science degree.
The Diploma of Northern Science (Biological Sciences) is designed for those who wish either to enter a scientific profession or to work in the North at the technical level.
A wide choice of electives enables students to concentrate on a particular field of study or to construct a general science program with a strong northern focus.
In the first year, students have two options:
- Complete the Yukon University Certificate of Science (or equivalent) OR
- Complete a first-year program comprised of Chemistry, English and selected electives.
Building on this base, in their second year, students take the Northern Studies Core as well as northern-oriented science electives and develop practical expertise with the NOST 215 field course. Other courses and are possible, please see an advisor for more information.
Suggested course schedule
Year one - Fall
CHEM 110, ENGL 100, Science elective such as MATH 100, Science elective such as BIOL 101, Elective (e.g. PHYS 101)
Year one - Winter
CHEM 111, ENGL 101, MATH 101, Science elective such as BIOL 102, Science elective
Year two - Fall
NOST 215, Science Electives (200-level) (e.g. BIOL 201, 202, 203, 220, CHEM 210, 211), Science Elective (200-level) (e.g. GEOG 250), Elective
Year two - Winter
Science Elective (200-level), Science Elective (200-level), Science Elective, Elective
The Diploma of Northern Science (Biological Sciences) is awarded for the completion of the equivalent of two years of full-time university-level study (60 credits) in the sciences.
To graduate, students must
- pass all required courses and the equivalent of two years full-time university-level study (60 credits),
- complete 50% of the course work at Yukon University
- maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA upon graduation and
- fulfil the Yukon First Nations core competency requirement
Yukon University recognizes that a greater understanding and awareness of Yukon First Nations history, culture and journey towards self-determination will help to build positive relationships among all Yukon citizens. As a result, you will be required to achieve core competency in knowledge of Yukon First Nations.
The Northern Science diploma fulfills this with one three credit course that meets the core competency requirements. For details, visit Yukon First Nations Core Competency
The Diploma of Northern Science (Biological Sciences) prepares students for studies towards a degree at another institution.
The program also presents an ideal continuing education opportunity and is useful for those professionals seeking a northern specialization in their respective fields.
Fees
Tuition for credit programs is calculated per course credit. See money matters for more information.
Some programs and courses have additional fees - see Ancillary Fees.
Student financial awards
Education is an investment in your future, your family and your community. Yukon University is pleased to support that investment by offering some of the most competitive tuition rates in the country, as well as several student financial awards to help offset your educational and living costs.
Financial assistance
There are government programs, scholarships, bursaries, awards and First Nation funding available to financially support you throughout your academic career.
See money matters for more information, or talk to our financial advising staff in the Student Services Centre. Email or call 867 668 5209 to make an appointment.
Any undergraduate-level Yukon University course that is part of the British Columbia Council on Admission and Transfer (BCCAT) system is eligible for dual credit. Many courses in the School of Science are suitable for high-school students to take as dual credit courses providing any prerequisites are met.
Students have often selected CPSC 128, BIOL 101 & lab, PHYS 101, MATH 100, CHEM 110 & lab, GEOG 101 & lab, and ENGL 100 for dual credit, but many other first-year courses and some second-year courses are options.
For more information about dual credit for Yukon high-school students, see the Dual Credit program page.
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