Applied Life Sciences

Explore the modern applications of bio-molecular research in anthropology, chemistry, biology, and physics as a student of Applied Life Sciences. This interdisciplinary program focuses on the study of living organisms at the bio-molecular or cellular level, and the human manipulation of molecular biological processes, with hands-on learning through laboratory courses, research opportunities, and internships.

You will acquire skills in cutting-edge molecular biology, biotechnology, and diagnostic methods in our world-renowned labs including the Paleo DNA Laboratory.

The Applied Life Sciences major can include a concentration in Biomedical Sciences, as well as specializations in Biotechnology or Experimental Life Sciences.

Transfer Options

It’s easy to transfer to Lakehead. Our pathway and general transfer policies are designed to help you maximize your credits from your current or previous studies at either college or university – or even both.  

There are a number of ways to transfer to Lakehead. Let us help you achieve your degree completion goals. For more information regarding specific admission requirements from college or university, check out the “Admissions Requirement” tab above and select your most recent level of study.

 

Applying to Lakehead University is easy and we are here to help you along the way.

Step 1 – Determine your general admission requirements:

To determine your general admission requirements, select one of the definitions below:

Ontario High School Students
 General Admission Requirements:
  • Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD);
  • A minimum of 6 Grade 12U or M courses, or equivalent, including program specific prerequisite courses;
  • A minimum 70%* overall final average**

*Higher averages may be required for admission to programs in which the demand for places by qualified applicants exceeds the supply of available spaces.
**Admission averages are calculated using the top 6 Grade 12 U or M courses.  

Other Canadian High School Students
 General Admission Requirements: 
  • Completion of Grade 12 and the Secondary School Diploma (see the Program Specific Prerequisites section for your particular provinces requirements);
  • Program specific prerequisite courses;
  • A minimum 70%* overall final average

*Higher averages may be required for admission to programs in which the demand for places by qualified applicants exceeds the supply of available spaces.

International Secondary School/ College or University
 General Admission Requirements:
  • Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent (For most countries, the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country is required for consideration. Refer to Admission Requirements by Country.) 
  • Program specific prerequisite courses;
  • Equivalent of a minimum 70% overall final average (Canadian)

    Note: Meeting the minimum admission requirements is not a guarantee of admission.

Canadian College
 General Admission Requirements:

College transfer applicants who are applying to a program that does not have a college transfer pathway are eligible for admission consideration if they have:

  • Completed a minimum of 1 year of full-time academic studies at an accredited community college since leaving high school;
  • Completed the appropriate program-specific prerequisite courses; and
  • Achieved a minimum overall average of 70%. 
Canadian University
 General Admission Requirements:
  • Attended a university and successful completion of university level course work since leaving high school/college;
  • Program specific prerequisite courses;
  • A minimum overall average of C or 60%.
Canadian Bible College
 General Admission Requirements:
  • A minimum overall average of C / 60% or equivalent;
  • College must be accredited by the Association of Biblical Higher Education (ABHE);
  • Successfully meets the minimum program specific preparatory course prerequisites at the Grade 12U or M level or equivalent;
  • If not eligible right out of high school, a minimum of two years of full time studies must be completed at the Bible College.

Step 2 – Determine your program-specific prerequisite requirements for your program(s) of choice:

To determine your program-specific prerequisite requirements, choose from the drop-down menus below:

Program Specific Requirements



  • Applied Life Sciences
    Degree:
    Science
    Alberta/NWT/Nunavut:
    English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, 2 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-2, Math 31, or Physics 30
    Program Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U)
    Program Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:
    English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, 2 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-2, Math 31, or Physics 30
    Program Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:
    English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12, Pre-Calculus 12, 2 from: Anatomy and Physiology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Environmental Science 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Physics 12, or Statistics 12
    Program Specific Requirements for International Students:
    English, Math, 2 from: Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, Math (additional), or Physics
    Program Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:
    English Language Arts (Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus, or Transactional Focus) 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S, 2 from: Applied Math 40S, Advanced Mathematics 45S & Introduction To Calculus 45S, Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S
    Program Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Other secondary or post-secondary courses that are equivalent to these requirements are accepted. College transfer students entering via a transfer pathway are not required to satisfy these specific prerequisite requirements.
    Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:
    English Language Arts 121 or 122, Pre-Calculus A120 or B120, 2 from: Biology 121 or 122, Calculus 120, Chemistry 121 or 122, Foundations of Math 120, Introduction to Environmental Science 120 or Advanced Environmental Science 120, or Physics 121 or 122
    Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:
    English 3201, Advanced Math 3200, 2 from: Academic Math 3201, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Environmental Science 3205, or Physics 3204
    Program Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:
    English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, 2 from: Biology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Mathematics 12, or Physics 12
    Other Admission Requirements & Important Information:

    Biology, Chemistry & Physics are recommended

    Program Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:
    English 621A, Pre-Calculus 621B, 2 from: Biology 621A, Calculus 611B, Chemistry 621A, Environmental Science 621A, Foundations of Math 621A, or Physics 621A
    Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:
    2 English (603 or 604), Linear Algebra I (201-NYC, 201-105, or 201-106), 4 from: Biology I (NYA), Biology II, Calculus I (201-NYA or 201-103), Calculus II (201-NYB or 201-203), Chemistry (NYA, NYB, or NYC), or Physics (NYA, NYB, or NYC)
    Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Equivalent courses to the Ontario prerequisite requirements will be considered.
    Program Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:
    English Language Arts 30 A or English Language Arts 30 B, Pre-Calculus 30, 2 from: Foundations of Mathematics 30, Biology 30, Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Earth Science 30, or Physics 30
  • Applied Life Sciences with Major Concentration in Biomedical Sciences
    Degree:
    Science
    Alberta/NWT/Nunavut:
    English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, 2 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-2, Math 31, or Physics 30
    Program Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U)
    Program Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:
    English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, 2 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-2, Math 31, or Physics 30
    Program Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:
    English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12, Pre-Calculus 12, 2 from: Anatomy and Physiology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Environmental Science 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Physics 12, or Statistics 12
    Program Specific Requirements for International Students:
    English, Math, 2 from: Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, Math (additional), or Physics
    Program Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:
    English Language Arts (Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus, or Transactional Focus) 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S, 2 from: Applied Math 40S, Advanced Mathematics 45S & Introduction To Calculus 45S, Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S
    Program Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Other secondary or post-secondary courses that are equivalent to these requirements are accepted.
    Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:
    English Language Arts 121 or 122, Pre-Calculus A120 or B120, 2 from: Biology 121 or 122, Calculus 120, Chemistry 121 or 122, Foundations of Math 120, Introduction to Environmental Science 120 or Advanced Environmental Science 120, or Physics 121 or 122
    Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:
    English 3201, Advanced Math 3200, 2 from: Academic Math 3201, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Environmental Science 3205, or Physics 3204
    Program Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:
    English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, 2 from: Biology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Mathematics 12, or Physics 12
    Other Admission Requirements & Important Information:

    Biology, Chemistry & Physics are recommended

    Program Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:
    English 621A, Pre-Calculus 621B, 2 from: Biology 621A, Calculus 611B, Chemistry 621A, Environmental Science 621A, Foundations of Math 621A, or Physics 621A
    Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:
    2 English (603 or 604), Linear Algebra I (201-NYC, 201-105, or 201-106), 4 from: Biology I (NYA), Biology II, Calculus I (201-NYA or 201-103), Calculus II (201-NYB or 201-203), Chemistry (NYA, NYB, or NYC), or Physics (NYA, NYB, or NYC)
    Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:
    English (ENG4U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), 2 from: Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth & Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Equivalent courses to the Ontario prerequisite requirements will be considered.
    Program Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:
    English Language Arts 30 A or English Language Arts 30 B, Pre-Calculus 30, 2 from: Foundations of Mathematics 30, Biology 30, Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Earth Science 30, or Physics 30


The program-specific prerequisite requirements do not apply to college transfer pathways. Refer to the agreements found here for more information on the admission requirements.

If you do not meet the program-specific prerequisite requirements for your program of choice, please contact Enrolment Services – Undergraduate Admissions to schedule an appointment with an Admissions Officer. An Admissions Officer can provide you with more information on how to enrol in the required prerequisite courses for your program of choice.

Step 3 – Apply Today!

Now that you have determined your admission requirements, your next step is to submit an application.

If you are interested in full-time studies, you can apply to Lakehead University using the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). The full-time applications can be found here. Before submitting your application, be sure to read the application instructions to ensure that you are using the correct application.

If you are interested in part-time studies, you can apply to Lakehead University using the Undergraduate Application form found here. Before submitting your application, be sure to read the application instructions to ensure that you are using the correct application.

 

As a first year Applied Life Sciences major, you will be required to complete the following courses:     

  • Anthropology 1032
  • Biology 1050 and 1051
  • Chemistry 1110 and 1130
  • Physics 1113 and 1133, or Physics 1211 and 1212
  • Mathematics 1151 and 1152, or Mathematics 1171 and 1172
  • One-half FCE open elective (English 1015, or English 1016 recommended)

The balance of your courses will be electives. We recommend taking an English course to develop your writing and communication skills.

 

Undergraduate Research

As a leader in undergraduate research, we offer formalized research internships in Ancient DNA (Anthropology) and Biology, available as elective courses in third and fourth year.

The Ancient DNA Internship is a three-week laboratory course, whereas the Biology Research Internship takes place in either the spring or summer session and consists of 120 hours of research. These courses are extremely beneficial to develop your lab skills, enhance your understanding of a particular topic and set yourself apart from students with a similar background.

 

Concentration & Specialization Opportunities

We have a number of elective courses that can be combined to receive a specialization or concentration within your Applied Life Sciences major, or simply to help develop your passion on a particular topic. These include:

  • Forensic Anthropology

  • Human Skeletal and Dental Biology

  • Physiology of Exercise

  • Biogeography

  • Biology of Food Safety

  • Introduction to Optics

For a full listing of our recommended elective courses, visit our Academic Calendar.

 

Accessible Faculty and Mentorship

Our small class sizes promote hands-on skill development and individual attention from professors. Our faculty is readily accessible and always willing to help. We also have faculty advisors that can assist you if you are interested in continuing your education in medicine, veterinary medicine, etc. 

As an Honours student, you will have the opportunity to work very closely with a faculty member on your Honours thesis project, contributing to groundbreaking research within this evolving field of study.

 

Clubs & Societies

The Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) is proud to support nearly 100 clubs across the Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses including the Pre-Med Society, Association of Biology Students, and more. They broaden your ways of thinking and doing, and almost anyone can join or found a club on campus.


More information about Payment Methods, and Payment Due Dates can be found here: Student Fees Information



All fees are displayed in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)

Arts & Science
Orillia
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$6,104.20
$1,295.45
$7,399.65
$3,699.83
$3,699.82
$1,220.84
$1,341.75
$610.42
$670.88
2
$6,074.98
$1,209.56
$7,284.54
$3,642.27
$3,642.27
$1,215.00
$1,335.91
$607.50
$667.95
3
$6,033.61
$1,209.56
$7,243.17
$3,621.59
$3,621.58
$1,206.72
$1,327.63
$603.36
$663.82
4
$5,506.26
$1,209.56
$6,715.82
$3,357.91
$3,357.91
$1,101.25
$1,222.16
$550.63
$611.08
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$6,927.83
$1,295.45
$8,223.28
$4,111.64
$4,111.64
$1,385.57
$1,506.48
$692.78
$753.24
2
$6,074.98
$1,209.56
$7,284.54
$3,642.27
$3,642.27
$1,215.00
$1,335.91
$607.50
$667.95
3
$6,033.61
$1,209.56
$7,243.17
$3,621.59
$3,621.58
$1,206.72
$1,327.63
$603.36
$663.82
4
$5,506.26
$1,209.56
$6,715.82
$3,357.91
$3,357.91
$1,101.25
$1,222.16
$550.63
$611.08
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$31,750.00
$1,295.45
$33,045.45
$16,522.73
$16,522.72
$6,350.00
$6,470.91
$3,175.00
$3,235.46
2
$31,143.00
$1,209.56
$32,352.56
$16,176.28
$16,176.28
$6,228.60
$6,349.51
$3,114.30
$3,174.76
3
$31,143.00
$1,209.56
$32,352.56
$16,176.28
$16,176.28
$6,228.60
$6,349.51
$3,114.30
$3,174.76
4
$31,143.00
$1,209.56
$32,352.56
$16,176.28
$16,176.28
$6,228.60
$6,349.51
$3,114.30
$3,174.76
In addition to the above, International Students must pay the mandatory University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) which is payable in full with your first installment. Please click here for more information about UHIP

Schedule of Fees for Services, Co-op, and Course-Related Fees

Science
Thunder Bay
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$6,104.20
$1,627.38
$7,731.58
$3,865.79
$3,865.79
$1,220.84
$1,378.54
$610.42
$689.27
2
$6,074.98
$1,541.49
$7,616.47
$3,808.24
$3,808.23
$1,215.00
$1,372.70
$607.50
$686.35
3
$6,033.61
$1,541.49
$7,575.10
$3,787.55
$3,787.55
$1,206.72
$1,364.42
$603.36
$682.21
4
$5,506.26
$1,541.49
$7,047.75
$3,523.88
$3,523.87
$1,101.25
$1,258.95
$550.63
$629.48
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$6,927.83
$1,627.38
$8,555.21
$4,277.61
$4,277.60
$1,385.57
$1,543.27
$692.78
$771.63
2
$6,074.98
$1,541.49
$7,616.47
$3,808.24
$3,808.23
$1,215.00
$1,372.70
$607.50
$686.35
3
$6,033.61
$1,541.49
$7,575.10
$3,787.55
$3,787.55
$1,206.72
$1,364.42
$603.36
$682.21
4
$5,506.26
$1,541.49
$7,047.75
$3,523.88
$3,523.87
$1,101.25
$1,258.95
$550.63
$629.48
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$31,750.00
$1,627.38
$33,377.38
$16,688.69
$16,688.69
$6,350.00
$6,507.70
$3,175.00
$3,253.85
2
$31,143.00
$1,541.49
$32,684.49
$16,342.25
$16,342.24
$6,228.60
$6,386.30
$3,114.30
$3,193.15
3
$31,143.00
$1,541.49
$32,684.49
$16,342.25
$16,342.24
$6,228.60
$6,386.30
$3,114.30
$3,193.15
4
$31,143.00
$1,541.49
$32,684.49
$16,342.25
$16,342.24
$6,228.60
$6,386.30
$3,114.30
$3,193.15
In addition to the above, International Students must pay the mandatory University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) which is payable in full with your first installment. Please click here for more information about UHIP

Schedule of Fees for Services, Co-op, and Course-Related Fees


2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) SABWF  99.00
Academic Support FeeSACSF32.00
Student Athletic FeeSATHF144.77
Career Services FeeSCRSF52.00
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMF25.00
Financial Aid FeeSFNAF15.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAF98.79
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders BuildingSCISF30.00
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 497.06
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDF65.00
LUSU Medical/DentalSMEDF *437.00
LUSU Bus PassSLBUS **316.00
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSF172.00
Aboriginal Programming FeeSLRAB2.10
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association FeeSLRAF 0.50
Nanabijou FeeSLRNA5.00
Social Action FeeSLRSA2.10
SustainabilitySLRSU6.30
WUSC - World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SLRWU7.35
Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) FeeSLCFS21.08
LU Radio FeeSRADF10.00
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 1044.43
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay) 1541.49

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op, Part-Time, Senior, and Graduate students are not covered, but may purchase the Plan.

** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUS):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year
- Undergraduate Full-Time  Students (Thunder Bay)
 Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee SORIE85.89
Total Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): 1541.49
 TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Students - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay):
  1627.38
2026-27 Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students - Per Course (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount (1.0FCE)
Amount (0.5FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees   
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den)SABWF19.80 9.90
Academic Support FeeSACSF6.403.20
Student Athletic FeeSATHF28.9514.48
Career Services FeeSCRSF10.405.20
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMF5.002.50
Financial Aid FeeSFNAF3.101.55
Health Services Support FeeSHEAF19.769.88
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders BuildingSCISF6.003.00
Lakehead University Services Subtotal: 99.4149.71
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDF13.006.50
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSF 34.4017.20
Aboriginal Programming Fee SLRAB0.420.21
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association FeeSLRAF0.100.05
 Nanabijou Fee SLRNA1.00  0.50
Social Action FeeSLRSA0.420.21
Sustainability FeeSLRSU1.260.63
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Student) FeeSLRWU1.470.74
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) FeeSLCFS4.222.11
LU Radio FeeSRADF2.001.00
LUSU fees Subtotal: 58.2929.15
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): 157.7078.95
    
2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees For Part-Time Undergraduate First Year Students: Amount (1.0FCE)Amount (0.5FCE)
Orientation and First Year Experience Fee (Flat Fee - not per course)SORIE85.8985.89
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): 157.7078.95
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate First Year/First Course (Thunder Bay): 243.59164.70
2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) Code Amount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Student Athletic FeeSATHO115.84
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMO25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAO98.79
Career Services FeeSCRSO52.00
Financial Aid FeeSFNAO15.50
Academic Support FeeSACSO32.00
Lakehead Services Subtotal 339.13
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees  
LUSU Capital FundSBLDO65.00
LUSU U-Pass Fee SLBUO168.00
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance *SMEDO437.00
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSO172.00
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSO7.35
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSO21.08
LUSU Fees (Orillia) Subtotal 870.43
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) 1209.56

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op, Part-Time, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.

** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUO):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


 First Year Students

2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Students (Orillia) Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience FeeSORIO85.89
LUSU and LU Services Fees Total 1209.56
Total 1295.45
2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia)CodeAmount Per Course (1.0FCE)Amount Per Half Course (0.5FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees
   
Student Athletic FeeSATHO23.1711.58
Academic Support FeeSACSO6.403.20
Career Services FeeSCRSO10.405.2
Financial Aid FeeSFNAO3.101.55
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMO5.002.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAO19.769.88
Lakehead Services Fees Subtotal: 67.8333.91
Lakehead University Student Union Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDO13006.50
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSO34.4017.20
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSO1.470.74
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) FeeSCFSO4.222.11
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 53.0926.54
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia): 120.9160.46
    
First Year Part-Time Orillia Students:   
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee (Flat fee - Not per course)SORIO85.8985.89
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia) 120.9160.46
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course/First Course, First Year (Orillia) 206.80146.35
2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering
 Code Amount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Student Athletic FeeSATHG115.84
Academic Support FeeSACSG32.00
Career Services FeeSCRSG52.00
Financial Aid FeeSFAFG15.50
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMG25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAG98.79
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 339.13
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees  
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance *SMEDG437.00
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSG172.00
LUSU Capital FundSBLDG65.00
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSG7.35
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSG21.08
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 702.43
Georgian/Barrie U-Pass Fee **SLBUB199.04
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering:
 1240.60

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDG) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op students, Part-Time Students, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.

** The Georgian/Barrie Bus Pass Fee (SLBUB):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


 

2026-27 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Lakehead-Georgian (Barrie) - Non-Engineering
 Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience FeeSORIB85.89
LUSU and LU Services and Bus Pass Subtotal 1240.60
Total 1326.49

 

2026-27  Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) All Programs
 Code Amount Per Course (1.0 FCE)
Amount Per Half Course (0.5 FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees   
Student Athletic Fee 
SATHG23.1711.58
Academic Support FeeSACSG6.403.20
Career Services FeeSCRSG10.405.20
Financial Aid FeeSFAFG3.101.55
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMG5.002.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAG19.769.88
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 67.8333.91
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSG34.4017.20
LUSU Capital FundSBLDG13.006.50
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSG1.470.74
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSG4.222.11
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 53.0926.54
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time (Per Course) Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs:
 120.9160.46
 

Application Availability

Winter 2026 (January)

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Department

Applied Life Sciences

Faculty

Science and Environmental Studies

Campus

Thunder Bay, Orillia

Degrees

The following programs in Applied Life Sciences are offered. To view program requirements click here.

  • Applied Life Sciences, Honours Bachelor of Science (4 Years)
  • Applied Life Sciences, Honours Bachelor of Science with Concentration in Biomedical Sciences (4 Years)

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OUAC Code

AA