DEPARTMENT of BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Experiential Learning
There is no substitute for hands-on learning. These work-integrated learning courses provide you with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings—working with actual clients, organizations or research teams. As you gain deeper insight into your chosen field, you’ll also develop job-ready skills that prepare you for professional success beyond the university.
Course enrolment may follow a competitive application process. Enrolment is considered competitive in courses where the number of qualified applicants regularly exceeds the number of seats available. This means you may need to achieve a higher GPA or grade in the prerequisite courses to be successful during the application process. If applicable, additional criteria will be listed for each opportunity.
BIOL 492 Field Placement
Open to: Biological Sciences majors
Term: Fall, Winter
Deadline to apply: Opportunity-specific
This course provides you with experience in a professional setting where you develop skills and engage in professional conduct. You apply skills and theories learned throughout your biology program.
WINL 300 Work Integrated Learning Individual Study
Open to: All Faculty of Arts and Science students
Term: All terms
Deadline to apply: Opportunity-specific
In WINL 300, you engage in work‐integrated learning through employment that typically lasts for one semester.
WINL 301 Work Integrated Learning Within a Class Setting
Open to: All Faculty of Arts and Science students
Term: Winter
Deadline to apply: Opportunity-specific
In WINL 301, you engage in work‐integrated learning through a placement with an agency or community organization. This may be a paid position (employment) or an unpaid one (volunteer), combined with course‐based instruction. The aim is to help you develop the ability to integrate your learning through both academic and work-related activities.