196
Certificates
196.1
Research Certificate in Science
196 Certificates
The Faculty of Science offers certificates to graduating students which formally acknowledge that students have studied particular themes. These themes can be concentrations within a discipline, or subjects that cross interdisciplinary boundaries.
Normally the requirements for the certificates can be completed as part of the requirements for the degree; however, in some cases, a student may need to take more than the minimum required for his or her degree program in order to qualify for both the degree and the certificate. The following certificates are available:
Certificate in Computer Game Development:
The Certificate in Computer Game Development is a joint certificate offered by the Faculties of Arts and Science and is open to any undergraduate student at the University of Alberta. The certificate complements discipline-specific studies with courses that provide opportunities to work in multidisciplinary teams, build complete small and medium-scale games, and interact with industry.
Details of the courses and other requirements for the certificate can be found in §44.16.1 of the University Calendar in the Faculty of Arts Programs.
196.1 Research Certificate in Science
A Research Certificate in Science will provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in authentic research in their discipline and acquire skills beyond what a normal research experience in an Honors or Specialization program may allow.
196.1.1 Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences)
A Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences) will provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in authentic and focused research.
This certificate is open to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Science with preference given to BSc Honors and Specialization students in the Department of Biological Sciences and BSc General students (Biological Sciences major). Consent of the Department of Biological Sciences is required. Normally, a student will be able to fulfill the requirements for this certificate as part of a BSc program; some students may need to complete more than the minimum number of credits required in order to qualify for both the degree and the certificate.
Students wishing to pursue the Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences) must apply through Student Services Office (BS CW-312) for acceptance into BIOL 298. Application for this course does not guarantee a position in this program or the awarding of a certificate.
Students may pursue the Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences) by fulfilling the existing requirements for their program and by completing 
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BIOL 298 ( | |
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BIOL 499 ( | |
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Presentation at a conference either on or off campus |
Students wishing to receive the Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences) must apply through Undergraduate Student Services in the Faculty of Science by the application deadline for convocation (see §11).
