Human Biology Major

• BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, PSYA01H3, PSYA02H3.
• 0.5 credit in Math OR Stats from: MATA29H3/MATA30H3/STAB22H3/PSYB07H3.
• Request a Subject POSt on ACORN upon completing 4.0 credits.
• Use Degree Explorer and the UTSC Calendar to plan your degree.
• Attend Choosing Your Program events in March.

• Attend BioSA’s BioAID Review Sessions for help with writing lab reports.
• Attend Facilitated Study Groups.
• Your program librarian offers in-depth library research assistance and writing support is available at the CTL Writing Centre.
• Attend Study Skills workshops offered by the AA&CC.

• Attend the Professor-Student Mix & Mingle to connect with your professors.
• Start building your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) and search for Experiential Learning or Work-Integrated Learning opportunities.

• Join a professional student organization like Future Black Physicians, Health Occupations Students of America UTSC, or MEDLIFE; Join the Biology Students Association (BioSA).
• Explore DSL’s LEAD program, the First Year Experience program, and Imani Academic Mentorship program for black youth.

• Attend program information sessions offered by the department to become informed about degree programs.
• Volunteer with organizations to explore your interest in industries related to your program of study.
• Attend the UTSC Get Experience Fair in September or register with SCSU's Volunteer Network Program.

• 2.5 credits of Biology Core courses: BIOB10H3, BIOB11H3, BIOB34H3, BIOB50H3, BIOB51H3.
• 0.5 credit in a Biology Core Lab from: BIOB32H3 or BIOB33H3.
• Use Degree Explorer and consult with your Program Advisor to ensure you meet your degree and program requirements.

DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS

• Check the Research Catalogue and Job Boards on CLNx for possible research opportunities.
• Volunteer in a research lab, hospital, doctor’s office, or community organization.
• Consider Work Study (>Jobs & Recruitment>Work Study) or a directed research course (BIOB98).
• Attend your professor’s office hours.

APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE

• Take part in “Conversation with Biologists” to interact with leading scientists and learn about their research and career trajectory.
• Check the Research Catalogue and Job Boards on CLNx for possible research opportunities.

BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)

• Get involved with the Scarborough Pre-Med Society or the Medical Education Initiative Organization; Volunteer with Let’s Talk Science, a local science outreach program.
• Consider completing the Global Citizenship Certificate or look into Global Learning opportunities, like a summer abroad (visit ISC).

PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER

• Gain experience by applying for a summer, part-time or Work Study position via CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
• Speak to professors and program advisors so you know what to keep in mind for grad school.
• Explore careers through the AA&CC’s Job Shadowing and In The Field programs.
• Apply for DSL’s All-In Leadership program.

CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY

• 1.5 credits from selected C-level BIO or NRO courses (check the UTSC Calendar for further details).
• Use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track with your degree.

• Consider directed research courses: BIOB98, BIOC99.
• Enter to win the UTSC Library Undergraduate Research Prize or Poster Forum.
• Consider a 12-24 week research project abroad through the Mitacs Globalink Research Award or apply to the Summer Research Exchange program; visit ISC for details.

• Continue to build on your skills and knowledge through relevant events offered through your department, student groups, DSL and the AA&CC.
• Run for an elected position in a student organization.

• If you are considering a career in medicine, attend the Diversity in Medicine Seminar.
• Run for an elected position in a student organization.
• Attend a Café Scientifique in your local community.
• Volunteer in a hospital, seniors’ residence, Ontario Science Centre.
• Volunteer with DSL as a First Year Peer Advisor.

• Speak with staff at the AA&CC to plan a potential career path.
• Check CLNx for networking events or employer information sessions to attend.
• Attend the UTSC Graduate & Professional School Fair in September.
• Join a conference like TEDxUTSC or the International Development Conference to develop professional skills (visit DSL).

• 0.5 credit from selected D-level BIO or NRO courses (check the UTSC Calendar for further details).
• Use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track to graduate.
• Register your “Intent to Graduate” on ACORN by the deadline.

• Attend weekly Biology Seminar series (Fridays 12pm).
• Take upper-level directed research courses (BIOD98/BIOD99, BIOD95).
• Submit a paper or be a reviewer for UTSC’s Journal of Natural Sciences.
• Apply for the Academic Travel Fund through to conduct research, present at a conference, or engage with the academic community internationally.

• Participate in Ontario’s Synapse Life Science Competition.

• Participate in the AA&CC’s Partners in Leadership program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning to work or further education.
• Consider joining a relevant professional association; volunteer for their events and get to know people in your industry of interest.

• Attend the AA&CC’s Get Hired job search conference in April/May.
• Attend the Jobs for Grads orientation for a job search “crash course;” find job opportunities on CLNx.
• Discuss grad school plans early with staff at the AA&CC and your professors.
• Get your Personal Statement reviewed in the AA&CC.