Welcome to the Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Guelph
Guelph’s Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) program offers you access to some of the world’s most respected research scientists and educators, as well as outstanding research and teaching facilities.
Below you can find news and important updates for current University of Guelph students as well as links for future and current students to explore more about the Bachelor of Science at the University of Guelph.
Explore Majors in the B.Sc. Program
News & Important Updates
- Please see the W25 Course Information page for important course updates for the Winter 25 semester.
- A limited number of in-person appointments are available on a drop-in only basis weekdays from Thursday, October 17th to Friday, November 1st. Students will be asked to sign up for a 30 minute time slot with a Program Counsellor during regular business hours. Our priority is to discuss Winter 25 course selection issues. Sign up sheets will be available when our doors open at 9:00 AM and again when we re-open after lunch at 1:15 PM. Please note that it is best to arrive early, as the available time slots in each morning or afternoon session may fill up very quickly. We continue to also offer a limited number of pre-booked remote appointments using Microsoft Teams, and answer questions by email.
- Summer 2024 Deferred Exams take place October 7 to 11, 2024. Students who are ill, or have other valid grounds for missing a Deferred Final Exam or Deferred Condition should follow the instructions posted on our Deferred Assessments page.
- Please see the Schedule of Dates for important deadlines during the Fall 24 semester.
- Answers to some common questions that we receive regarding the Student Planning system may be found on our Student Planning page.
- Please refer to the University of Guelph Healthy Campus page.
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
About the B.Sc. Degree Program
The B.Sc. program challenges students to develop their critical thinking skills, enhance their understanding of the scientific method, and refine their ability to problem solve all while providing student's access to some of the world's most respected research scientists and facilities.
The Bachelor of Science is offered as a four-year Honours degree (BSCH) or a three-year General (BSCG) degree. The Honours Bachelor of Science program offers 27 different majors to choose from over eight academic semesters. The general program is completed over minimum of six semesters, with no specific majors or minors.