When you study science at Carleton University, you will explore your scientific field of interest through lectures, field courses, laboratory work and research projects. You will be taught by award-winning professors, many of whom offer research opportunities in their labs to students. We offer you a comprehensive range of rigorous, innovative programs and the flexibility to choose the degree that suits you best.
Award-winning faculty
Carleton science professors aim to prepare you for an exciting future in a competitive and evolving world. Their individual approaches to teaching include finding new ways to enhance learning through technology, inviting guest speakers to speak about their experiences, and integrating their own research into the classroom. Carleton science professors are renowned researchers, published authors and award-winning teachers sought out by media and government for their knowledge, expertise and commentary.
Capital advantage
Our location in Ottawa means that our programs and professors have developed strong links with government agencies (who are engaged in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, the environment or health) and Ottawa’s extensive diplomatic community, world-class libraries and museums, robust high-tech and bio-tech sectors, teaching and research hospitals, industry sponsored labs, national and international associations and political organizations. All of these provide Carleton students with a wealth of possibilities for resources, placements and work opportunities unparalleled in this country.
World-class research
Carleton science professors and students are part of an extensive network of collaboration among scientists from around the world. As a science student, you will become part of this network and have the opportunity to engage in some of the world-class research conducted at Carleton University.