COMPARATIVE (HBSc) Department of Biology

Physiology is the study of living matter and its interaction between internal and external environments. It integrates physical and life sciences in order to understand body functions and the origins of disease in both plants and animals. This discipline incorporates the study of control mechanisms, compensations, and cooperation among body molecules, cells, tissues, and organs. Physiology unifies the life sciences from molecule to , providing the link from genomics and molecular signaling pathways to behaviour and disease. Emerging fields for physiologists are the analysis of the functional implications of genomic sequence variation, developmental factors leading to chronic illness, and novel approaches for regenerative . Physiologists find applications for their work in agriculture, veterinary medicine, military research, air and space travel, and exercise and fitness.

We want to help you maximize your university experience, so we’ve pulled together information and interesting suggestions to get you started. As you review the chart on the MAKE THE MOST inside pages, note that many of the suggestions need not be restricted to the year they are mentioned. In fact, activities such as joining an academic society, engaging with faculty and OF YOUR TIME seeking opportunities to gain experience should occur in each year of your study at UTM. Read through the chart and create your own plan using My Program Plan found at AT UTM! www.utm.utoronto.ca/program-plans

Programs of Study (POSt) What can I do with my degree?

• Specialist Program ERSPE0482 Comparative Physiology The career you choose will depend on your experience and interests. (Science) Visit the Career Centre to explore your career options. • Minor Program ERMIN2364 Biology (Science) Careers for Graduates: Physiotherapist; Ornithologist; Informationist; • Minor Program ERMIN0840 Biomedical Communications (Science) Biological technician; Zoologist; Doctor; Physician’s assistant; Nurse; Research technician; Health policy analyst; Herbarium technician. Check out... Workplaces: Government; Zoos; Aquariums; Pharmaceuticals; Academic medical centres/laboratories; Manufacturing; Hospitals How do plants respond to environmental factors and global change? and medical centres. Find out in BIO312H5 through the physiological study of plants. Get excited about vertebrate form and function! In BIO354H5 the design and adaptive consequences of vertebrate structure are revealed. HOW TO USE THIS PROGRAM PLAN Read through each year. Investigate what appeals to you here and in any other Program Plans COMPARATIVE PHYSIOLOGY that apply to you. Visit www.utm.utoronto.ca/program-plans to create your own plan using My Program Plan. SPECIALIST Program Plan Update your plan yearly.

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH OR FINAL YEAR Enrol in courses BIO152H5, 153H5; CHM110H5, Enrol in courses BIO202H5, 203H5, 205H5, 206H5, Enrol in courses BIO304H5, 310H5, 312H5, 360H5, 409H5; Attain 1.0 additional BIO credits. Ensure you have at least 5.0 120H5; and MAT134Y5/ 135Y5/ 137Y5. Attain 1.0 credit 207H5, 210Y5; and STA215H5. CHM242H5 and 243H5. Attain 2.0 credits from a list in the credits at the 300/400 level, of which 1.0 must be at the 400 level. from the second list of required first year courses in the Academic Calendar. Academic Calendar. Work in a foreign lab through the iROP program. Speak Throughout your undergraduate degree: Log on to ACORN and request graduation. PLAN YOUR Choose a program of study (Subject POSt) once you to the IEC Global Mobility Coordinator to learn more. * complete 4.0 credits. Use the Degree Explorer Planner Prefer staying local? Apply for ROP courses BIO299Y • use the Degree Explorer to ensure you complete your degree ACADEMICS and the Academic Calendar to plan your degree. and BIO399Y. Visit the EEO website for ROP Course and program requirements. Start strong and get informed with utmONE and LAUNCH Prerequisites. Attend the RGASC’s P.A.R.T. to enhance • see the Office of the Registrar about degree requirements through the Office of Student Transition. Join a RGASC your research skills. and the Biology Undergraduate Advisor about program Peer Facilitated Study Group. requirements.

Use the Co-Curricular Record (CCR). Search for Use the Career Learning Network (CLN) to find postings Explore your interests. Why not pass on your passion for science? Apply to the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Internship opportunities beyond the class room, and keep track of for on- and off-campus work and volunteer opportunities Be a UTM Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteer. Program as a recent graduate. Look at the MNRF website for BUILD your accomplishments. as well as Work-Study. eligibility and application details.

SKILLS Attend the Get Experience Fair through the Career Centre Ask your professor about volunteering in their lab. Gain research skills by working one-on-one with graduate (CC) to learn about on- and off-campus opportunities. students and a professor through BIO481Y5. Speak to the Biology Undergraduate Advisor.

Networking simply means talking to people and Do you have a professor you really like or connect with? Establish a professional presence on social media (e.g. LinkedIn). Join a professional association. Check out the Canadian developing relationships with them. Start by joining the Ask them a question during office hours. Discuss an Physiological Society. Go to Ontario Biology Day. Erindale Biology Society (EBS). Follow them @utmEBS. assignment. Go over lecture material. Don’t be shy! Learn BUILD A Go to the EBS Meet the Prof Night, or the Biology Tips On How to Approach a Professor available through NETWORK department’s Walk with your Professor. the Experiential Education Office (EEO).

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Attend events held by the International Education Centre Embark on a UTM Abroad Co-Curricular Experience Get a global experience though our Biology Seminar Series. Every Do you want to study dolphin and whale biology and conservation (IEC) to explore different cultures through food, music, to Peru in our BIO210Y5 class through the IEC. Travel Friday during the academic year, the Department of Biology hosts in tropical Asia, or the ecology of the Arctic? Enrol in BIO416H5 to and sport or through sight-seeing around the GTA. with a faculty member and work alongside local partners an exciting seminar given by a guest speaker. Guest speakers are choose from a variety of field courses offered through the Ontario BUILD A conducting research into health and hygiene. from Ontario, across Canada, as well as International. Topics cover Universities Program in Field Biology. GLOBAL every aspect of biology. All Biology students are welcome to attend. Prefer traveling in Canada? Check out the IEC’s UTM Feel free to bring your lunch! MINDSET Across Canada program.

Attend the Program Selection & Career Options Explore careers through the CC’s Extern Job Shadowing What’s your next step after undergrad? Market your skills to employers. Get your resume critiqued at the workshop offered by the Office of the Registrar and the Program. Ask the Biology Undergraduate Assistant about CC. Attend the CC workshop Now That I’m Graduating What’s CC. the BioPath: Professional Development Program. Entering the workforce? Evaluate your career options through a CC Next? PLAN Career Counselling appointment. Create a job search strategy — Check out Careers by Major at the CC to see potential Considering further education? Attend the CC’s Graduate book a CC Employment Strategies appointment. Write a strong application for further education. Attend the CC’s FOR YOUR career options. and Professional Schools Fair. Talk to professors – Mastering the Personal Statement workshop. FUTURE they are potential mentors and references for further Considering further education? Research application requirements, education. prepare for admission tests (LSAT, MCAT), and research funding options (OGS, NSERC, CIHR)

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