University of Saskatchewan
Palaeobiology
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Campus
Saskatoon
Intl. Tuition
CA$40,894 (2026-27)
Home Tuition
CA$8,449 (2026-27)
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Palaeobiology at University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Science graduates develop analytical and research skills that are highly transferable, entering careers in research, industry, healthcare, government and data science. Many proceed to postgraduate study to specialise further.
Student life (indicative)
Saskatoon is a friendly, affordable student city with a growing food and café scene, strong community feel, and easy access to the beautiful Saskatchewan prairies and river valley.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£36,340
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Palaeobiology
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Palaeobiology topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Palaeobiology
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Saskatoon is a friendly, affordable student city with a growing food and café scene, strong community feel, and easy access to the beautiful Saskatchewan prairies and river valley.
- Saskatoon is a friendly, affordable student city with a growing food and café scene, strong community feel, and easy access to the beautiful Saskatchewan prairies and river valley.
What Students Love
- Thriving student social scene
- Great café culture
- Active music scene
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£36,340
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Science graduates develop analytical and research skills that are highly transferable, entering careers in research, industry, healthcare, government and data science. Many proceed to postgraduate study to specialise further.
- Science graduates develop analytical and research skills that are highly transferable, entering careers in research, industry, healthcare, government and data science.
- Many proceed to postgraduate study to specialise further.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Agriculture
- Engineering
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
CA$163,576
For the full programme
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably. Saskatoon is excellent value — low costs, a friendly community and the wide-open beauty of the prairies.
- One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably.
- Saskatoon is excellent value — low costs, a friendly community and the wide-open beauty of the prairies.