a business education at lakehead will prepare you to navigate the increasing complexities of the global business environment. our classes link you to the business world with theory and hands-on practical applicants.

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as a biology student you will gain insight into how organisms interact, how genes are inherited, how creatures evolve and much more. our programs are practical and hands-on with research and fieldwork opportunities in almost every course to enhance in-class learning.

as a student in the applied life science program, your major can include a concentration in biomedical science. this program focuses on the study of living organisms at the bio-molecular or cellular level, and the human manipulation of molecular biological processes, with hands-on learning through laboratory courses, research opportunities, and internships

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psychologists share a desire to make a positive contribution to human welfare through understanding and influencing the thoughts, emotions, and behaviour of individuals. they are concerned with what motivates us, what social, physical, and biological factors affect us, and what makes us unique.

our multidisciplinary approach to psychology provides you with the opportunity to explore these topics and the inner workings of the brain through either an arts or science stream, depending on your academic interests.

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as part of the faculty of natural resources management, we offer two degrees - environmental management and forestry. both programs share a common curriculum for the first two years.

our  environmental management program will provide you with a sound understanding of natural processes in environmental ecosystems, including a strong background in forest environments and technical experience using industry-standard geomatics tools.

 our forestry program will provide you with a background in the biological, social and operational fundamentals of forestry and its relationship to our ecosystems. you will gain the business skills, scientific expertise and practical experience needed to solve modern conservation and sustainability challenges.

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outdoor recreation plays an increasingly important role in our contemporary lives, contributing to our health, family cohesion, enrichment of culture, environmental appreciation, and economic development. our outdoor recreation, parks & tourism program is the only one of its kind in canada due to our integration of both theoretical and applied perspectives.

with mountains, lakes, and trails at our doorstep, our program takes advantage of this unique terrain as well as our campus’ proximity to world-class kayaking, climbing, hiking, and other recreational pursuits that are ideal for the practical experience required to excel within the discipline. our field trips and outdoor schools take place locally and expose you to a variety of landscapes, weather patterns, and populations preparing you to work in any environment.

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become an active member of an interprofessional health care team that can meet the needs of society while maximizing healthcare outcomes through communication, health promotion, and health protection strategies.

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a lakehead teaching degree opens doors.  become a classroom teacher in your community or internationally.  or pursue a career as an educator in corporate training organizations, community associations, language schools and more.  

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study the science of human movement, physical activity, and the relationship to health, well-being and performance. career opportunities await in nutrition, rehabilitation, ergonomics, strength & conditioning, physiotherapy, workplace wellness, chiropractor and more.

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