Science (pre-university DEC)

Science (pre-university DEC) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in life sciences at Champlain College Lennoxville in Sherbrooke, Canada. It takes 2 years (pre-university DEC), with intakes in August (Fall); January (Winter).

Champlain College Lennoxville is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Tuition for international students is C$15,150 a year, about ₹10.2 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$30,300 (≈ ₹20.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.

One international tuition fee for all programmes: CA$7,575 per semester in 2026-2027 (× 2 semesters), plus CA$290 a semester in student fees; 2027-2028 not yet published

Living costs near the university

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

Job roles

• Research scientist (life sciences)
• Biomedical scientist
• Biotechnologist
• Clinical research associate
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Microbiologist

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

• Roche
• Novartis
• Pfizer
• GSK
• AstraZeneca
• Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Bayer
• CSL
• BioNTech
• IQVIA

General entry requirements at Champlain College Lennoxville for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

• International applicants must show that their studies are equivalent to Quebec's Secondary V diploma, through SRAM or Quebec's immigration ministry. Some programmes need specific prerequisites.
• Apply through SRAM, the admissions service the college uses. Deadlines: 15 March for Fall and 1 June for Winter.
• Proof of financial security of CA$14,500 is needed when applying to SRAM. After admission you need a CAQ (Quebec acceptance certificate) and then a study permit.

For this course: Recognised language test at C1 level or higher (IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE Academic, CAEL or Duolingo accepted); minimum scores not published.

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This course starts in: August (Fall); January (Winter).

1. 1Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
2. 2Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
3. 3Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
4. 4Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
5. 5Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
6. 6Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

• Valid passport
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Language test result at C1 level or higher
• Proof of financial security
• CAQ and study permit after admission; proof of health insurance on arrival

• Exemption from additional international tuition (Fédération des cégeps)

  International students in some technical programmes

  Value: Exemption from the additional international tuition fee

  Some international students in technical programmes may qualify; details are in French on the Fédération des cégeps site.

  Official page

Champlain College Lennoxville is a public, English-language CEGEP in Sherbrooke, in Quebec's Eastern Townships, with about 1,200 students. A CEGEP is a Quebec college: it awards the Diploma of College Studies (DEC), not degrees. Pre-university DECs take two years and lead on to university; technical DECs take three years and lead to work.

Teaching is in English, but under Quebec's Law 14 international students must take three French preparatory courses and two programme courses in French. All international students pay the same tuition, CA$7,575 per semester in 2026-2027. Technical programmes such as computer science technology, accounting, business and nursing are the most relevant for Indian students.

Life Sciences courses at other universities in Canada

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental ScienceAcadia UniversityFull-time bachelor's · C$25,173 / year
• Psychology (BSc or BA)Acadia UniversityFull-time bachelor's · C$25,173 / year
• Psychology (BA or BSc)Algoma UniversityFull-time bachelor's (two degree options) · C$22,601 / year
• Bachelor of Science in BiologyAlgoma UniversityFull-time bachelor's · C$22,601 / year
• PsychologyAmbrose University4 years (120 credits); areas include clinical studies, human development and neuropsychology · C$23,557 / year
• Biology – Health Sciences and Pre-Medicine Concentration (BSc)Bishop's UniversityMajor or honours · C$29,510 / year

More courses at Champlain College Lennoxville

• Computer Science Technology (DEC 420.B0)3 years (technical DEC) · C$15,150 / year
• Accounting and Management Technology (DEC 410.B0)3 years (technical DEC) · C$15,150 / year
• Business – Administration and Management Technology (DEC 410.G0)3 years (technical DEC); new from Fall 2026 · C$15,150 / year
• Nursing (DEC)3 years (technical DEC) · C$15,150 / year
• Special Education Techniques (DEC)3 years (technical DEC) · C$15,150 / year
• Science, Computer Science and Mathematics (pre-university DEC)2 years (pre-university DEC); starts Fall 2027 · C$15,150 / year

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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