This is a 12 semester-hour course required of all Honours students. It is intended to provide the student with an opportunity to design, carry out, evaluate and write up a research project in an approved scientific fashion, while working under the direction of a chief advisor assisted by an advisory committee. Normally the research will be done during the summer session preceding the student's graduating year, and the thesis written during the final academic year. The objective of this course is to provide research experience for the student who intends to take up further studies at a post-graduate level or for the student who is planning on entering a career where research experience in Biology or related areas would be an asset. Restriction: Student must be accepted to the Honours program in Biology. NOTE: To receive credit for this course, Biology 4901 and Biology 4902 must be completed consecutively in one academic year. 08-09-2021-22-12-2021 Seminar Days to be Announced, Times to be Announced, Room to be Announced