Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
48 monthsProgramme duration
120,000 CADTuition Fee/year
Jan, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Shape a healthier tomorrow
Gain a deeper understanding of the Biomedical Sciences
and get started on your journey to a career in the health care industry. The
HBSc Biomedical Sciences program is geared to those with an interest in
developing new medical technologies and health care treatments.
Career highlights
Use your HBSc Biomedical Sciences degree to apply your scientific skills to improve people’s health outcomes and quality of life. While many students opt to pursue graduate studies, there are several industries you can work in right away.
Public Health, Health Sciences, Research, Health Care
Pre-Med Pathway
Get a head start on your career in medicine through the
Pre-Med Pathway developed in partnership with two internationally recognized
medical schools: Saba
University School of Medicine (SUSOM) and Medical
University of the Americas (MUA).
Start your HBSc degree at UNF and finish your studies at SUSOM or MUA. After
you complete 90 credits of your undergraduate degree, you will move on to your
medical degree studies at one of our partner medical schools, subject to
meeting the specific admission requirements of each medical school.
Once you successfully complete the first two terms of the MD program at SUSOM or MUA, UNF will accept the completed courses towards the final 30 credits needed to complete your undergraduate degree.
In addition to the obvious cost and time savings, the pathway will also provide you with other appealing benefits, including a Partnership Scholarship exclusive to pathway participants.
Read more on our Pre-Med Pathway page.
Career outlooks
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is predicting some impressive growth in the job market for Biomedical Sciences graduates.
By 2028, there will be a 52.2 per cent surge in health-related jobs and a 38.9 per cent boost in natural and applied sciences gigs. That translates to 1.4 million fresh opportunities knocking on the door.
ESDC has narrowed it down to 28 specific job categories, with 760,000 job openings on the horizon by 2028. Half of those are brand-new positions.
Career path and salary
- Health-care professional - $82,709
- Laboratory technician - $54,672
- Science writer - $91,650
- Pharmaceutical sales representative - $92,500
- Public policy advisor - $134,550
*Source, Talent.com
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Shape a healthier tomorrow
Gain a deeper understanding of the Biomedical Sciences
and get started on your journey to a career in the health care industry. The
HBSc Biomedical Sciences program is geared to those with an interest in
developing new medical technologies and health care treatments.
Career highlights
Use your HBSc Biomedical Sciences degree to apply your scientific skills to improve people’s health outcomes and quality of life. While many students opt to pursue graduate studies, there are several industries you can work in right away.
Public Health, Health Sciences, Research, Health Care
Pre-Med Pathway
Get a head start on your career in medicine through the
Pre-Med Pathway developed in partnership with two internationally recognized
medical schools: Saba
University School of Medicine (SUSOM) and Medical
University of the Americas (MUA).
Start your HBSc degree at UNF and finish your studies at SUSOM or MUA. After
you complete 90 credits of your undergraduate degree, you will move on to your
medical degree studies at one of our partner medical schools, subject to
meeting the specific admission requirements of each medical school.
Once you successfully complete the first two terms of the MD program at SUSOM or MUA, UNF will accept the completed courses towards the final 30 credits needed to complete your undergraduate degree.
In addition to the obvious cost and time savings, the pathway will also provide you with other appealing benefits, including a Partnership Scholarship exclusive to pathway participants.
Read more on our Pre-Med Pathway page.
Career outlooks
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is predicting some impressive growth in the job market for Biomedical Sciences graduates.
By 2028, there will be a 52.2 per cent surge in health-related jobs and a 38.9 per cent boost in natural and applied sciences gigs. That translates to 1.4 million fresh opportunities knocking on the door.
ESDC has narrowed it down to 28 specific job categories, with 760,000 job openings on the horizon by 2028. Half of those are brand-new positions.
Career path and salary
- Health-care professional - $82,709
- Laboratory technician - $54,672
- Science writer - $91,650
- Pharmaceutical sales representative - $92,500
- Public policy advisor - $134,550
*Source, Talent.com
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum conditions for admission:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent credential)
- Six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level course, including Ontario ENG4U (or equivalent) and any 1 4U Math
- Minimum average of 70% on best 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M-level courses
- Must meet English language proficiency requirements (if applicable)
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