Life Sciences

A broad-based life sciences program providing a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Students can specialize in biochemistry, cellular biology, genetics, physiology, pharmacology, and more in upper years. Highly popular pre-medicine/health professions pathway.

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Credential: BSc
Program length: 4 years
Campus: Main Campus (Hamilton)
Co-op: Yes

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YOUR STUDIES

What will you study?

First-year overview

Cell biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics.

Specializations / streams

Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Physiology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience

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Program structure

Faculty / department

Faculty of Science

Study format

Full-time

Delivery mode

In person

Honours option

Yes

Honours B.Sc.

Minor options

Yes

Capstone / final-year project

Optional

An honours thesis in Year 4 is optional.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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Listed prerequisite courses

ENG4U
SCH4U
SBI4U
MHF4U or MCV4U
SPH4U
1 additional U/M course

Grade range / admission notes

High 80s to low 90s for Life Sciences (competitive admission).

Supplementary application

Not required

Portfolio / audition

Not required

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Take your learning beyond class.

Optional co-op available for Life Sciences students.

Experiential learning ↗Research opportunities ↗

Co-op availability

Yes

Optional.

Co-op eligibility

Strong academic standing.

Internship option

Placement / practicum

CAREER PATHWAYS

Where could this lead?

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Career paths

Research Scientist, Pharmacologist, Physician (pre-med), Dentist, Medical Researcher, Biotechnologist

Employers listed

McMaster Medical Centre

Professional pathways / licensure

No mandatory licensure; pre-med/dentistry/pharmacy pathway.

TUITION & FEES

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Collected tuition estimate

$6,043.00 CAD

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