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McMaster

Honours Health Sciences

OUAC MNS

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Brock

Community Health

OUAC BAH

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Western

Medical Sciences

OUAC ESM

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording90%Minimum 90% to be considered.73–77%Mid-70s80–91%80-85% for all majors except Neuroscience (81-86%), and Animal Biology, Bio-Medical Science (85-91%)83–90%Mid to high 80s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4USBI4USCH4UENG4UENG4UENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U
  • one of SBI4U, SCH4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English 4U
  • 1 of Calculus & Vectors 4U, Advanced Functions 4U, Data Management 4U
  • Biology 4U
  • Chemistry 4U
  • 1 non-Math, non-Science, non-Technology 4U/M credit
  • +2 more on the program page
  • ENG4U
  • 1 of SBI4U or SCH4U
  • Strongly recommended subjects: SNC4M or PSE4U or PSK4U, and one 3U Math
  • Alternative Offers
  • You will receive an offer of admission to only 1 program. Your highest listed choice is considered first when you indicate more than 1 Brock program on your application. If you are not eligible for your first choice, your subsequent choices will be considered in your indicated order of preference. In most cases: If you apply to only 1 Brock program but do not qualify, you will be considered for an alternative or related program. If you apply but are not admitted to a co-op program, you will automatically be considered for the regular, non co-op program.
  • Biological Sciences:
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • 2 4U Science courses
  • 2 additional 4U/M courses
  • +7 more on the program page
  • English, ENG4U
  • Calculus and Vectors, MCV4U
  • Biology, SBI4U
  • Chemistry, SCH4U
  • Note:
  • +1 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary applicationYes
  • OUAC application deadline: January 15, 2027.
  • Admission is by selection. You will not be considered without a completed supplementary application. The supplementary application is due in early/mid-February. Applicants will be notified of the details.
  • Find further details on the program website:
Usually closes before January 15
Marks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opNoNoAvailableAvailable
Degree
First-year intakewhere published2401,000
What you studyHealth InformaticsHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineAnimal ScienceBiological SciencesChemistryEnvironmental StudiesBiological SciencesChemistryHealth InformaticsHuman Biology
What it isThis program covers the science of how the human body works and how health systems use technology and data. Unlike a pre-med program, it does not guarantee entry into medical school and instead prepares you for careers in health research, data analysis, or public health. It suits students who are strong in science and math but want flexibility to explore health fields beyond clinical practice.Community health focuses on preventing disease and improving wellbeing in groups and populations rather than treating individuals one-on-one. You'll study how social factors, environment, and policy shape health outcomes, and learn to design programs that serve communities. It suits people interested in public health, health education, or working with diverse populations on prevention and equity.A Bachelor of Science Honours is a four-year degree where you specialize in one science discipline — such as biology, chemistry, environmental studies, or nutrition — and take supporting courses in math and other sciences. The honours designation means you complete a research project or thesis in your final year. Many students choose the optional co-op stream, which alternates study terms with paid work placements in related fields, giving you practical experience alongside classroom learning. This program suits students who want depth in a single science and are interested in research, lab work, or professional roles in health, environment, or industry.Medical Sciences is a four-year undergraduate program where you study human biology, chemistry, and related sciences to prepare for health professions or medical research. Unlike a general science degree, it focuses specifically on the foundational knowledge needed for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or graduate health programs. The program includes optional co-op work terms, letting you gain hands-on experience in labs, hospitals, or health settings alongside your coursework. It suits students drawn to understanding how the human body works and considering careers in health care or biomedical fields.
The door tomajors you reach through ithealth scienceshealth sciencesbiochemistrybiologychemistryhealth scienceslife sciencesmicrobiologyneurosciencephysicsbiochemistrymedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 1 with no applicationfrom 80%See them12 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoBrock University on OUInfoUniversity of Guelph on OUInfoWestern University on OUInfo

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