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McMaster

Honours Health Sciences

OUAC MNS

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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.87–90%High 80s83–90%Mid to high 80s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4USBI4USCH4UENG4USBI4UENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U
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
  • SBI4U
  • One 4U Math
  • Strongly recommended subjects: PSE4U or PSK4U, MHF4U
  • Alternative Offers
  • +1 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 only
Co-opNoNoAvailable
Degree
First-year intakewhere published2401,000
What you studyHealth InformaticsHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineBiological SciencesHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineSport & Exercise ScienceBiological 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.You study how the human body moves, functions, and performs during exercise and sport, combining biology with practical movement science. This program pairs a kinesiology degree with an international exchange or partnership component, giving you study or work experience outside Canada alongside your core training. It suits students interested in exercise science, sports medicine, or fitness who want global perspective and cross-cultural experience alongside hands-on study of human performance.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 sciencesApplied to directlybiochemistrymedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 1 with no applicationfrom 80%See them6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoBrock University on OUInfoWestern University on OUInfo

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