3 programs, side by side
Rows marked with a dot are where these differ. Everything is each university’s own published wording; the “your average” row is yours, calculated the way each program does it.
| Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in | |||
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 90%“Minimum 90% to be considered.” | 80–91%“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 below | ENG4USBI4USCH4U | ENG4U | ENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Yes
| Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | No | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | 240 | — | 1,000 |
| What you study | Health InformaticsHuman BiologyOthers in Subjects Related to Medicine | Animal ScienceBiological SciencesChemistryEnvironmental Studies | Biological SciencesChemistryHealth InformaticsHuman Biology |
| What it is | This 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. | 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 it | health sciences | biochemistrybiologychemistryhealth scienceslife sciencesmicrobiologyneurosciencephysics | biochemistrymedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 12 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them |
| Source | McMaster University on OUInfo | University of Guelph on OUInfo | Western University on OUInfo |
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