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68 Best Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 18 universities offer 68 Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences programs — most run 2 years. Courses from Queen's University, Wilfrid Laurier University and College of New Caledonia come first, because those universities rank highest.

54Diploma
CC Cambrian College logo
#138 in Canada Canada

Nutrition and Food Service Management

Cambrian College — The Nutrition and Food Service Management diploma program at Cambrian College focuses on equipping students with essential knowledge and skills related to nutrition, food...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
58Diploma
CC Cambrian College logo
#138 in Canada Canada

Paramedic

Cambrian College — The Diploma in Paramedic program at Cambrian College offers an intensive and comprehensive training experience for students seeking a career in emergency medical services...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
66Diploma
BV Bow Valley College logo
#141 in Canada Canada

Pharmacy Technician

Bow Valley College — The Diploma in Pharmacy Technician at Bow Valley College equips students with essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the pharmaceutical sector. This comprehen...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
September 2026Intake
Pharmacy
67Diploma
BV Bow Valley College logo
#141 in Canada Canada

Practical Nurse

Bow Valley College — The Practical Nurse Diploma program at Bow Valley College prepares students to become competent, compassionate nurses capable of providing diverse healthcare services. Th...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
September 2026Intake
Nursing
68Diploma
BV Bow Valley College logo
#141 in Canada Canada

Psychiatric Nurse

Bow Valley College — The Psychiatric Nurse Diploma at Bow Valley College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide compassionate and effective mental he...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
September 2026Intake
Nursing

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — Queen's University at #191 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. Queen's University has the largest research record in this group, with 8,358,565 citations and an h-index of 774.

Inside the course list

Within the subject, the largest areas are Medicine & Health Sciences (59), Nursing (4), Occupational Therapy (2) and Pharmacy (1). The usual length is 2 years and null. 97% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (84% of courses with a stated intake). Northern Lights College offers the widest choice, with 12 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences in Canada?

Queen's University (QS World #191), Wilfrid Laurier University (#39 in Canada) and College of New Caledonia (#51 in Canada) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with null the next most common.

When do Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Diploma Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Canada?

Northern Lights College, with 12, ahead of Bow Valley College (9).

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