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18 Best Professional Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 7 universities offer 18 Professional Medicine & Health Sciences programs; the most common length is 3–4 years. The list starts with courses at Queen's University, University of Calgary and University of Saskatchewan.

1Professional
QU Queen's University logo
QS World #191 #15 in Canada Canada

Anesthesiology Residency Program

Queen's University — The Anesthesiology Residency Program at Queen's University provides advanced training for medical professionals seeking to specialize in anesthesiology. This comprehensiv...

ProfessionalLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
4Professional
UC University of Calgary logo
QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Medicine

University of Calgary — The Medicine program at the University of Calgary is an intensive and comprehensive course designed for students aiming to embark on a professional career in healthcare....

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine (MD)
5Professional
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Nursing

University of Saskatchewan — Overview of the Nursing ProgramThe Nursing program at the University of Saskatchewan provides a robust education that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Nursing
6Professional
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Pharmacy

University of Saskatchewan — The Pharmacy program at the University of Saskatchewan equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become proficient pharmacists. The curriculum covers a r...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
7Professional
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Veterinary Medicine

University of Saskatchewan — The Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Saskatchewan offers a comprehensive education designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to e...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
8Professional
TM Toronto Metropolitan University logo
#36 in Canada Canada

Medicine

Toronto Metropolitan University — The Medicine program at Toronto Metropolitan University offers a comprehensive education rooted in the fundamentals of medical science, clinical practice, and patient car...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences

How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #191 (Queen's University) to #378 (University of Saskatchewan); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Calgary has the largest research record in this group, with 14,809,658 citations and an h-index of 921.

Levels, lengths and start dates

Within the subject, the largest areas are Medicine & Health Sciences (16), Medicine (MD) (1) and Nursing (1). The usual length is 3–4 years and 5 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (91% of courses with a stated intake). Douglas College offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Professional Medicine & Health Sciences?

Queen's University (QS World #191), University of Calgary (QS World #211) and University of Saskatchewan (QS World #378) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

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

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with 5 years the next most common.

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

Fall is the main intake — 91% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

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

Douglas College, with 7, ahead of University of Saskatchewan (3).

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