Bachelor's in Biomedical Studies

Biomedical Studies is a Bachelor program taught at University of Northern British Columbia, Canada. Intake: Sep. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 Years) options.

Biomedical Studies at the University of Northern British Columbia (Bachelor of Health Sciences, BHSc) builds a foundational, multi-disciplinary knowledge base across the natural, physical, and social sciences. The program includes population health and research methodology, with course topics covering biology, chemistry, functional anatomy, statistics, genetics, ethics and law in healthcare, and nutrition in the first two years.

Students then expand into broader health-related disciplines, including human physiology, First Nations health and healing, cell and molecular biology, epidemiology, human health and development, and health and chronic disease management. The program offers experiential learning options such as co-op, study abroad, undergraduate research experience, and an honours option. Part-time study is available.

The degree is designed to prepare students for career opportunities in fields such as nursing, pharmacy, medicine, dentistry, speech pathology, and physiotherapy, and it also supports graduate study toward a master’s degree and/or a PhD.

Modules

• biology
• chemistry
• functional anatomy
• statistics
• genetics
• ethics and law in healthcare
• nutrition
• human physiology
• First Nations health and healing
• cell and molecular biology
• epidemiology
• human health and development

The minimum requirements for admission in Biomedical Studies at University of Northern British Columbia for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Northern British Columbia.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Northern British Columbia as pre-requiste for admission in Biomedical Studies.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

High School Requirements (applicable for B.C. and Yukon)

• Overall average of 70% minimum in the following:
• English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (minimum 70%)
• Anatomy & Physiology 12 (minimum 70%)
• Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
• Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)
• Chemistry 12 or Chemistry 11 (minimum 70%)
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12

Transfer Requirements

• Must meet UNBC transfer requirements; and
• Overall average of 70% minimum in the following:
• Mathematics or Pre-Calculus 12
• Chemistry 11 or 12
• Anatomy and Physiology 12
• English 12
• Other approved grade 12 courses

International Admission Requirements

• Meet UNBC's English language requirements.
• See countries exempt from providing proof of English language proficiency.
• Meet the international admission requirements by country or meet the admission with a General Certificate of Education (or equivalent).
• Complete the required high school course equivalencies outlined in the Domestic tab prior.

International Transfer Requirements

• Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferable coursework from a recognized institution.
• Be in good academic standing at the transfer institution.
• Have a 2.0 GPA from the most recent 30 credits prior to transfer.
• For the purposes of verifying any outstanding first-year prerequisites, high school transcripts may be requested.

Please check detail of study units at http://www.unbc.ca/programs-and-admissions/undergraduate/programs/biomedical-studies

• Nursing
• Pharmacist
• Physician
• Dentist
• Physiotherapy
• Occupational health
• Speech pathology

51 fully funded scholarships are listed for Canada. See Canada scholarships.