Bio-Medical Science
Why Study Bio-Medical Science at U of G?
How do we build a healthier society?
During your studies in Bio-Medical Science, you will develop an understanding of evidence-based medicine, ethics, biases, and the environment; critically analyze biomedical research; dive into the application of research and medical technologies to disease treatment and prevention; and employ these skills in your research and studies to help impact the world around you, both locally and globally.
 Broaden Your Knowledge of Human and Animal Health
This joint program offered through the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences and the Department of Biomedical Sciences provides students with a broad and integrated foundational overview of human and animal health through the study of function, structure, and paraclinical sciences.
 Build Your Career Foundation
Are you interested in a career in human health and medicine? The Bio-Medical Science major will help you meet the entry requirements for medical school in Ontario. If animal health is where your interests lie, this major will prepare you to apply to Ontario Veterinary College's Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, the #1 rated veterinary school in Canada.
 Forge Your Biomedical Career
The program prepares students for more advanced studies or applied training in many health-related fields including clinical practice, business, government, research and education.
To see all courses offered in the Bio-Medical Science program, visit our Academic Calendar.
- Top 5 Comprehensive University
- in Canada (Macleans 2024)
- Top 150 in the World
- for Life Sciences (Times Higher Education 2024)
- Top 20% in the World
- for Biological Sciences (QS Top Universities 2024)
- Top 20 University
- in Canada (QS Top Universities 2024)
Careers in Bio-Medical Science
Bio-Medical Science graduates enjoy challenging careers in healthcare, business, nutrition and pharmacology fields, applying the knowledge and skills gained through this major to professional studies, graduate programs or a career in the health sciences.
Here are a few careers our graduates have successfully pursued:
- Physician
- Dentist
- Veterinarian
- Professor
- Medical sales
- Medical writer
- Quality control officer
Hear From Bio-Medical Science Students and Graduates
Discover More Options
Students considering Bio-Medical Science may also be interested in Human Kinetics, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences, Biological and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biomedical Toxicology, Biological and Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, or other majors.
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