Study Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biology and Pharmacology Co-op (Honours) at McMaster University in Canada,

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What will I learn?

The Honours Biology & Pharmacology Coop Program is the longest-standing undergraduate co-operative education program at McMaster University, offered jointly between the Faculties of Health Sciences and Science. Highlights of the program include: limited enrolment program guarantees class sizes of less than 20 students, Biology and Health Sciences offerings with specialized Pharmacology courses that explore human pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics: what drugs do to the body and what the body does to drugs, a dedicated laboratory course, a full-time research thesis and three semesters of paid coop work terms in industry, academia or government, in Hamilton, surrounding area or world-wide. The program equips students with a wide spectrum of skills and experiences and provides excellent preparedness for graduate and professional schools such as medicine, pharmacy, veterinary or employment in industry or government.

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$54,017.40 (US$ 38,827) per year

Residence Costs- Single Room- 10,100 Full Year Fee (CAD)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Hamliton Campus (Main Campus)

1280 Main Street West,

Hamilton,

Ontario,

L8S4L8, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$54,017.40 (US$ 38,827) per year

Residence Costs- Single Room- 10,100 Full Year Fee (CAD)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Hamliton Campus (Main Campus)

1280 Main Street West,

Hamilton,

Ontario,

L8S4L8, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Six 4U/M courses, including:English 4UBiology 4UChemistry 4UOne of: Advanced Functions,OR Calculus & Vectors ORData Management 4UOne non-math/non-science/nontechnology 4U or 4Mcredit International Baccalaureate Requirements:- Applicants who have completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma will be considered for admission to Level I, provided the completed diploma program includes the subject requirements of the program desired. Six subjects are required at the diploma level, of which three must be at Higher Level. Diploma bonus points will be included in the overall score.Diploma or Certificate students may request to be evaluated for advanced credit for completed Higher level courses with a minimum final score of 5. At the discretion of the Faculty, advanced credit of up to 18 units may be granted for completed Higher Level courses with a minimum final score of 5.All programs require six subjects, including program requirements, 3 at the Higher Level (HL) and 3 at the Standard Level (SL).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.