Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
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Program Overview
Biomedical science is a growing interdisciplinary field which supports the creation, revision and implementation of innovative methods to advance medicine and human health. Biomedical scientists integrate knowledge from numerous fields of study such as biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, and paraclinical sciences. Through interprofessional collaboration, they use these skills to support the prevention, treatment and diagnosis for various disorders and diseases, in addition to analyzing current and potential laboratory and computational analysis tools.
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program provides students with cutting-edge education, knowledge, skills and hands-on experience through classroom and laboratory-based learning that is underscored by a summer field experience.
This program develops career-ready graduates who contribute to the development of new therapies and approaches to enhance human health and wellness. Graduates may also choose to pursue higher and specialized education through masters and doctoral degrees, as well as medical school, dentistry, pharmacy and many others.
Semester 1 |
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| BHSW 1502: Research and Writing in Health Science |
| BMED 1000: Introductory Cell Biology |
| BMED 1001: Introductory Chemistry |
| BMED 1002: Mathematics for Biomedical Sciences |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 2 |
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| ANAT 1010: Anatomy for Health Sciences |
| BMED 1500: Laboratory Techniques 1 |
| BMED 1502: Molecular Biology |
| PSYC 1000: Introduction to Psychology |
| Required 1 from the following courses |
| BMED 1501: Science and Society |
| BMED 1503: Introductory Physics |
Semester 3 |
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| BMED 2000: Laboratory Techniques 2 |
| BMED 2001: Organic Chemistry |
| BMED 2002: Biostatistical Methods |
| BMED 2003: Fundamentals of Immunology in Health and Disease |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| BMED 2501: Biochemistry |
| BMED 2502: Microbiology |
| PHYS 3000: Human Physiology |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Work Experience - SEM 6C |
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| WORK 3555: Field Experience - Biomedical Sciences |
Semester 7 |
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| BMED 4000: Histopathology |
| BMED 4001: Genomics and Proteomics |
| BMED 4002: Biomanufacturing |
| BMED 4003: Capstone Project |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 8 |
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| BHSW 4503: Knowledge Translation |
| BMED 4500: Bioinformatics: Advanced Omics Technology |
| BMED 4501: Thesis Project: Biomedical Sciences |
| BMED 4502: Biomedical Forensic Sciences |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE : Degree Breadth Elective |
Work-Integrated Learning
You will participate in one mandatory paid or unpaid 14-week to gain full-time professional work experience. Students will work with, and be supported by, our workplace integrated-learning officer throughout this process. The work experience takes place during the summer months between 3rd and 4th Year. Work will occur in diverse settings such as for-profit and not-for-profit enterprises, public or privately funded laboratories, governmental or educational institutions, or medical/scientific environments.
This experience will enhance the theoretical learning in the program, giving you hands-on application in the field of biomedical sciences. Work experiences may include supporting ongoing research, functioning as a collaborative member of a research team and/or creating, managing, reviewing, and communicating experimental data/findings. Students will be supported throughout their field experience by program faculty and staff.
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Also take time to explore the digital Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Student Handbook to learn foundational WIL concepts, plus requirements specific to this program.
The Humber Advantage
State-of-the-art Facilities
Students in the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences honour’s degree benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories. The Life Sciences Lab is equipped with the latest technologies and equipment and is designed to maximize the teaching and learning experience. The Bioscience Lab is equipped with various tools and resources such as anatomical models, embedded and wet human specimens and other aids to enhance student understanding of anatomical relationships and physiological principles.
An Education in High Demand
Biomedical sciences is a growing field and skilled biomedical scientists are in high demand in diverse fields of work. This program allows you to contribute to the biomedical science field by providing a strong foundation built on classroom, laboratory, and experiential learning in the areas of function (i.e. biochemistry and physiology), structure (i.e. anatomy and histology), and paraclinical sciences (i.e. epidemiology and pharmacology). Graduates of this program are equipped to work in the field of biomedical science in the private or public sector or be well-prepared for advanced study in health-related fields including medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, pharmacy, graduate studies and more. The knowledge and skills gained within this program can be implemented within a multitude of environments, and the depth and breadth of those environments is continually growing.
The Humber Experience
The Right Fit
The ideal student for the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences is driven, inquisitive and a problem solver. You are a team player and have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills. You have the desire to use your experiences and knowledge to continue learning and to help others. You are passionate about understanding fundamental processes of life and improving human health through the study of applied sciences and the creation, revision, and implementation of innovative methods.
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Your Career
In 2020, the Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO) indicated that the health science industry has the opportunity to become a leader in the economy and has the potential to create value by addressing all aspects of human health. In addition, the Canadian biomedical industry has been growing steadily in all related sectors.
As the field of health care and medicine becomes increasingly advanced and complex, demand grows for highly skilled professionals with a biomedical science education. Many scientific firms in Ontario are successfully developing medical innovations aimed at treating diseases and enhancing the quality of life. Maintaining the expansion of this industry in Canada requires a workforce that is well-versed, skillful and highly educated. From production lines, technologists and technicians to scientists and researchers, there is a demand for educated, work-ready and qualified employees in the field of biomedical sciences.
Program Availability
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
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| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | North | Open |
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| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
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Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
| START | DELIVERY | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Course-Based | North | Open |
Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.
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Ministry Consent
Humber College has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting September 19, 2022. Humber College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
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