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.

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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

As an international student from China, I chose the University of Guelph for its top-ranked veterinary school. In my second year, I discovered a profound interest in utilizing biological processes to restore health. This realization led me to pivot from animal health to human health, a transition that was seamlessly supported by program counselors. My degree has been filled with opportunities to gain hands-on experience, including working as a summer lab assistant and undergraduate thesis student. As I prepare to embark on the next phase of my academic journey, I am confident that the skills I've cultivated at U of G will continue to propel me toward a future marked by innovation and impactful contributions to my chosen field.

Juntian Bu, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

The Bio-Medical Science program is unlike any other. I have had the opportunity to engage with the professors throughout my three years here and learn from their experiences. My favourite part academically was the Human Anatomy program. Not only is it the best hands-on experience any undergraduate pre-med can dream of, but the staff is one of a kind and genuinely wants to make sure you succeed. Bio-Med is an outstanding academic program that can foster a community amongst its students and bring them closer. I am grateful to be enrolled in this fantastic program that helps you grow academically and personally.

Meryam Tawfik, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

The Bio-Medical Science program prepares you for many different fields of science, creating a broad interdisciplinary range of knowledge. It teaches you how to be a scientist, starting with basic, essential knowledge and slowly allowing you to dive into specific aspects of interest. Although I came into this program wanting to be a veterinarian, I still took a lot of courses in human medicine, in order to have a fuller understanding. The Human Anatomy program profoundly impacted my life and learning, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been a part of such an incredible experience that is so rare in undergrad. After three years of university at Guelph, I got into veterinary school and can now reflect on how helpful this program was in preparing me for my future career.

Isabel Cormie
Veterinary School Student
Watch a day in the life of a Bio-Medical Science student

Joining the Bio-Medical Science program has been one of the best decisions I've made. The diverse course options and labs have greatly enriched my academics. I love the program's flexibility, allowing students to explore different paths. My favourite experience was taking a comparative mammalian anatomy course, where I got to study the anatomy and later dissect species like horses, sheep, dogs, and cats!

Jeeval Singh, Undergraduate Student
Bio-Medical Science (BSc '25)

As an international student from China, I chose the University of Guelph for its top-ranked veterinary school. In my second year, I discovered a profound interest in utilizing biological processes to restore health. This realization led me to pivot from animal health to human health, a transition that was seamlessly supported by program counselors. My degree has been filled with opportunities to gain hands-on experience, including working as a summer lab assistant and undergraduate thesis student. As I prepare to embark on the next phase of my academic journey, I am confident that the skills I've cultivated at U of G will continue to propel me toward a future marked by innovation and impactful contributions to my chosen field.

Juntian Bu, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

The Bio-Medical Science program is unlike any other. I have had the opportunity to engage with the professors throughout my three years here and learn from their experiences. My favourite part academically was the Human Anatomy program. Not only is it the best hands-on experience any undergraduate pre-med can dream of, but the staff is one of a kind and genuinely wants to make sure you succeed. Bio-Med is an outstanding academic program that can foster a community amongst its students and bring them closer. I am grateful to be enrolled in this fantastic program that helps you grow academically and personally.

Meryam Tawfik, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

The Bio-Medical Science program prepares you for many different fields of science, creating a broad interdisciplinary range of knowledge. It teaches you how to be a scientist, starting with basic, essential knowledge and slowly allowing you to dive into specific aspects of interest. Although I came into this program wanting to be a veterinarian, I still took a lot of courses in human medicine, in order to have a fuller understanding. The Human Anatomy program profoundly impacted my life and learning, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been a part of such an incredible experience that is so rare in undergrad. After three years of university at Guelph, I got into veterinary school and can now reflect on how helpful this program was in preparing me for my future career.

Isabel Cormie
Veterinary School Student
Watch a day in the life of a Bio-Medical Science student

Joining the Bio-Medical Science program has been one of the best decisions I've made. The diverse course options and labs have greatly enriched my academics. I love the program's flexibility, allowing students to explore different paths. My favourite experience was taking a comparative mammalian anatomy course, where I got to study the anatomy and later dissect species like horses, sheep, dogs, and cats!

Jeeval Singh, Undergraduate Student
Bio-Medical Science (BSc '25)

As an international student from China, I chose the University of Guelph for its top-ranked veterinary school. In my second year, I discovered a profound interest in utilizing biological processes to restore health. This realization led me to pivot from animal health to human health, a transition that was seamlessly supported by program counselors. My degree has been filled with opportunities to gain hands-on experience, including working as a summer lab assistant and undergraduate thesis student. As I prepare to embark on the next phase of my academic journey, I am confident that the skills I've cultivated at U of G will continue to propel me toward a future marked by innovation and impactful contributions to my chosen field.

Juntian Bu, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

The Bio-Medical Science program is unlike any other. I have had the opportunity to engage with the professors throughout my three years here and learn from their experiences. My favourite part academically was the Human Anatomy program. Not only is it the best hands-on experience any undergraduate pre-med can dream of, but the staff is one of a kind and genuinely wants to make sure you succeed. Bio-Med is an outstanding academic program that can foster a community amongst its students and bring them closer. I am grateful to be enrolled in this fantastic program that helps you grow academically and personally.

Meryam Tawfik, Alumni
Bio-Medical Science Graduate (BSc '24)

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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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