Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Biology and Pharmacology)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Honours, Co Op, Joint Program & On Campus
$34,225 /Yr
CA$47,535 /Yr
- McMaster University offers a BSc in Biology and Pharmacology for a duration of 4 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This is a five-level (year) co-op program, three terms of which must be spent in work related to biology or pharmacology placements.
- Students enter the program after 2 years of an Honours Biology, Life Sciences, or an equivalent program.
- Students are interviewed to ensure their suitability for problem-based learning and co-operative work term placements, and then begin their first co-op work term after completing at least three full years of university training.
- Students have to successfully complete the 129 units.
- Students have to complete the study in the following courses:
- Human or Animal Physiology
- Genetics
- Organic Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Microbiology and Biotechnology
- Ecology
- Bio-analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- The enrolment for the BioPharm program is 20 students a year.
- The small class sizes in the BioPharm program allow the development of lasting relationships with my passionate peers.
- Each student completes sixteen months of co-operative experience
- The high instructor is provided to student ratios in both tutorial and lab courses.
- The program provides excellent preparation for graduate or professional schools and the job market during the course of the program.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 43,000 USD.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Jan 12, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $34225 (CAD 47535) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Room and Food (On-Campus) | $6620 (CAD 9195) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | $3499 (CAD 4860) |
Total Cost | $10119 (CAD 14055) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- The following are the minimum Grade 12 U and M requirements:
- English U
- One of the Advanced Functions U or Calculus and Vectors U (Calculus and Vectors U is strongly recommended)
- The minimum overall average of 88% or higher is required.
- Students also have to Complete 4 additional U or M courses, to total of 6 courses, of which 2 must be at the U level.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must have 5 subjects of Class XII including all mandatory prerequisites for the selected program.
- The student's average is calculated on Grade XII Predicted grades.
- Students are eligible to apply if they have the following documents: Class X board results, Class XI transcript, and Class XII predicted grades.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Biologists
- Pharmacy Internship Staff
- Pharmacist
- Pharmacist Manager
- Clinical Research Associate
- Registered Nurse
- Research Technician
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
University of Western Ontario Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per student$ 108/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Laval University Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
Options Available
Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Program Type | Tution Fees |
B.S Biology Core | full time | 4 years | on-campus | $34225.2 |
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