Biomedical Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Biomedical Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Requirements: Grades-Only
Grade range: High 80s1
Experiential learning: Co-op available
Full-time formats: 4 Year | 5-Year Co-op
Is this degree for you?
Gain theoretical and practical expertise in the cellular and molecular sciences. In our Biomedical Sciences degree program, you'll have opportunities to research important health issues like how cells turn cancerous and how genes influence aging.
Hands-on labs and real-world experiences working with our biomedical industry partners will help you develop a deep understanding of molecular and cell biology, genetics and genomics, and microbiology. You’ll also get to work on laboratory research, preparing you for a career in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
Optional specialization:
- Management Sciences
“I think what helped me the most was getting a lot of experience in the lab because I was able to develop all of the necessary skills for conducting translational research. What was also helpful was learning how to design experiments, as it forms the basis for research discovery.”
- Alyona Ivanova, Biomedical Sciences, Class of 2022
After you graduate with this degree
🎓 Further education:
- Dentistry
- Law
- Medicine
- Molecular Science (MSc)
- Pharmacy
Career possibilities:
- Biomedical technologist
- Biophysicist
- Biostatistician
- Epidemiologist
- Genetic counsellor
💼 Employer possibilities:
- Biofect Innovations
- Public Health Ontario
- St. Michael’s Hospital
- Sunnybrook Hospital
- Trillium Health Partners
Academic requirements
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses including the following program specific requirements.
Typically, a minimum overall average of 70% establishes eligibility for admission consideration; subject to competition individual programs may require higher prerequisite grades and/or higher overall averages:
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
- Two of Physics (SPH4U), Chemistry (SCH4U) or Biology (SBI4U)
- Note: the minimum grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 65-70% range) will be determined subject to competition.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page.
Tuition and fees range 2024-2025
For detailed fees information, visit tuition and fees by program.
Full-time format:
Ontario students: $7,236 - $9,749
Out-of-province students: $8,412 - $11,396
International students: $35,072 - $35,132
First-year courses
Here is a preview of first-year courses based on the available undergraduate calendar information.
Faculty of Science
Welcome to Toronto Metropolitan University’s Faculty of Science, a powerhouse of leading-edge applied research and education located in the heart of Downtown Toronto. Our seven undergraduate programs are a careful blend of scientific theory and hands-on practice, each leading to an Honours Bachelor of Science university degree. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow your knowledge, connect the dots and learn new skills in an innovative and collaborative scientific community at TMU.
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Student spotlight
Biomedical Sciences student gains real-world experience in the lab through internship at iBEST
Biomedical Sciences student Hala Abou Nahya completed a summer internship working on drug delivery for acute respiratory distress syndrome. Funded by the Leacross Foundation, the internship was part of the Women in STEM Summer Internship at iBest — the Institute for Biomedical Engineering, Science and Technology. The internship sponsors female undergraduate students and gives them the opportunity to gain career-enhancing, hands-on research experience related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Read more: Leacross internship at iBEST offers real-world experience for women in STEM
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Notes:
- Actual minimum grade ranges required for fall 2025 admission/wait list consideration will be determined based on grades and qualifications presented by the applicant pool as they become available. Required grade ranges may fluctuate from year to year (up or down) as a result of competition. Applicants not educated in Ontario may present the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Disclaimer:
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.