Honours Bachelor Of Science In Biomedical Sciences

Gain Expertise in Biomedical Sciences and Kickstart Your Healthcare Career

The HBSc Biomedical Sciences program at UNF is designed for students passionate about advancing medical technologies and healthcare treatments. This program provides you with a solid foundation in biomedical sciences and offers pathways to further education in medicine and health-related fields.

Pre-Med Pathway: Your Path to Medical School

Take the first step toward a medical career with the Pre-Med Pathway, a unique collaboration between UNF and internationally recognized medical schools:

Through this pathway, you’ll begin your HBSc degree at UNF, then transition to one of our partner medical schools after completing 90 credits. Upon successful completion of the first two terms of your MD program at SUSOM or MUA, UNF will accept the completed courses towards the final 30 credits needed to earn your undergraduate degree.

Benefits of the Pre-Med Pathway

Career Outlook: Expanding Opportunities in Biomedical Sciences

According to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the biomedical sciences field is set for impressive growth:

This will create 1.4 million new job opportunities, with a significant portion of these positions being newly created. ESDC has identified 28 job categories within biomedical sciences, with 760,000 job openings expected by 2028.

Graduate Career Opportunities

Graduates of the HBSc Biomedical Sciences program will be well-positioned for a variety of careers in healthcare, research, and science-related fields, including:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: Six Grade 12 4U or 4M-level course, including Ontario ENG4U (or equivalent) and any 1 4U Math Minimum average of 70% on best 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M-level courses
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS Indicator: 6.5 (6.0 in the writing ) Duolingo: 125 (115 ) PTE Academic 61 (60 in writing) TOEFL iBT: 88 (20)
Refund Policy

At the University of Niagara Falls (UNF), we understand that international students may face unexpected challenges. Here's a clear and simple explanation of when and how you can get a refund:

Full Refund (Minus $500 Administration Fee)

You may get a full refund of your tuition fees (less a $500 administration fee) in the following cases:

  1. Visa Refusal:
    If your student visa or study permit is denied by IRCC, you can request a refund.
    You must submit:

    • The original visa refusal letter or

    • The official IRCC email (including full headers and routing info).

  2. Before Classes Begin:
    If you tell the university in writing that you don’t want to start the program, and do this on or before the 6th day of the term, you’re eligible.

  3. Admission Requirements Not Met:
    If you don’t meet the university’s admission criteria before the program starts (as per your offer letter), you’re also eligible.

Note: If you're a continuing student and plan to leave UNF, you must provide:

  • A new Letter of Acceptance and payment proof from another school, or

  • Your flight ticket back home.

Partial Refund (Minus $500 Administration Fee)

You can get a partial refund based on how much of your program you’ve completed if:

  • You withdraw before completing 50% of the term, and request a refund.

  • Your program is discontinued or suspended before completion.

No Refund if:

  • You withdraw after completing 50% or more of the term.

Other Important Points

  • You must submit a written refund request to: studentaccounts@unfc.ca

  • Refunds are only sent to the original method of payment.

  • Insurance fees are non-refundable once the term has started.

  • Students who are dismissed due to misconduct or policy breach are not eligible for any refund.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $0
  • LOA Deposit: $5,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $30,000
  • Total Tuition Fee: $120,000
  • Course Duration: 48 months
  • Credentials: Bachelor
  • Intake: October, January
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Checklist

Checklist

  • CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)

Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY

  • Valid passport copy
  • Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
  • Medium of instructions letter

    IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
  • Canadian Contact No:
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