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Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc)

Why choose interdisciplinary health sciences

A holistic approach to health

Our Honours Bachelor in Health Sciences program offers a unique, interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex factors that influence health. By integrating biological, social and environmental perspectives, you gain the knowledge and skills to address real-world health challenges. This holistic view of health prepares you to make an impact in diverse health sectors.

Tailored learning through specialization

We believe in learning by doing. Our students engage in hands-on experiences through co-op placements, research projects and fieldwork, making them highly competitive in the job market. With three specialization options — Population and Public Health, Technologies and Innovation in Health Care, and Integrative Health Biosciences — you can tailor your degree to align with your passion and career goals.

Élodie Ouellette

“Interdisciplinary Health Sciences is a gateway for aspiring health professionals, researchers, and curious minds to gain essential skills needed to shape the future of healthcare as they envision it.”

Élodie Ouellette

— Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) student

What to expect

  • Interdisciplinary focus: Engage in a unique approach that integrates biological, social and environmental health sciences to tackle complex health issues.
  • Graduate studies preparation: Build a strong academic foundation for pursuing advanced degrees in fields like medicine, rehabilitation, dentistry, epidemiology and biomedical research.
  • Research opportunities: Participate in hands-on research projects, gaining experience in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
  • Real-world experience: Benefit from co-op placements and fieldwork opportunities in health agencies, non-governmental organizations and community health programs.
  • Diverse career paths: Be well-prepared for careers in the public and private health sectors, community service, occupational health or health policy consultancy.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving: Develop the skills to analyze and address health challenges from multiple perspectives, preparing you to lead in a variety of health-related fields.

Program options

Once you’re enrolled and have begun your studies, you can choose an option that matches with your academic interests and career goals. This allows you to build expertise in a specific field while maintaining a strong interdisciplinary foundation, opening doors to diverse career opportunities and advanced studies.

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General program

  • Broad interdisciplinary coverage: The general program covers a wide range of interdisciplinary health sciences, providing you   with a well-rounded foundation in biological, social and environmental health.
  • Flexible learning pathways: This option allows you to explore various health topics before focusing on a specific field in graduate studies or a career.
  • Career opportunities: You can pursue roles in diverse health sectors, from policy-making and research to community health programs.

Learn more about general Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences courses.

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BHSc — Population and Public Health

  • Focus on health frameworks: This option emphasizes public health theories and methodologies that form the backbone of Canada’s health-care system.
  • Local and global health: Learn to analyze health-care scenarios from both local and global perspectives, developing health interventions like promotion strategies and tackling systemic health disparities.
  • Career opportunities: Be well-prepared for roles in public and private health agencies, community health programs and non-governmental health organizations, or for further studies in fields like medicine or public health.

Learn more about Population and Public Health courses.

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BHSc — Technologies and Innovation in Health Care

  • Emphasis on health technologies: This option gives you the skills to assess the utility and limitations of health-care technologies, including computer-assisted applications.
  • Critical thinking on innovation: Learn to critically evaluate the social and ethical implications of technologies in health-care settings, preparing you for real-world challenges.
  • Career opportunities: You can pursue careers in health care innovation and health agencies, or continue with graduate studies in technology-driven health fields.

Learn more about Technologies and Innovation in Health Care courses.

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BHSc — Integrative Health Biosciences

  • Advanced biosciences focus: This option dives into cellular and molecular processes, preparing you for research in health biosciences.
  • Lifespan health understanding: Gain knowledge about the molecular determinants of health and longevity, integrating research approaches that cover life-trajectory health.
  • Career opportunities: Be well prepared for research-based roles in biosciences, as well as careers in health organizations or advanced studies in fields such as medicine or pharmacy.

Learn more about Integrative Health Biosciences courses.

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Dual fast-track degrees

Interested in becoming an occupational therapist or a physiotherapist?

Earn two degrees in a reduced timeframe through our innovative dual fast-track programs, and achieve your career goals faster. Building on the interdisciplinary foundation of the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc),you’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of health and prepare for diverse career paths or further studies.

The Master of Health Sciences (MHSc), offered in French, allows you to specialize in areas such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, audiology or speech-language pathology, giving you the advanced expertise needed to excel in the rehabilitation field.

Learn more about our dual fast-track programs.