Health Sciences or Biomedical Sciences: Which program might be right for you?

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Quiz Questions

1.
What are you interested in learning?
- A.
  Human and animal systems and their functions related to health, disease, and the healing process. Learn about viruses, bacteria, and other microbes, and how these can impact health.
- B.
  A mix of natural science AND social factors that influence human health (biology, chemistry, social determinants of health, aging, health policy, etc.)
2.
How much time do you want to spend in a science lab (think, lab coats and goggles)?
- A.
  I want to spend some time in a science lab.
- B.
  I want to be in a science lab as much as possible!
3.
How do you feel about taking mandatory calculus, statistics, and a physics course+ lab?
- A.
  Hmmm, I’d rather just have an option to take those courses as electives if I’m really interested.
- B.
  Sounds good – sign me up!
4.
Would you like to have an option to build co-op work experience into your degree?
- A.
  I’d like the option of having paid co-op work experience built into my degree, even if it takes 5 years instead of 4.
- B.
  I’d prefer a 4-year degree to graduate faster + have summers off.
5.
Which course sounds most interesting to you?
- A.
  Principles of Epidemiology (the study of how often, and why, diseases occur in different groups of people)
- B.
  Introductory Developmental Biology and Embryology
6.
What ratio of natural sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics) and social sciences (e.g., psychology, sociology, political science) would you prefer in your required courses?
- A.
  I’d prefer that my required courses are mostly natural science courses.
- B.
  I’d prefer more of a 50/50 split between natural sciences and social sciences.
7.
Which grouping of career possibilities sounds most appealing?
- A.
  physician, epidemiologist, health policy analyst
- B.
  physician, optometrist, research lab co-ordinator
8.
Did you know that students from both programs graduate with a Bachelor of Science (BSc)?
- A.
  Yes, I knew that.
- B.
  No - who knew?

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Health Sciences might be the program for you! This program is offered through the Faculty of Health.
You'll learn about the biological and social factors that impact human health. We call this “a cell to society” perspective. It means you'll take some core science courses (like chemistry, biology, and physiology) and spend quite a bit of time studying social sciences (like health policy, healthcare systems, and the social and economic factors that influence health).By the time you graduate, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of the different factors that impact human health - beyond just the biological. This helps you develop strategies for preventing illness, not just treating people once they're sick.
2.
Biomedical Sciences might be the program for you! This program is offered through the Faculty of Science.
Study human and animal systems and their functions related to health, disease, and the healing process. Diversify your knowledge by learning about viruses, bacteria, and other microbes, and how these (along with genetic and environmental influences) can impact health. Examine how the body ages, how disease and injury impact it, and what diagnostic tools can identify physiological problems.This program does not have a co-op option.