Program Overview
The Biology and Medicine Pre-Major Associate degree at College of the Rockies provides the foundational knowledge and skills for a career in Health Sciences. The program includes coursework in Mathematics, Science, Arts, and Language, preparing students for admission into medical school at UBC or other universities. Dedicated instructors and mentors support students throughout their studies, fostering a strong foundation for success in their chosen field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Biology and Medicine Pre-Major Associate degree at College of the Rockies is designed to provide students with the first two years of foundational knowledge and skills necessary for pursuing a career in Health Sciences. The program fulfills the first two years of study for a degree in Biology and prepares students for admission into medical school at the University of British Columbia (UBC). The curriculum includes coursework in Mathematics, Science, Arts, and Language, ensuring a well-rounded education. Dedicated instructors and mentors support students throughout their studies, fostering a strong foundation for success in their chosen field.
Outline:
First Year
- Semester 1
- BIOL 101: Introduction to Biology 1
- CHEM 101: Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
- ENGL 100: English Composition
- MATH 103: Differential Calculus
- Semester 2
- BIOL 102: Introduction to Biology 2
- CHEM 102: Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
- ENGL 101 or 102: Introduction to Poetry and Drama or Introduction to Prose Fiction
- MATH 104: Integral Calculus
Second Year
- Semester 3
- BIOL 200: Introductory Microbiology
- CHEM 201: Organic Chemistry 1
- PHYS 103: Introduction to Physics 1
- Arts elective (INDG 105 or INDG 250 or FNST elective)
- Semester 4
- BIOL 201: Cell Biology
- BIOL 202: Introduction to Biochemistry
- BIOL 203: Genetics
- PHYS 104: Introduction to Physics 2 (required for UVic and TRU Biology major)
Careers:
The credentials earned through this program can lead to careers in various fields of Health Sciences, including:
- Medicine
- Research
- Lab Operation
- Microbiology
- Pharmacy
- Optometry
- Public Health