Program Overview

Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology Program Details

Overview

Biochemistry, microbiology and immunology examines the processes regulating DNA, RNA and proteins within cells and the world of viruses, bacteria and how infections occur and are combatted by the immune system. Mutations, metabolic disorders, cancer and determination of protein structure are of particular importance to humans in how we advance modern medicine. Studies of the immune system and microbial processes allow the development of protective solutions such as antibiotics and vaccines.

Program Structure

• Four-year degree
• Full- or part-time program
• You can enter this program directly from high school
• You can begin this program off-campus

What You Will Learn

This program will help you develop a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and research skills, as well as provide you with experiential learning opportunities that will be essential to a broad spectrum of science-based careers and further education. You will learn about molecular and cellular approaches to the study of microbial physiology and pathogenesis, protein structure and function, molecular biology, microbial genetics, virology, tumour biology and cancer, immunology and immunopathogenesis.

Sample First Year

A first-year schedule sample:

• Fall Term:
  • CHEM 112a: General Chemistry I Structure Bonding and Properties of Materials
  • BIOL 120a: The Nature of Life
  • PHYS 115a: Physics and the Universe
  • MATH 125b: Mathematics for the Life Sciences
  • ENG 114c or INDG 107d: Literature and Composition Reading Culture or Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies
• Winter Term:
  • CHEM 115a: General Chemistry II Chemical Processes
  • PHYS 117a: Physics for the Life Sciences
  • PLSC 214b: Statistical Methods
  • BMSC 200a: Biomolecules
  • PHIL 140a: Critical Thinking

Featured Classes

• BMSC 210: Microbiology: An introduction to the structure, physiology, genetics and pathogenicity of microorganisms.
• MCIM 390: Experimental Microbiology and Immunology: The principles and applications of techniques used in microbiology and immunology are covered with an emphasis on problem solving by experimentation.
• MCIM 423: Immunopathogenesis: Considers how the activation of innate and adaptive immune mechanisms contribute to pathology.

Why Study Here?

• Opportunities: This program provides an excellent foundation of knowledge in the biomedical sciences if you are seeking subsequent admission into health science professional schools such as Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Nutrition or Veterinary Medicine.
• Faculty: The Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology has faculty members with expertise in nucleic acids, lipids, carbohydrates, enzymology, metabolism, cell biochemistry, plant biochemistry and structural biology.
• Facilities: Our research laboratories are located in the newly renovated Health Sciences Building with state-of-the-art research facilities.

Careers

• Research: A variety of technical positions are available in academia, industry, government laboratories, and healthcare system.
• Teaching: Biochemists, microbiologists and immunologists are involved in teaching at high schools, universities and technical colleges.
• Communications: Some biochemists, microbiologists and immunologists work as science writers for textbooks and prepare technical reports for industry.
• Business: Biochemists, microbiologists and immunologists play an important role in the management, sales and marketing in science-based companies.
• Regulatory/Law: Many biochemists, microbiologists and immunologists are employed by regulatory bodies to develop government policies and patent law.

Tuition Estimates

| Canadian students | International students
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Tuition | $8,205 | $39,711
Student fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24
Books | $1,500 | $1,500
Total | $11,013.24 | $42,519.24

Program Options

• Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) Four-year - Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology
• Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) Honours - Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on your situation. Please consult the university's admission requirements for detailed information.

Application Deadlines

Start term | Application deadline | International deadline
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Winter | Dec. 1, 2025 | Sept. 1, 2025
Spring | April 1, 2026 | Feb. 1, 2026
Summer | May 1, 2026 | March 1, 2026
Fall | July 15, 2026 | May 1, 2026
Winter | Dec. 1, 2026 | Sept. 1, 2026

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