Program Overview

Introduction to the Medical Sciences Program

The Medical Sciences program at Dalhousie University is designed to provide students with the experience and flexibility needed to pursue a profession in the health field. This program prepares students for various careers, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, nursing, occupational therapy, optometry, ultrasound technology, and more.

Program Overview

The Medical Sciences program is offered by the Faculty of Science and is designed to deliver everything students want and need in an undergraduate degree. The program builds a foundation that medical schools, pharmacy schools, dentistry programs, nursing programs, and many other health-related professional programs across Canada require.

Program Goals

The program aims to help students confidently take the first step towards a profession in biomedical sciences. It provides a foundation for post-graduate programs, including entrance exams and interviews, and offers flexibility to decide on a career path as students progress.

Career Paths

Graduates of the Medical Sciences program have pursued various career paths, including:

• Doctor
• Dentist
• Pharmacist
• Veterinarian
• Nurse
• Physiotherapist
• Researcher
• Lawyer
• Optometrist
• Radiological technician
• Nuclear medicine technician
• Ultrasound technician
• Medical laboratory technician
• Social worker
• Hospital administrator
• Public health administrator
• Government researcher or administrator

Program Structure

The program includes courses such as anatomy, microbiology, neuroscience, and sociology of health, preparing students for professional school interviews, grad school, and various careers in the health field.

Benefits

The Medical Sciences program offers flexibility, allowing students to pursue a future in academia, industry, government, and other biomedically-related fields. It provides a launching pad for future success, with a focus on reducing worries while increasing options for students.