Pre-Health Sciences (University)
Post Secondary

Pre-Health Sciences (University)

One Year | Ontario College Certificate
Program Code 0804
Welland Campus

...I couldn’t imagine not taking this program and going to University without it. Most importantly the faculty cares about the content of what they are teaching and their students. This makes the program successful.

Brian Garden, Pre-Health Sciences (University) graduate, 1st year BSc student at Brock University



Career Opportunities

If you want to study nursing or another health sciences field at the university level but lack a science background or are returning to school as a mature student, this program is an excellent bridge.

Take Pre-Health Sciences (University) to prepare for success in one of these university programs:

  • Biochemistry
  • Biomedical Science
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Kinesiology
  • Medical Laboratory Technology
  • Neuroscience
  • Nursing (four-year university or collaborative)
  • Respiratory Therapy

In addition, graduates are prepared for any of the programs listed under Pre-Health Sciences (College).

Note: Medical Laboratory Technology and Respiratory Therapy are still taught at some colleges but are moving to the university level. Therefore, students seeking admission into these programs should take Pre-Health Sciences (University).

The NC Difference

  • Students complete weekly labs in all science courses
  • Students receive at least 135 hours of lab experience
  • Lecture and seminar style science courses
  • Lab sizes are small
  • Science courses use health-related examples
  • Brock Nursing welcomes applicants from the Niagara College Pre-Health Sciences Program

Testimonials and Profiles

"I highly recommend this program for the excellent preparation it provides for entering the health field. It has given me the knowledge and confidence to pursue my goal of being a nurse."

Ciera Vandelaar, Pre-Health Sciences (University) graduate

 “The Niagara College Pre-Health Science Program helped prepare me for University by making me a more confident, mature, knowledgeable student. The manner in which the teachers in the PHS program prepare you for lab reports and assignments has placed me ahead of my classmates at University. This program didn’t just teach me about Chemistry and Biology, it gave me a chance to excel and mature as a person by developing a strong work ethic, becoming a punctual student and developing a passion for understanding and applying concepts not only within a classroom setting but in all aspects of life.”

Matt Lukey, Pre-Health Sciences (University) graduate, 1st year BSc student at Brock University


Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, including the following required courses:
  • English - any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.
  • Mathematics - any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent.
  • Biology - Grade 11 (C) or (U) or Grade 12 (U) OR
    Chemistry - Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U) OR
    Physics - Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U).

Selection and Ranking Process:

  • For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the highest senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
  • Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

  • Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

General Information
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Tours

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Welland: 905-735-2211, ext. 7559
NOTL: 905-641-2252, ext. 4208

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Program Information

Term One
BIOL1162Advanced Human Biology3
BIOL1167Advanced Human Biology Lab2
CAPL1199Computer Applications3
CHEM1154Advanced Health Chemistry I3
CHEM1158Advanced Health Chemistry Lab I2
COMM1133Writing Strategies3
Special Elective - choose one:
MATH1110Applied Mathematics I for Pre-Health Sciences3
MATH1150Mathematics of Functions3
Note
Students planning to take Physical or Computer Sciences at University must take MATH1150.
Term Two
BIOL1262Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology3
BIOL1267Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab2
CHEM1254Advanced Health Chemistry II4
CHEM1258Advanced Health Chemistry Lab II2
COMM1160Communications in Healthcare I3
PHYS1198Concepts in Physics4
Special Elective - choose one:
MATH1210Applied Mathematics II for Pre-Health Sciences3
MATH1250Algebra and Calculus3
Note
Students planning to take Physical or Computer Sciences at University must take MATH1250.
Note
Students seeking to enter a nursing program should take MATH1110 and MATH1210. Those seeking to enter a university science program that requires calculus should take the more difficult MATH1150 and MATH1250.

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