Our Honours Biology & Pharmacology Program offers a unique blend of instruction that utilizes the principles of problem-based learning and an extensive co-operative education component. Students enter the Honours Biology & Pharmacology Program after completion of two years of an Honours Biology, Health Sciences or equivalent stream. Candidates are interviewed to ensure their suitability for co-operative work term placements, and begin their first co-op work term after completing at least three full years of university-level preparation.
Are you looking for an exciting education and great job prospects?
There are many aspects of the program that set it apart:
- Limited enrollment to 22 students per year
- High instructor to student ratios in both tutorial and lab courses, often 1:11
- Problem-based learning: self-directed approach to researching and learning about many aspects of pharmacology and human physiology
- Up to 12 months of co-op experience in major areas such as academia, government and pharmaceutical industries
- A 15-unit senior thesis that can be combined with work terms and may be conducted outside of McMaster University
- Possibility to develop professional networking through work terms with coop supervisors and program instructors
- Fully paid co-op placements
- Excellent preparation for graduate or professional schools and the job market
“I have learned so much this year, and have grown and matured as a person. This program allows for more personalized learning and a significant amount of hands-on opportunities that can prepare us properly for the next step.” 2023 Alumnus