Cranbrook,
BC ,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Associate Degree in Biology and Medicine (Pre-Major) in Vancouver Canada | College of the Rockies
College of the Rockies
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Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
15,865
(c. USD11,378.92)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Biology and Medicine Pre-Major offers adaptable pathways tailored to your aspirations, functioning as the foundational two years for a life sciences bachelor's degree or various healthcare careers.
Second-year labs feature cutting-edge techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, along with hands-on training in our Containment Level 2 Microbiology facility. The curriculum strengthens laboratory and fieldwork competencies, technical writing abilities, and data collection/analysis expertise. Supportive faculty and mentors guide students in developing a robust knowledge base.
This Associate degree program outlines essential coursework for the initial two years of Biology studies while fulfilling prerequisites for UBC School of Medicine admission. It also covers two of the three required pre-medical school years. Academic advisors help customize course selections to meet specific educational and professional objectives.
Benefit from our Dual Admission partnership with the University of Lethbridge and Guaranteed Admission agreement with the University of Victoria, ensuring a seamless transition from college to university studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
Either a minimum of 65% in Math 090, Math 100, or Principles 12, or Pre-Calculus 12 and a minimum of 75% in Calculus 12.
Minimum 60% in Biology 12, Chemistry 12, and Physics 12.
Basic computer skills recommended.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 80 with minimum 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking.
IELTS - Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0
Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
Either a minimum of 65% in Math 090, Math 100, or Principles 12, or Pre-Calculus 12 and a minimum of 75% in Calculus 12.
Minimum 60% in Biology 12, Chemistry 12, and Physics 12.
Basic computer skills recommended.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 80 with minimum 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking.
IELTS - Overall 6.0 with no band less than 6.0
Tuition
CAD
15,865