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Our Biology and Medicine Pre-Major Associate degree helps lay out the courses you may need for the first two years of study toward a degree in Biology. This Associate degree also provides the course prerequisites for admission into the UBC School of Medicine while providing two of the first three required years of study before applying to medical school. Education Advisors are available to assist in course selection to ensure all requirements for your particular path are met.

Have plans to go to university? Our Dual Admission agreement with University of Lethbridge and Guaranteed Admission agreement with University of Victoria get you started on the right foot at the College before you transfer to university.

This program starts in September each year.

Career Pathways

A biology and medicine pre-major prepares you to continue your education and work toward your career of choice. Just a few examples of career options include:

Biologist / Related Scientist
Biological Technologist / Technician
Cardiology Technologist / Electrophysiological Diagnostic Technologist *
General Practitioner and Family Physician *
Medical Sonographer *
Medical Laboratory Technologist *
Medical Radiation Technologist *
Medical Laboratory Assistant / Related Technical Occupation *
Optometrist *
Other Medical Technologist / Technician
Other Assisting Occupation in Support of Health Services *
Pharmacist *
Physician Assistant, Midwife, and Allied Health Professional *
Respiratory Therapist, Clinical Perfusionist, and Cardiopulmonary Technologist *
Specialist in Clinical and Laboratory Medicine *
Specialist in Surgery *

* High Opportunity Occupation