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The subjects that fall under the umbrella of the Life Sciences program include traditional biomedical disciplines devoted to the anatomical, biochemical, epidemiological, immunological, microbiological, pathological, pharmacological, and physiological sciences. In addition, there are streams dedicated to contemporary trans-disciplinary themes in the cardiovascular and respiratory sciences, drug development and human toxicology, cancer biology and genetics, and neuroscience.

Specialization in Life Sciences

An intensive course of study with approximately two-thirds of your courses within the subject of study.

Major in Life Sciences

A major is an intensive course of study in one discipline, with approximately half of your courses within the discipline with room for an optional minor in any other Arts and Science discipline.

Undergraduate Course Highlights

After taking foundational courses in Biology and Chemistry, students participate in core courses that explore human anatomy/physiology, pharmacology, and microbiology. In the third and fourth years, students can choose from a wide variety of class and laboratory based courses that cover topics including biochemistry, pathology, and epidemiology. Research projects in fourth year for Specialization students can focus on a broad range of fields including Cancer Biology, Cardio respiratory Sciences, Drug Discovery and Human Toxicology, and Neurosciences, as well as Public Health Sciences, Reproductive Biology and Gastrointestinal Function.

Job and Career Opportunities for Life Science Grads

Life Sciences is an interdisciplinary program providing a broad background in Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, and Physiology. The Queen's Life Sciences program is unmatched in preparation for graduate studies in biomedical sciences as well as for opportunities in the marketplace, especially in the pharmaceutical industry. It is particularly important for the students to appreciate that with a Life Sciences degree they can contribute to society in a variety of health science disciplines and other related fields through many career opportunities in professional disciplines, academic and other research institutions, and industry. A large proportion of the graduates of this program choose a career in medicine or graduate studies and research in health sciences. Others enter programs in Dentistry, Optometry, Law, Hospital or Health Administration, Public Policy, and Business Administration.