Carleton University

Overview

The Health Sciences (Honours) – Disability and Chronic Illness Concentration at Carleton University offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding and supporting individuals living with long-term health conditions. This program integrates biomedical science and psychosocial perspectives, equipping students with essential research and communication skills through a combination of labs, seminars, and a capstone experience focused on disability and chronic illness.

What you'll study

Programme Structure

• Year 1: Core foundations in health sciences, introductory research, communication skills, and early lab/seminar experiences
• Year 2: In-depth coursework covering biomedical principles and health science topics, including genetics and health-related physiology
• Year 3: Specialized learning in disability and chronic illness, along with advanced research methodologies and applied health communication
• Year 4: Completion of a capstone project or placement tied to themes of disability and chronic illness

Example course areas (may vary by year)

• Health Skills
• Principles of Health
• Health Science Communication
• Health Research Methods
• Molecular and Cellular Pathology
• Biomedical Sciences
• Genetics
• Biochemistry
• Immunology
• Physiology
• Anatomy
• Disability and Chronic Illness
• Health Throughout the Lifespan

Capstone / culminating experience

• Students will undertake a culminating honours project that showcases their research and applied learning related to disability and chronic illness.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program is based on the academic record from secondary/high school along with specific program requirements. The GRE/GMAT is not required for this bachelor’s degree.

Typical requirement: Completion of secondary education (typically at least 12 years of study) along with transcripts and graduation documentation.

English requirements

• IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5
• TOEFL iBT: minimum total score of 86
• PTE Academic: minimum score of 60
• Duolingo English Test: minimum score of 120

English language proficiency requirements may vary by intake. It is advisable to check Carleton's admissions pages for the most current information relevant to your application term.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Health Sciences (Honours) – Disability and Chronic Illness Concentration can pursue diverse career paths in healthcare, research, policy-making, and advocacy. They are well-prepared to work with individuals living with disabilities and chronic illnesses in various settings, contributing to improved health outcomes and quality of life.

Upon completion of the program, students may also qualify for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) in Canada, subject to meeting immigration requirements, allowing them to gain valuable work experience in their field.