University of Toronto

Overview

The Health and Disease program at the University of Toronto provides a comprehensive foundation in the biological sciences related to human health and illness. This interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes the understanding of disease development, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through a research-informed approach.

• Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor)
• Delivery mode: Public study mode
• Focus: Human health, disease mechanisms, physiology, pathology, and health-related research skills
• Language of instruction: English
• Credits / duration: 48 months

What you'll study

The program blends foundational science with targeted studies on diseases, incorporating hands-on laboratory experiences. The curriculum is centered around key themes in health and disease, with coursework that may vary by term. Core components include:

• Foundational science & quantitative skills: Chemistry and calculus to support biomedical studies
• Core biological and health courses: Biochemistry, human physiology, and anatomy/histology
• Disease mechanisms & systems-based learning: Pathology and disease processes, including a focus on cardiovascular health
• Laboratory and applied learning: Practical components in Health and Disease
• Health and disease electives: Courses may include epidemiology, personalized medicine, dementia, exercise and sports medicine, and dental sciences

The curriculum typically features courses such as:

• Chemistry: Physical Principles
• Calculus
• Biochemistry I: Proteins, Lipids, and Metabolism
• Human Physiology
• Human Anatomy and Histology
• Pathobiology of the Cardiovascular System
• Health and Disease
• Vertebrate Histology and Histopathology
• Topics in Health & Disease
• Epidemiology of Health & Disease
• Laboratory in Health and Disease
• Personalized Medicine
• Dementia
• Exercise and Sports Medicine
• Dental Sciences

Note: Please verify if a thesis or capstone project is required for your degree pathway.

Entry requirements

Applicants are generally expected to have completed senior secondary/Grade 12-level education in relevant subjects. Specific subject requirements may vary depending on the applicant's pathway.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Health and Disease program can pursue a variety of career paths in healthcare, research, public health, and related fields. The interdisciplinary knowledge and skills gained through this program prepare students for roles in health promotion, disease prevention, and health-related research initiatives.