# Future Students
**Source**: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/bhsc/future-students
**Parent**: https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/bhsc
## Engage, Inspire and Grow
### Multidisciplinary
### Inquiry-based
### Research-Focused
### Leadership & Innovation
#### Bioinformatics
[BINF program details](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/education/bhsc/future-students/majors/binf)
#### Biomedical Sciences
[BMSC program details](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/education/bhsc/future-students/majors/bmsc)
#### Health and Society
[HSOC program details](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/education/bhsc/future-students/majors/hsoc)
## Frequently Asked Questions: Admissions and Application
### [Is the BHSc a pre-med program?](#collapse645381007)
The BHSc program is not a pre-med program. Our focus is on building skills in research, critical thinking, academic writing, communication and teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting.
### [What might I do with a BHSc degree?](#collapse730438374)
Our alumni are impacting the world in amazing ways. They become entrepreneurs, scholars or professionals. They work in the public, private and non-governmental sectors.
**Professional degree pathways include:**\
Architecture, Dentistry, Law, Medicine, Optometry, Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine
**Graduate School pathways include study in the areas of:**
Biochemistry, Bioethics, Biomedical Technology, Cancer Biology, Clinical Drug Development, Computing Science, Genetic Counselling, Global Health, Engineering Sciences, Health Systems Management, Neuroscience, Pathologist's Assistant, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Work, Urban Planning, and many, many more.
### [How do I apply to the BHSc program?](#collapse718539162)
All prospective students apply through the [University of Calgary's Online Application](http://www.ucalgary.ca/admissions/applynow). Submission of a [Supplementary Application](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/bhsc/future-students/admissions) is also required.
### [What is the Supplementary Application?](#collapse1899090319)
The BHSc program believes that we are richer and stronger when we are diverse and welcome students from a broad range of backgrounds. We acknowledge that everyone has a unique path in life, individuals face unique challenges and may not share the same opportunities. Yet, they may be a great asset to our program. Therefore, in addition to considering your academic performance, applicants to the BHSc program must complete a supplementary application. You will receive a link to this application only after applying to one of the majors in the BHSc program.
The supplementary application consists of four questions that help us understand how you think and express yourself. They are questions that do not have ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ answers. They are not questions asking for your resumé. They must be completed by you and you alone. The questions are not shared publicly.
When you submit your supplementary application to us, we remove your name (and other identifying information) and we assign it a number. Your answers are then independently and blindly reviewed by three individuals who each provide a score. We consider the average supplementary application score in conjunction with your academic performance in making our admission decisions.
For supplementary application deadlines please click [here](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/bhsc/future-students/admissions).
### [Supplementary Application Deadlines](#collapse728367722)
University of Calgary Change of Program applicants - **February 1, 2027**
All other applicants - **March 1, 2027**
### [Have you received my transcripts?](#collapse1639988400)
We do not confirm the receipt of transcripts. You can check the status of your application and information on outstanding documents through your Student Centre. For more information on your University of Calgary application, contact the [University of Calgary Admissions Office](http://www.ucalgary.ca/admissions/contact).
### [What are the requirements for students applying to transfer to the BHSc program?](#collapse87268469)
There are a very limited number of seats available for transfer admission into Year 2 of the BHSc program. Applicants must complete a minimum of eight half courses to be eligible to apply for transfer to the BHSc program. A minimum of four of those courses must be from the list of courses required for the major to which they are applying. The minimum GPA of 3.30 will be considered but please be advised that it is highly competitive and meeting the minimum GPA requirement does not guarantee admission. Submission of a BHSc Supplementary Application will also be required. Full details are available in the University of Calgary calendar [here](https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/pages/9cfa8759f6dd4bdd9e648f87cb9dc6e7).
### [Can I apply to transfer to the BHSc Program from another UCalgary faculty?](#collapse62595268)
You can apply for a Change of Program to the BHSc program through your Student Centre. There are a very limited number of seats available each year for entry into Year 2 of the BHSc program. Students must complete a minimum of eight half courses to be eligible to apply to transfer to BHSc. A minimum of four of those courses must be from the list of courses required for the major to which they are applying. The minimum GPA of 3.30 will be considered. Submission of a BHSc Supplementary Application is also required. Full details are available in the University of Calgary calendar [here](https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/pages/9cfa8759f6dd4bdd9e648f87cb9dc6e7).
### [Immunization Requirements](#collapse2036687424)
All students entering the Bachelor of Health Sciences program are required to meet an immunization standard as described in the [University of Calgary Calendar](https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/pages/c39609305a0944dea26dc6975e0327ac). Specific information regarding this will be provided to students in the summer preceding their program start.
## BHSc Admissions
Interested in applying to the Bachelor of Health Sciences program?
[Find out how!](https://cumming.ucalgary.ca/bhsc/future-students/admissions)
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## Thinking of applying to the BHSc program?
Dr. Ebba Kurz, former Associate Dean (Undergraduate Health and Science Education) and Director of the Bachelor of Health Sciences program, sits down with the Recruitment Office to discuss and answer questions about the Bachelor of Health Sciences program.
[Listen to Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-5-bachelor-of-health-science/id1448280385?i=1000426890215)
## BHSc Students in the News
### Mentor inspired future doctor to embrace advocacy and make a difference
Dr. Asha Hollis, BHSc'17, has taken every opportunity to make a difference. Growing up in Calgary, Dr. Hollis pursued her academic journey at the University of Calgary, completing her undergraduate degree in Health Sciences, followed by a joint MD and MSc through the Leaders in Medicine program at the Cumming School of Medicine.
[Story](https://alumni.ucalgary.ca/node/128189?mkt_tok=MTYxLU9MTi05OTAAAAGVqeCDx56D137oaQAaiyg--lBTPaL2ojSF6_ZW7pmQ-VT7kBmiG5zIh9IO_sCYwzalPeFHQeiRg7jBRpD_2YnfvEKaZMMremPQx1oxb3hx622GuKAf)
### BHSc students among Alberta’s Top 30 Under 30
Two BHSc students, Mirza Beg and Deborah Ola, among Alberta's Top 30 Under 30 for work in sustainability. Honourees inspire positive change and dedicate themselves to creating a more equitable, fair and sustainable world.
[Story](https://www.ucalgary.ca/news/6-ucalgary-students-and-alumni-among-albertas-top-30-under-30-work-sustainability?mkt_tok=MTYxLU9MTi05OTAAAAGRrmyZB5D1e-hXVHOmUp_OIACdN_p2IWrvS3YqBTn1grC9gyiUYK3hthv8uA_Lcsm7L9C24VWQQvieU4J43QzEtt82AQHPszo9QzHRDMnlk9JJVFZu)
### Students honoured with 2023 Vanier Award for conducting health research
BHSc alumnus one of three to be awarded the 2023 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (Vanier CGS). Fahad Iqbal, BHSc'20, is currently completing a joint MD/PhD in neuroscience. Iqbal's research focuses on supporting those with epilepsy.
[Story](https://www.ucalgary.ca/news/forward-thinking-solutions-and-prevention-strategies-diverse-medical-conditions-inspire-3-ucalgary)
### Two BHSc students become Rhodes Scholars
Rahul Arora and Emily Boucher the 16th and 18th scholars to date for the University of Calgary.
[Emily Boucher story](https://ucalgary.ca/news/two-ucalgary-students-become-rhodes-scholars?mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiT0dJNE9UUTNZekV5T1RoaiIsInQiOiIzaDJnNWN2bnphUjJBSmZBeWNyV2tGZWhlU0VtWTlsV1BoeGJSWUFiMnRxT1lkSUt0NG1FU2VYbnJZU1FZYWN6TDdQMEFXdVdFR3ZGNU41RGZBbWRcL3NMeCtqckNEbWdaZXI4RmprUVRxeUI5aFJwTmFYR0tCQXVoYmoxcDhWNEwifQ%3D%3D)\
[Rahul Arora story](https://ucalgary.ca/news/health-sciences-student-wins-prestigious-rhodes-scholarship)
## BHSc Scholarships
[Search for potential BHSc awards](https://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/finances/awards)