Pre-Medicine
Program Start: 1 September 2021
Application Deadline: 1 September 2021
Location: Melfort, Nipawin, Tisdale
Credit Granting Institution: U of S
Length: 1 year only
Overview:
To become a medical doctor you must have completed a 4-year (120 credit unit) Baccalaureate (Bachelor's) degree before you can be accepted into the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. You may take any 120 credit unit degree and, therefore, should pursue a degree in a field in which you are interested. While prerequisite courses are not mandatory, applicants are strongly encouraged to complete equivalent/similar courses (introductory level Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Statistics, Sociology and Psychology) to ensure readiness for the basic sciences covered in the first two years of the undergraduate medical curriculum and to prepare for the MCAT as well.
Requirements:
For admission to the University of Saskatchewan - College of Arts and Science:
- Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30
- Grade 12 with a minimum average of 70% in the following five subjects:
- One English
- One math (Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30)
- Three other approved subjects:
- Maximum of two natural sciences
- Maximum of two social sciences or humanities
- Maximum of one fine or performing arts
- English proficiency
- If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.
In addition, other high school rerequisites may be required depending on the university subjects chosen (e.g. Physics 30 is required to take Physics 115.3). Find other U of S Arts and Science Prerequisites.
For admission to the University of Saskatchewan - College of Medicine:
- Residency and citizenship
- You must have lived in Canada for at least three years prior to August 1 of the year in which admission is being sought and you must be a Canadian citizen or have Permanent Resident status by the application deadline of October 1.
- Only 5 of the 100 available first year seats are available to out of province residents.
- Academic Requirements
- MCAT: you will need to complete the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) before the application deadline and arrange to have all of your scores released to our office during the specified time. See below for more details.
- Four year Baccalaureate Degree Completed by April 30 and Awarded Prior to Entry into Medicine: to apply you need to have completed, or be in your last year, of a four year degree program.
- Admission average: the minimum admission average will change depending on your residency status.
- Personal qualities
- Personal qualities are assessed primarily by a multiple mini-interview (MMI) held during one weekend in March.
- Additional requirements
- English language requirements
- Admission Acceptance Deposit
- Criminal record check
- Immunization requirements
Please visit the College of Medicine Admission Information page for full details or speak with a Cumberland College Advisor
Notes:
To become a student at Cumberland College you must first apply to the University of Saskatchewan. The College of Arts and Science application deadline is August 15, 2020.
Application Process:
- Apply online to the College of Arts and Science.
- Pay a one-time non-refundable $90 application fee.
- Provide supporting documents, like official high school transcripts. Transcripts must be forwarded directly from the Ministry of Education or other educational institutions.
- Complete the Cumberland College Application Form (green apply button at the top of this page) to indicate interest in the program and to receive program updates.
You can complete a full first year (30 credit units) of most degrees at Cumberland College. To complete your degree you must move to the University of Saskatchewan or Regina. To complete Medical School you must attend a university with a Medical College, such as the University of Saskatchewan. Please see a College Advisor for academic advising to choose the correct courses for you.
Your university year may include the following courses
The Nature of Life (BIOL 120.3)
An introduction to the underlying fundamental aspects of living systems: covering cell biology, genetics and the evolutionary processes which lead to complex, multi-cellular life forms.
Prerequisites:
Biology 30 or BIOL 90 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108.
Notes:Chemistry 30 is strongly recommended. Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 120.
The Diversity of Life (BIOL 121.3)
Our world has at least 15 million species, all of which have adapted to particular environments and lifestyles and use energy to grow and reproduce. We examine these processes in representative organisms from all the major groups, and discuss factors influencing changes in biodiversity over time and space.
Prerequisites:
Biology 30 or BIOL 90 or BIOL 107 or BIOL 108.
Notes:Students with credit for BIOL 110 will not receive credit for BIOL 121.
General Chemistry I Structure Bonding and Properties of Materials (CHEM 112.3)
Structure, bonding and properties of materials. Topics include atoms and molecules, bonding, molecular structure, intermolecular forces, states of matter, and properties of materials. The laboratory illustrates material covered in the lectures.
Prerequisites:
Chemistry 30 or CHEM 90 or CHEM 100; and (Mathematics B30 or Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30).
Notes:Mathematics C30 or Geometry-Trigonometry 30 is strongly recommended. Students with credit for CHEM 111 or 114 may not take this course for credit.
Literature and Composition Reading Narrative (ENG 113.3)
An introduction to the major forms of narrative literature in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition.
Notes:
Only 6 credit units of ENG 110, 111, 112, 113, and 114 may be taken for credit. ENG 120 may be used to fulfill 3 credit units of first-year English or Humanities requirements, and may also be taken as an elective in addition to 6 credit units of other first-year English classes. Students in the B.A. Honours program in English may include only 6 credit units of 100-level English courses in the 120 credit units required for their degree. Costs in addition to tuition may apply to this course.
Literature and Composition Reading Culture (ENG 114.3)
An introduction to historical and contemporary cultural forms in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practise composition. Class themes will vary according to instructor choice. Students are encouraged to refer to the Department of English website for descriptions of specific sections.
Notes:
Only 6 credit units of ENG 110, 111, 112, 113, and 114 may be taken for credit. ENG 120 may be used to fulfill 3 credit units of first-year English or Humanities requirements, and may also be taken as an elective in addition to 6 credit units of other first-year English classes.
Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies (INDG 107.3)
This course aims to develop critical reading, writing, and thinking skills and provide the background necessary for advanced Indigenous Studies courses. Through course lectures and seminar discussions this course presents an overview of Aboriginal societies across Saskatchewan and Canada by linking processes of the past with contemporary issues.
Notes:
tudents with credit for NS 105, NS 106 (formerly NS 110), or NS 107 may not take this course for credit. This course was labeled NS 107 until 2015. Students in this course will participate in a 3-5 hour experiential learning activity.
Basic Nutrition (NUTR 120.3)
An introduction to nutrition and health. The concepts of recommended nutrient intakes and dietary guidelines are introduced. The major nutrients and their functions in the body are outlined. Nutrition issues facing the general public are presented.
Biological and Cognitive Bases of Psychology (PSY 120.3)
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major biological and cognitive areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, memory, learning, language, and motivation and emotion.
Notes:
Students with credit for PSY 110 may not take this course for credit.
Social Clinical Cultural and Developmental Bases of Psychology (PSY 121.3)
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the body of knowledge, scientific theory, and research related to the major social, clinical, cultural and developmental areas of psychology. The course focuses on the study of behavior dealing with the essential problems of psychology, the methods of investigation, and the advances that have been made in the fields of intelligence, development, personality, social and cultural psychology, psychological disorders, treatment, and health, stress, and coping.
Notes:
Students with credit for PSY 110 may not take this course for credit.
