About the course

Cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences is the study of the structure, function and development of organisms at the molecular, subcellular, cellular, tissue and organ levels. It investigates the functions and mechanisms of major systems of the human body and studies the effects and mode of action of drugs which modify major body systems.

　　You will study human anatomy, cell biology, neurobiology, skeletal biology, embryonic development, histology, and anatomical imaging. You will also study the properties of chemical compounds in relation to their interactions with living organisms and examine the basis for the discovery and study of drug actions either as therapeutic agents or as tools in physiological research. These fields can be used to advance medical science with clinical relevance to osteoarthritis, Alzheimer's disease, peripheral nerve damage and repair, multiple sclerosis, aging, cancer and pain.

　　Preparation for professional health science programs and graduate studies: The cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences program provides an excellent foundation in the biomedical sciences for students seeking subsequent admission into professional health science schools such as medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, chiropractic, veterinary medicine and optometry. Cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences graduates are also well qualified to progress into more advanced biomedical research training in the master's and Ph.D. levels.

　　Other careers:

　　(Note that some of the following positions may require further education or qualifications, depending on the hiring institution and the jurisdiction in which the position is found).

　　Research and lab positions: A variety of technical positions are available in academia (e.g., universities and colleges), industry (e.g. biotechnology, private research firms, biomedical supply, and pharmaceutical companies), government (e.g. agricultural and food agencies and police forensic laboratories) and the healthcare system (e.g. medical labs).

　　Communications: Cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences studies may lead to a career in technical writing for textbooks and/or government and industry reports.

　　Business: Cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences graduates may obtain sales, consulting or management positions in science-related private sector companies such as pharmaceutical and biomedical supply firms.

　　Regulatory/Law: Cellular, physiological and pharmacological sciences graduates may be employed by regulatory bodies such as the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration to develop government policies and procedures. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Saskatoon
Winter (January), 2024	Saskatoon
Spring (May), 2024	Saskatoon
Summer (July), 2024	Saskatoon
Fall (September), 2024	Saskatoon
Winter (January), 2025	Saskatoon
Spring (May), 2025	Saskatoon
Summer (July), 2025	Saskatoon
Fall (September), 2025	Saskatoon
Winter (January), 2026	Saskatoon
Spring (May), 2026	Saskatoon
Summer (July), 2026	Saskatoon

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Educational History (Official High School Transcripts)

　　International Baccalaureate Required

　　IELTS (Academic):- Overall Band Score: 6.5 (With Minimum 6 in Each Component)

　　TOEFL (Internet Based) - 86 (With minimum individual scores of 19 in Each Component)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

Application deadline:

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