Bachelor of Health Studies at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Health Studies program focuses on the social science aspects of health and disease, and integrates social science and fundamental science concepts. Our program provides a foundation for careers in health-related care and research, community health management, and continuing education in health and social science fields.

Faculty: Interdisciplinary Health Program | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

The Interdisciplinary Health Program offers education and training leading to a Bachelor of Health Studies degree. The Interdisciplinary Health Program (IHP) is a joint program between the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences in partnership with the Faculty of Arts. Classes take place at the Fort Garry campus.

Career pathways

Graduates will be prepared to work in a large variety of agencies and businesses that plan or deliver health related service and products. Health Studies grads can explore careers in areas such as: Social policy research, Community and social service Community health and social service administration

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Application information

Entry requirements

Manitoba high school direct entry: minimum average of 85% over English 40S, Applied or Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Biology 40S or Chemistry 40S, and one academic 40S course, with no less than 60% in each course. Manitoba high school graduation including 5 full credits at the Grade 12 level in courses designated S, G or U A minimum 85% average over the following, with no less than 60% in each course:English 40S Applied Mathematics 40S or Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S One of Biology 40S or Chemistry 40S

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall term (classes begin 9 September 2026), Winter term (classes begin 7 January 2027); Direct Entry application deadlines are also published for Summer 2026 and Summer 2027 entry.

Direct Entry deadlines for Fall 2026: Music January 15, 2026; Diploma in Agriculture March 1, 2026 (international) and May 1, 2026 (Canadian citizens and permanent residents); University 1 May 1, 2026 (international) and August 1, 2026 (Canadian citizens and permanent residents); all other Direct Entry programs March 1, 2026. Early application deadline for Fall 2026 was December 1, 2025.

Direct Entry deadlines for Winter 2027: Environment, Earth and Resources, Arts and Science October 1, 2026; University 1 international applicants October 1, 2026; University 1 Canadian citizens and permanent residents December 1, 2026. Summer 2027: Environment, Earth and Resources, Arts and Science February 1, 2027; University 1 international February 1, 2027; University 1 Canadian citizens and permanent residents April 1, 2027.

Undergraduate application fee: $100 for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees; $130 for international students; non-refundable. Pay online by Visa or MasterCard, or through Convera or PayMyTuition (5 to 10 business days to process). Apply through the UM undergraduate application portal at apply.umanitoba.ca. Deadlines vary by program and both the application and fee must be received by the deadline. A non-refundable $2,000 CAD tuition deposit is required from students needing a Provincial Attestation Letter.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.umanitoba.ca/apply

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