Bachelor of Science in Medicine (BSc Med) at University of Manitoba

Programme overview

The BSc (Med) program in the Max Rady College of Medicine allows you to gain first-hand research experience. Hone your research skills in experimental design, hypothesis testing, critical data evaluation and the effective communication of research results. Enhance your degree by participating in original basic or clinical research under the supervision of qualified faculty.

Faculty: Max Rady College of Medicine | Duration: Two 13-week summer sessions | Study mode: full-time | Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

What you will study

This enhanced degree program runs during summer recess between years one and two, and years two and three of your undergraduate studies in medicine. The BSc (Med) program is designed to give you a comprehensive research experience through three key components, with an option for clinical exposure:

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Application information

Entry requirements

The BSc (Med) is an advanced program, which means you must complete your first year of the Max Rady College of Medicine program and be in good academic standing. To enrol in the BSc (Med) program, you must find a qualified supervisor in any field in the Max Rady College of Medicine.

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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