Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees

Develop the competencies needed for application to the Trent-Fleming Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, for application to science degrees, or to advanced diploma programs at Fleming College.

September 02, 2025

Domestic Availability

Accepting Applications

International Availability

Closed

Program Code

PHS

Delivery

Hybrid

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Academic School

School of General Arts and Sciences

Location

Sutherland Campus

Program Contact

Erin Kirk

Program Coordinator

Domestic Tuition

$2578.4 per semester*

International Tuition

$9005.56 per semester*

*Domestic tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

*International tuition amounts shown are from the 2024-2025 academic year and are subject to change.

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This program is designed to provide you with the core knowledge, skills and abilities fundamental to academic success in health sciences and other related programs at the advanced diploma or degree level. Develop your knowledge and skills in writing and research, mathematics, human anatomy, biology, and organic/inorganic chemistry to be well-prepared for the rigors of your next academic program. The program will provide you with extensive hands-on, laboratory-based learning experience in preparation for post-secondary level science programs. You will also have the opportunity to learn about potential careers in the health sciences and to identify other programs focusing on the biological or chemical sciences that will enable you to achieve your career objectives. This is a two-semester certificate-level program leading to an Ontario College Certificate.

Successful completion of this Pre-Health Sciences pathway program provides the essential courses to meet admission requirements for the Trent/Fleming Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Admission to the B.Sc.N. program is competitive. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the B.Sc.N. program.

Graduates of the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program can pursue the Queen's University Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree (Honours). Graduates with a 3.0 GPA are eligible, and will be awarded 12 credit hours, which is equivalent to nearly one semester of credit.

Successful completion of the Pre-Health Sciences pathway program provides the essential courses to meet application requirements to the Trent Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) program. Graduates with a minimum 65% average will be considered for entry.

Graduates may also meet admission criteria for programs at other universities.

Students interested in applying to other B.Sc.N. or B.Sc. programs are advised to consult with the admission office at the specific institution they are interested in for more information. For additional details, contact the Pre-Health Sciences program coordinator.

Successful completion of this pathway program enables you to apply for admission for Fleming College programs such as:

Graduates may also be eligible for admission to similar programs at other Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology.

Students interested in applying to Fleming's Practical Nursing or Paramedicprogram should consider the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas program.

To succeed in this program you need:

strong oral and written communication skills
ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
an interest in science, health care and related fields
problem solving skills
emotional maturity
commitment to making your education work
good time management, organizational skills
willingness to explore your options

Plan to spend at least $700 per year for books and supplies.

Analyze biological concepts such as homeostasis and apply them to the study of human anatomy and physiology.

Students applying to Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees must meet the following requirements:

OSSD including Gr 12 C English, Gr 11 C Math and two different Gr 11 or 12 C Science subjects (i.e. Chemistry, Biology, Physics)

OSSD with majority of courses at College (C ) or Open (O) unless otherwise stated.
Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Gr 11 C course requirements are listed.
Where College level courses are listed, U and M courses will be accepted.

Recommended (but not required for admission)

Biology

Mature Students

If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start, and you do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Skillsmarker to assess your eligibility for admission. Additional testing or academic upgrading may be necessary to meet specific course requirements for this program.

PC / Windows

Operating System:

Windows 10
Processor:

Core i5 - 1.6Ghz minimum
Memory:

8GB minimum
Hard Disk:

160GB minimum
Software:

Microsoft Word and Excel or equivalent software. Phone app/printer/software capable of scan to pdf.

Apple / MacOS

Operating System:

MacOS 10.12 or newer
Processor:

Core i5 6th Gen or better
Memory:

8GB minimum
Hard Disk:

160GB minimum
Software:

Microsoft Word and Excel or equivalent software. Phone app/printer/software capable of scan to pdf.

Internet Connection: 2.5 Mbps Download and 3.0 Mbps Upload (minimum)

Students are required to have their own computer, internet access, webcam and microphone.

Some required software applications are not available for Chromebook.

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Transfer Agreements

You may be able to use credits obtained at Fleming College to continue your postsecondary education in pursuit of a degree. The articulation and credit transfer agreements with our partner institutions are summarized here.

Bachelor of Science (General) in Biology

Requirement

Minimum 3.0 cumulative program Grade Point Average (GPA).

Transfer Credit

15 out of a 90-credit degree.
Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Algoma University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Requirement

Minimum 3.0 cumulative program Grade Point Average (GPA).

Transfer Credit

15 out of a 120-credit degree.
Refer to ONTransfer.ca for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Algoma University website for further articulation and program information.

Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.

Bachelor of Health Sciences

Requirement

Minimum 3.0 cumulative program Grade Point Average (GPA) in all courses taken.
Courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C (63%) or higher on the first attempt
Eligible to complete the BHSc (General) degree in an additional 90 units. Consult a BHSc Academic Advisor (bhscadvisor@queensu.ca) for program details.

Transfer Credit

12 out of a 120-credit degree.
Refer to the articulation agreement for further details.

To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.

For more information

Visit the Queen's University website for further articulation and program information.

Semester 1	Amount
Academic Supports	$ 27.19
Alumni Fee	$ 19.33
Athletics and Recreation	$ 61.47
Career Services	$ 15.46
Health Plan	$ 307.40
Health and Counselling	$ 56.67
Information Technology Fee	$ 115.66
Integrated Transportation Fee	$ 365.00
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre	$ 95.00
Program Supply Fee	$ 10.00
Student Achievement & Records	$ 22.66
Student Activity Fee	$ 112.78
Student One Card Fee	$ 10.60
Tuition	$ 1359.18
Total	$ 2578.40

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$307.40	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$215.71	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$158.05	$142.35	May to August

	Health Plan	Integrated Transportation	Coverage
Fall	$904.06	$365.00	September to August
Winter	$844.10	$255.50	January to August
Spring	$698.48	$142.35	May to August

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Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees

Program Information

Start Date

September 02, 2025

Program Highlights

If a career in nursing is your goal:

If further degree studies in the field of health science or science is your goal:

If a Fleming College Advanced Diploma is your goal:

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Additional Costs

Learning Outcomes

Minimum Admission Requirements

Recommended (but not required for admission)

Mature Students

Technology Requirements

PC / Windows

Apple / MacOS

In The News: Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees

Transfer Agreements

Algoma University

Bachelor of Science (General) in Biology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Queen's University

Bachelor of Health Sciences

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Trent University

Bachelor of Arts

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Physics

Requirement

Transfer Credit

For more information

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Requirement

Transfer Credit