Future Students
Level II Admissions
The IRH program is a Level II entry program. Students who complete a Level I year of study in any program, including the prerequisite Grade 12 biology or Level I university biology component, are eligible to apply. Applicants are required to submit a supplementary application.
Have questions about the IRH program? Please email irhbhsc@mcmaster.ca
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Are you a current McMaster student? Apply on Mosaic
McMaster University transfer applicants are required to complete a Level II program application in Mosaic. Please refer to the Registrar website for more information.
Are you an external applicant?
Applicants from other post-secondary institutions are required to apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC).
Important Application Dates
Admission Deadline
Internal applicants must apply by April 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.
External applicants must apply by April 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.
Supplementary Application Submission Window
The Supplementary Application will be available from March 15, 2025 until April 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Full details will be posted by January 2025!
Offers
Offers for the BHSc (Hons) IRH Program for the 2025 application cycle will be released in June 2025.
Discover what inspired our students to apply..
“I aspire to be a doctor one day, a role and responsibility that requires the ability to interact and connect with others and the world around me. The IRH integrates those core value of mine in such a beautiful program where I have the opportunity to learn about others, to learn to value others because at the end of the day the responsibility of a doctor is not just to heal, but to recognize that you are helping an individual with a whole world. The IRH program teaches us the core principles and values of caring for others and integrating it so well into the rehabilitation and health science field.”
– Ruth, IRH Student, Level II
“I spent first year struggling with an identity crisis and questioning whether I deserved to be in school, what I was here for, what my purpose is. I didn’t find a program I fit into, that aligned with my morals and interests. I felt so out of place until I discovered what this program is, and I felt instantly drawn to it. The fact that this program emphasizes the importance of being a good person within the medical industry. It’s so important to know how to speak to patients, how to be empathetic and kind, while delivering quality care to patients.”
– Harleen, IRH Student, Level II
“As a disabled student, I’ve noticed that a lot of healthcare spaces don’t really include our perspectives and see us only in the role of being a patient. For me, the IRH program was an opportunity to learn and interact with a curriculum that is cognizant of that historical bias, and contribute to bringing disabled voices to table. Being able to look at the Humanities and history of healthcare through a critical lens means being able to provide care that sees both patients and practitioners as more than just datapoints. I believe that healthcare is inherently tied to the humanities, and that effective care systems require us to learn from our past in order to look towards the future.”
– Yameena, IRH Student, Level II
“Coming from a big program with highly competitive individuals, IRH’s small, supportive program was an appealing aspect to join.”
– Jenny, IRH Student, Level II
How to Apply
BHSc (Hons) IRH Program is a Level II entry program. Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for Level II admission:
- One full year of university undergraduate studies (from any program)
- Applicants require the prerequisite Grade 12 biology U or Level I university biology component.
- Level I minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 6.0 (C+) on a 12.0 scale.
- Applicants are required to submit a Supplementary Application which will be used as apart of the admission selection process.
- The Supplementary Application is a written personal statement that is submitted online by the applicant.
Internal applicants will need to select the IRH program as one of their four choices of Level II programs in Mosaic.
Applications are now open on OUAC. Applicants from other post-secondary institutions are required to apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). When applying select program code MRH.
Indigenous applicants who wish to be considered under the Facilitated Indigenous Admissions Program (FIAP) should apply for the BHSc (Hons) IRH Program as per the usual procedure and complete a FIAP application.
Application requirements under the FIAP:
- Applicants must meet the same course requirements and minimum GPA as indicated for Level II applicants.
- Complete the Facilitated Indigenous Admissions Program (FIAP): Self-Identification Application by the OUAC deadline date.
If you are a Black applicant and wish to be considered under the Equitable Admissions for Black Applicants (EABA) process, apply for the BHSc (Hons) IRH Program as per the usual procedure. You will be invited to self-identify for the EABA when applying for the program.
Future Careers
Students in the BHSc (Hons) IRH program will develop a range of skills that are transferable to a variety of careers.
Our graduates will go on to careers in:
- Post-graduate health-care professional training, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy, chiropractic, audiology, speech-language pathology, medicine and/or other allied health careers that involve clinical assessment and intervention.
- Health services support and development, such as health policy analysts and researchers, consultants, program developers and other careers affiliated with health and human resources.
*Some careers may require further training and certification.