{"id":515,"date":"2013-05-01T14:37:28","date_gmt":"2013-05-01T19:37:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mancini.brandonu.ca\/admissions\/?page_id=515"},"modified":"2026-03-02T12:15:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T18:15:46","slug":"pre-professional-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/programs\/pre-professional-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-Professional Programs 1 to 4 years"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brandon University: A Smart Start to Your Professional Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

Brandon University is a top choice for students beginning their university journey. Study close to home\u2014near your support system\u2014while saving on costs, learning in smaller classes, and building meaningful connections with professors who can later serve as references. You\u2019ll also have access to a wide range of\u00a0<\/span>Student Services supports<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>to help you meet your goals.<\/p>\n

Many professional programs require at least one year of university study before admission. BU specializes in\u00a0<\/span>pre-professional programs<\/strong>, offering arts and science courses that prepare you for professional study in fields like medicine, law, or social work. Explore our\u00a0<\/span>pre-professional progr<\/span>am option<\/span>s<\/span> below and<\/span>\u00a0contact the\u00a0<\/span>Recruitment Office<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>to discuss your pathway.<\/p>\n

At BU, you\u2019ll learn in small classes, collaborate closely with professors and peers, and gain valuable research experience\u2014an ideal foundation for graduate or professional school.<\/p>\n

Professional and graduate programs are competitive. Our supportive environment fosters academic excellence and confidence, giving you the strong grades and skills needed to stand out. Whether you pursue veterinary medicine, an MBA, or another advanced program, your success here builds a strong case for scholarships and future opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/strong><\/td>\nRequired High School Pre-requisites<\/strong><\/td>\nTime at BU (credit hours)<\/strong><\/td>\nRecommended BU Degree to Apply For
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Athletic Therapy (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S<\/td>\n1 year (24)<\/td>\n\n

Bachelor of Physical Education<\/p>\n

Bachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Agricultural and Food Science (UofM)<\/td>\n\n

BIO 40S, CHEM 40S, ENGL 40S, MATH 40S (pre-calculus)<\/p>\n

Note: Must see Dr. Terence McGonigle<\/a><\/td>\n

1 or 2 years (30-60)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chiropractic Studies<\/td>\nBIO 40s and CHEM 40S are strongly recommended<\/td>\n3 years (90)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dental Hygiene (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied)<\/td>\n1 year (30)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dentistry (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied), PHYS 40S<\/td>\n3 years (60)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Journalism (UofR)<\/td>\nDepends on the university courses selected<\/td>\n3 years (90)<\/td>\nBachelor of Arts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Law (UofM)<\/td>\nDepends on the university courses selected<\/td>\n2 years (60)<\/td>\nBachelor of Arts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medical Laboratory Sciences (RRC Polytech)<\/td>\nBIO 40S<\/td>\n1 year (27)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medical Radiologic Technology (RRC Polytech)<\/td>\nBIO 40S<\/td>\n1 year (27)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medicine (UofM)<\/td>\nRecommended: BIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied), PHYS 40S, ENG 40S or FREN 40S<\/td>\n3 years (90)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Midwifery (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied)<\/td>\n1 year (30)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Occupational Therapy (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied)<\/td>\n3 years (90)<\/td>\n\n

Bachelor of Science<\/p>\n

Bachelor of Physical Education<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Optometry (UWaterloo)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus), PHYS 40S,<\/td>\n3 years (90)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pharmacy (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus)<\/td>\n3 year (90)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Physical Therapy (UofM)<\/td>\n\n

BIO 40S, MATH 40S (Applied or Pre-Calculus),<\/p>\n

Strongly Recommended: CHEM 40S, PHYS 40S<\/td>\n

3 years (90)<\/td>\n\n

Bachelor of Science<\/p>\n

Bachelor of Physical Education<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Respiratory Therapy (UofM)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, MATH 40S (Applied or Pre-Calculus)<\/td>\n1 year (24)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Social Work (UofM)<\/td>\nDepends on the university courses selected<\/td>\n1 year (30)<\/td>\nBachelor of Arts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ultrasound (RRC Polytech)<\/td>\nBIO 40S<\/td>\n1 year (27)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Veterinary Medicine (UofS)<\/td>\nBIO 40S, CHEM 40S, ENG 40S, MATH 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied), PHYS 40S<\/td>\n3 years (60)<\/td>\nBachelor of Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

For more information on pre-requisites for the programs listed above, please contact us at FutureStudents@BrandonU.ca<\/a> to speak with a Student Success Officer.<\/p>\n

Be aware, most of the above programs include university-level required courses. The High School courses listed are pre-requisites for the required university-level courses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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