$25,371 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Health Science [B.H.S] Midwifery
- McMaster University offers a Bachelor of Health Science in Midwifery for a duration of 4 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The Midwifery Education Program at McMaster University is a collaborative venture shared by McMaster, Ryerson, and Laurentian Universities, and leads to a Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) in Midwifery.
- Students have to successfully complete the 135 units total (Levels I to IV).
- The program spans 9 terms, includes courses from basic sciences, social sciences, health sciences, women’s studies, and electives, in addition to clinical courses.
- The courses that students study in the 1st year are:
- Anatomy and Physiology (HTHSCI 1DO6 A/B)
- Working Across Differences in Midwifery (HTHSCI 1C06 A/B)
- Introduction to Research Methods and Critical Appraisal (MIDWIF 1F03)
- Midwifery the Profession I (MIDWIF 1D03)
- Midwifery Profession II (MIDWIF 1G03)
- Life Sciences for Clinical Practice (HTHSCI 1J03)
- One of
- Indigenous Medicine I – Philosophy
- Indigenous Medicine II – Practical
- One elective from the Faculties of Health Sciences, Humanities, or Social Sciences
- A variety of course formats include classroom, distance learning through web conferencing, and print-based self-study courses.
- Teaching methods include lecture format, small group tutorials, self-directed activities, and practical learning experiences in both laboratory and clinical practice settings.
- Students also have to study ann Intensives course which is 5-7 days in duration and consists of workshop-style presentations focussing on clinical skills.
- Students have to keep attendance (100%) which is mandatory for them.
- Graduates from the BHSc (Midwifery) program are eligible for registration in Ontario and meet internationally accepted standards. Career prospects are excellent.
- McMaster midwifery graduates have worked in midwifery practices across Ontario, in other parts of Canada and the world.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 55,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $25371 | $25371 | $25371 | $25371 |
| Total Fees | $25371 | $25371 | $25371 | $25371 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 86 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete the High School Diploma plus six Grade 12 U/M level courses including:
- English (ENG4U)
- Biology (SBI4U)
- Chemistry (SCH4U)
- Students must be Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status before applying to the Midwifery program.
- Students must obtain a minimum grade of 75% in each of the required courses.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must have 5 subjects of Class XII including all mandatory prerequisites for the selected program.
- The student's average is calculated on Grade XII Predicted grades.
- Students are eligible to apply if they have the following documents: Class X board results, Class XI transcript, and Class XII predicted grades.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.