Program
“We have created a new training paradigm, which provides tangible exposure to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and related industries.”
The Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization (BDC) program is a limited enrollment offering by the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences with key contributions from the DeGroote School of Business. The training program encompasses level III and IV of undergraduate studies as well as a 12-month course-based Master’s program. The latter includes a four to eight-month internship (longer terms may be available) in the health sciences sector. This limited enrollment program will afford a unique educational experience for students seeking first-rate training in the biomedical sciences with an emphasis on drug discovery and development.
McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Study Information Request
Honours BHSc Degree
Get started on the BDC pathway with our Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization. This exciting training program will encompass levels III and IV of undergraduate studies.
Honours BHSc Degree: View Course Guidelines
Master's MBDC Degree
Continue the BDC pathway after completing the Honours BHSc degree, or begin your journey into the world of biomedical discovery and commercialization with our Master Degree, a 12-month course-based program which includes an industry internship.
Master's MBDC Degree: View Course Guidelines
Health Sciences Internship
During your 12-month course-based Master program, you will get real life experience through a four to eight-month internship (longer terms may be available) in the health sciences sector.
Health Sciences Internship: Learn MoreWhat can Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Offer You?
INDUSTRY Experience
By combining first-rate biomedical training with exposure to business curriculum in the DeGroote School of Business, we’ve created a training paradigm which provides tangible exposure to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and related industries.
DIVERSE Employment Opportunities
Graduates are well positioned to work within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors on discovery, preclinical and clinical research, business development, marketing and sales, and consulting.
VALUABLE Industry Collaboration
One of the key components to the BDC program is the tangible exposure to the community of biomedicine, pharmaceutical and biotech sectors through internships as well as lectures from key industry members.
CUTTING EDGE Training
There are very few programs in all of North America that train scientists to have an appreciation of business principles and to gain experience through internships and community interaction.
PASSIONATE Mentors
Throughout its development we’ve been witness to tremendous interest in the program not only from students but also from key players in the health science sector eager to participate and engage with our students.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY Training
Complementing our superior biomedical training, students explore the world of business as it relates to biomedical technologies with courses in marketing, accounting, and finance for entrepreneurs.
Speak to our Students
Have questions about the BDC or MBDC programs or career opportunities in the sector? Connect directly with one of our student ambassadors to hear firsthand about their experiences and why Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization is the program for you.
