Health, Life Science & Medicine

This innovative seven-year pathway combines the best of two worlds: Trent’s interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts and Science (General) and CCNM’s rigorous Doctor of Naturopathy program. Students begin their studies at Trent, where they explore the intersections of science, humanities, and health through a curriculum designed to meet CCNM’s professional prerequisites. After three years, eligible students transition to CCNM’s Toronto campus for four years of clinical and classroom training in naturopathic medicine. 

Develop the skills and knowledge to address critical health challenges and improve well-being. This program offers a blend of health promotion strategies, data-driven insights, and practical skills to prepare you for leadership roles in health and wellness. 

Trent's Psychology Ph.D. program prepares students with the core knowledge, skills, and methodological expertise to conduct advanced research in psychology and become producers of original scholarly research. Candidates engage in research directed towards understanding how cognitive, neurobiological, developmental and social processes drive and shape human behaviour, personality, health, and well-being. 

The Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc.N.) in Professional Practice Leadership is leading the way for the next generation of nursing leaders to drive, influence and navigate the demands of Canada’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape. The M.Sc.N. program is aimed at registered nurses seeking to develop their leadership skills, and is delivered online, providing flexibility for active professionals with high work demands.

Trent’s interactive and inclusive Bachelor of Science in Nursing teaches students to become confident and compassionate healthcare professionals.

Beginning in your first year, you’ll take part in an immersive hands-on learning experience through lectures, seminars, simulation labs, and clinical practice. Benefit from the unique ability to study in Trent’s state-of-the-art life and health sciences facilities, expanding your knowledge to deliver care to individuals as well as communities, and across all demographics and cultures.

In Psychology at Trent you will gain a better understanding of yourself and others, diving into a scientific discipline with a multitude of practical applications.

Psychology majors examine a broad range of topics, with the opportunity to design your degree to focus on more specialized areas of study including neuroscience, language and cognition, emotional intelligence, sexuality, aging and cognition, memory, and childhood development, just to name a few.

Combine your passion for biology and health in the pursuit of a career in medicine and related fields.

In this first-of-its-kind degree program in Ontario, you will explore a range of topics in the classroom and lab, including cell biology, anatomy, biochemistry, and biomedical ethics, and put your course learning into practice with an emphasis on experiential learning in professional health environments. 

Your career in medicine starts at Trent in our unique Medical Professional Stream (MPS). Trent’s MPS gives you direction and support throughout your undergraduate degree to prepare you for professional programs, such as medical, dentistry, veterinary, optometry, and pharmacy schools.

Graduate with a unique set of expertise through Trent’s joint major degree pathway.

Joint major students at Trent describe the experience as the best of both worlds as you are able to take courses across the arts, sciences, and our professional programs. 

Want to see more representation in our governments? Pair a Political Studies degree with Gender & Social Justice. 

Want to immerse yourself in today’s technology? Couple Media Studies with Computer Systems.

Globalize your degree and earn both a Bachelor of Arts & Science (B.A.S.) and an Honours Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in just four years.

This integrated dual degree program will broaden your areas of expertise as you spend your first two years exploring a range of scientific, social, and humanist theories and issues at Trent. 

From there, you will head to the UK to complete a B.Sc. Honours degree at Swansea University in one of their dedicated medical pathway programs.