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22 Best Medicine & Health Sciences Universities in British Columbia, Canada

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with tuition fees, entry requirements and how to apply.

Looking for the best Medicine & Health Sciences universities in British Columbia? We rank 22 British Columbia universities offering programs in Medicine & Health Sciences, using our transparent composite score — no paid placement. University of British Columbia, University of Victoria, British Columbia Institute of Technology lead the list below.

Compare tuition fees, entry requirements, intakes and scholarships for each university, and apply with confidence. International students can study most programs in English and apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer. British Columbia is one of Canada’s most popular study destinations — see also the Canada-wide list of best Medicine & Health Sciences universities.

22 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UB University of British Columbia logo

University of British Columbia

Vancouver, British Columbia · Public University

★ 80 QS World #38 Star rating 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 42,000 – CAD 63,000/yr
Founded
1908
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UV University of Victoria logo

University of Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia · Public University

★ 58 QS World #334 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 47,000/yr
Founded
1963
4
EC Emily Carr University of Art + Design logo

Emily Carr University of Art + Design

Vancouver, British Columbia · Public University

★ 54 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1925
5
CO College of the Rockies logo

College of the Rockies

Cranbrook, British Columbia · Polytechnic

★ 52 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 22,000/yr
Founded
1975
6
TW Trinity Western University logo

Trinity Western University

Langley, British Columbia · Private University

★ 50 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1962
7
UF University of the Fraser Valley logo

University of the Fraser Valley

Abbotsford, British Columbia · Public University

★ 50 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 18,000 – CAD 25,000/yr
Founded
1974
8
TR Thompson Rivers University logo

Thompson Rivers University

Kamloops, British Columbia · Public University

★ 49 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1970
9
VC Vancouver Community College logo

Vancouver Community College

Vancouver, British Columbia · Polytechnic

★ 47 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 22,000/yr
Founded
1965
10
UC University Canada West logo

University Canada West

Vancouver, British Columbia · Private University

★ 47 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 28,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
2004
11
RR Royal Roads University logo

Royal Roads University

Victoria, British Columbia · Public University

★ 46 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1995
12
SE Selkirk College logo

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia · Polytechnic

★ 45 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
Founded
1966

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for Medicine & Health Sciences in British Columbia?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of British Columbia, University of Victoria, British Columbia Institute of Technology. See the full ranked list above with tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does it cost to study Medicine & Health Sciences in British Columbia?

Tuition is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly, and living costs vary by city.

Can international students study Medicine & Health Sciences in British Columbia?

Yes. Most programs are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining reputation, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Choosing the right Medicine & Health Sciences program in British Columbia

The best Medicine & Health Sciences university for you depends on cost, co-op and internship options, campus location and your career goals. Use our comparison tool to line up your shortlist side by side, check each program’s entry requirements and deadlines, and look for scholarships that reduce your costs. Figures on each profile are indicative — always confirm the latest details with the university before you apply.

Ready to take the next step? Browse the ranked universities above, compare your favourites, and send an enquiry — our advisors can help you shortlist programs, prepare documents and navigate the study-permit process from first enquiry to arrival in Canada.

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