If you wish to study abroad (MacAbroad), please refer to the International Student Services website and contact their office for any questions. 

MacAbroad is typically available to students entering Level III with the application made in Level II.

In the competitive world of professional and graduate school admissions, students are often worried that having a withdrawn notation on their transcript will be harmful to their application and ask us if they can be removed. However, we want to reassure you that one or two Ws on your transcript will not be harmful to your postgraduate applications.

It is widely recognized that there are many reasons that a student might have a W on their transcript and if there are no other indicators of concern it is very unlikely that a W by itself would be a disadvantage.

We do not remove a W from a transcript except in extenuating circumstances (e.g.,, compelling medical or personal circumstances). To be considered, you must submit a Petition for Special Consideration (PDF) and appropriate supporting documentation.

A request to take a year off during your undergraduate studies will be assessed on an individual basis. Please contact the BHSc Academic Program Advisors to discuss.

You will be promoted to apply for graduation in the fall for spring graduates. You can apply via Mosaic > Graduation Tile. More information can be found on the Office of Registrar website.

Specific questions about graduation can be directed to the BHSc (Hons) Program Manager, Jennifer Hamilton.

A minor is an option available to students enrolled in an honours program and is a focused area of interest using your elective courses. Details for minors can be found in the Undergraduate Calendar. 

If interested in a minor, it is recommended you also review concurrent certificate options. Minors can still be completed if started in Level II. 

Most minors consist of 24 units to be completed during your undergraduate degree. Refer to the Undergraduate Calendar for minor requirements or concurrent certificate options.

If you are interested in applying to the Child Health Specialization, you must complete the Level II program application in Mosaic. You must also complete a Child Health Specialization Supplementary Application and submit it to the BHSc (Hons) Program Office by the deadline. Details will be posted on the Microsoft Teams > BHSc Community. BHSc Child Health Specialization is not open to Level II transfer students.

Please refer to the three step process for course enrolment.

Whenever you are unsure where/how to seek help, please visit the BHSc (Hons) Program Office.

• The Student Wellness Centre (PGCL 210//201): Appointments can be booked via telephone. Call 905-525-9140 ext. 27700 between 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday, or 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday to connect with reception and book your appointment.
• The Peer Support Line is a confidential phone line that McMaster students may use. Call 905-525-9140 ext. 28888. The line operates 7 days a week, from 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. The phone line is a great option for students seeking after-hours help or phone-based support.
• For emergencies, contact the McMaster Students Union Emergency First Response Team (EFRT) directly at 905-522-4135, 905-525-9140 ext. 24281 or go to the nearest hospital emergency. 
• In case of crisis, contact St Joseph’s Hospital Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST) at 905-972-8338, which is a 24/7 service.

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