Memorial University of Newfoundland
Technology (health sciences technology)
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Campus
St. John's
Intl. Tuition
CA$22,500 (2026-27)
Home Tuition
CA$6,750 (2026-27)
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Technology (health sciences technology) at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Student life (indicative)
St. John's offers an affordable and welcoming Canadian student lifestyle with good outdoor access and a friendly community.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Technology (health sciences technology)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Technology (health sciences technology) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Technology (health sciences technology)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool maritime
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
St. John's offers an affordable and welcoming Canadian student lifestyle with good outdoor access and a friendly community.
- St.
- John's offers an affordable and welcoming Canadian student lifestyle with good outdoor access and a friendly community.
What Students Love
- Active pub & club scene
- Historic city & heritage
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
- Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Marine Science
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
CA$90,000
For the full programme
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,624/month budget (housing $949, food $365, transport $90) covers everything comfortably. St. John's is one of Canada's most affordable university cities with a legendary community atmosphere.
- One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,624/month budget (housing $949, food $365, transport $90) covers everything comfortably.
- St.
- John's is one of Canada's most affordable university cities with a legendary community atmosphere.