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Health Sciences (Respiratory Therapy)

Dalhousie University
Information last verified July 2026
Degree Bachelor
Duration 4 years
Delivery On-campus
Location Nova Scotia, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

Respiratory Therapists work one-on-one with patients of all ages in a variety of settings. A crucial part of the health care team, respiratory therapists improve quality of life by evaluating, treating, and maintaining heart and lung function. Our program is fully accredited , and graduates are eligible for membership in the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists . We also offer a 2-year post-diploma option designed to meet the needs of practicing Respiratory Therapists who want to enhance their knowledge and expand career opportunities. Discover what your career could look like with this undergraduate degree

Key Program Features

  • Health

Career Opportunities

Respiratory therapists work in a variety of hospital and community settings including emergency departments, outpatient clinics and sleep labs. They may also treat patients in their homes. Respiratory therapy is an evolving profession with excellent employment opportunities across Canada. respiratory therapist medical equipment sales smoking cessation counsellor educator Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in science or health, or study in a related field, such as nursing, medicine, or pharmacy.

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria: Completion of secondary school (Grade 12) Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course). Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. View specific courses that fulfill admissions requirements Minimum overall average: 75% Academic English 12: Minimum 70% Academic Math 12: Minimum 70% Academic Chemistry 12: Minimum 70% One of: Academic Biology 12 or Academic Physics 12: Minimum 70% One additional academic subject This program may employ a competitive average for admission purposes; meeting minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission. One seat in the Respiratory Therapy program is reserved for residents from PEI. Priority for all other seats will be given to qualified Nova Scotia residents. If seats remain, residents of other maritime provinces followed by residents across Canada will be considered. Due to residency restrictions and limited capacity, international students are not eligible for admission to this program. Supplemental information In addition to completing the Dalhousie application process, you will need to submit the following supplementary documents to be considered for admission to this program. Assessment of your non-academic performance will account for 20% of your overall total application score. All supplementary information should be attached to the Application Portal . Letter of Intent

Tuition & Financial Information

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About Dalhousie University

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Dalhousie University

Nova Scotia, Canada

Dalhousie University is a large public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada, with three campuses in Halifax, a fourth in Bible Hill, and two satellite medical school campuses, in Saint John,...

University Profile
  • Start Date September
  • Language English
  • Duration 4 years