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RYERSON
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Central and South America
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Successful completion of a university preparatory (Bachillerato or equivalent) program with high academic standing or first year standing from an accredited university. Refer to the Admission Guidelines for International Students brochure for specific country requirements. |
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China, People’s Republic of (PRC)
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High School/Senior Middle School Graduation and Chinese National University Entrance Examinations or first year standing from an accredited university. (High school transcripts must show courses completed and grades achieved for all three years of study.) |
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Commonwealth Caribbean
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The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations (CAPE).The completed CAPE Diploma must include a total of at least six units with grades of I, II or III. All program specific prerequisite subjects must be included at either the CSEC or at the CAPE Level.
- Three GCSE/IGCSE/Ordinary (O) Levels may be substituted for the CSEC.
- Two GCE/Advanced (A) Levels may be substituted for the CAPE (see United Kingdom and Commonwealth for requirements).
- Ryerson will also consider a preliminary year at the University of the West Indies, Barbados Community College or equivalent in lieu of the CAPE Diploma.
- CSEC papers must be at the General Proficiency Level, if written before 1998 with grades of 1 or 2, commencing 1998 with grades of 1, 2 or 3.
- Prerequisites at the CAPE level are highly recommended.
- Preference is given to applicants applying to mathematics and science-based programs that include mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology at the CAPE level (as per applicable program prerequisite subject requirements).
- CAPE units with grades of III or better may be considered for transfer credit on an individual basis.
- See also United Kingdom and Commonwealth.
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Europe (General)
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High School Graduation Certificate (Maturity Certificate, Baccalaureate, or equivalent) with high academic standing from an academic program at an accredited school. Refer to the Admission Guidelines for International Students brochure for specific country requirements. |
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Hong Kong
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Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) plus Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) (since 1980) with passes in at least five academic subjects, two of which must be at the Advanced Level and three at the Ordinary Level or four academic papers, three of which must be at the Advanced Level and one at the Ordinary Level. See also United Kingdom and Commonwealth.
NOTE: Preference is given to applicants applying to Mathematics and science-based programs who include Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Biology at the Advanced Level (as per applicable program subject prerequisite requirements).
Hong Kong Diploma of Senior Education (HKDSE), first graduating class of 2012 - Ryerson University admission requirements currently under review.
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India
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All India Senior School Certificate Examination (awarded by CBSE) or the Indian School Certificate (awarded by CICSE). Students presenting Year 12 State Board Exams (Higher Secondary School Certificate; Intermediate Certificate) with high standing will also be considered for admission. |
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Iran
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Diplom-Metevaseth and Pre-University year (since 1997) or National High School Diploma after 12 years (before 1997) with high academic standing. Prerequisite subjects must be included in the final year of secondary school (if completed before 1997) or in the Pre-University year. |
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Japan
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Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho, (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate). |
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Middle East
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General Secondary School Certificate - e.g., Tawjihi, Tawjihiyya, Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a. ama or equivalent. Refer to the Admission Guidelines for International Students brochure for specific country requirements. |
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Malaysia
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Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM); Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary School System (MICSS) Unified Examination Certificate (UEC). See also United Kingdom and Commonwealth. |
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Pakistan
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Intermediate Certificate or Higher Secondary School Certificate with excellent results including the applicable subject prerequisites. |
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Philippines
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Second year standing from an accredited university with a minimum cumulative grade point average of ‘B’ and high standing in the appropriate program subject prerequisites. |
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Singapore
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Singapore/Cambridge GCSE/Ordinary Level and GCE/ Advanced Level Examinations. See also United Kingdom and Commonwealth. |
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Taiwan
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Senior High School Leaving Certificate (academic program). |
United Kingdom and Commonwealth
(under review)
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- The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE/IGCSE) Ordinary Level and the GCE Advanced Level Examinations (U.K. Examining boards)
- The Cambridge International Exam (CIE)/Cambridge Higher School Certificate
- Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE)
- Scottish Certificate of Higher Education
Applicants must present the following:
GCE A Level – At least two A Levels in different subject areas with predicted and final grades of ‘B’ or higher in one subject and ‘C’ or higher in another subject. (These requirements are under review.)
GCE
AS
Level – Two AS Levels are acceptable in place of an A Level.
GCSE O Level – At least three different subject areas at the GCSE O Level with final grades of at least ‘B’ or higher in one subject and 'C' or higher in two other subjects.
Notes:
Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Higher results may be required for some programs due to competition. Candidates who do not meet the above requirements may also be considered on an individual basis subject to space and competition.
Prerequisite subjects should be presented at the GCE A Level however excellent AS Level and GCSE O Levels will be considered for some programs.
English at the GCE A Level is required for programs in the Faculty of Arts (excluding Geography and International Economics and Finance), as well as Journalism, Radio and Television and Business Management. English at the GCE A Level is recommended for all other programs.
Completion of the GCSE O Level in English as a Second Language with a grade between ‘A’-’C’ will be considered in order to meet the English prerequisite subject requirement (except where noted otherwise above).
Applicants to programs in the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science must include mathematics and either physics or chemistry at the GCE A Level. Preference will be given to applicants who include all applicable program subject prerequisite requirements at the GCE A Level. Please consult the subject prerequisites of the chosen program, as listed in this Calendar.
GCE A Levels with grades of ‘C’ or better may be considered for transfer credit on an individual basis. No transfer credit is given for AS Levels. No transfer credit is given for courses taught by the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science.
Ryerson
University
will accept the Cambridge Pre-University Certificates (Principal Subjects) in lieu of A Levels and welcomes the Pre-U Diploma. Ryerson is currently reviewing minimum grade requirements for admission consideration and transfer credit eligibility.
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United States
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Graduation from Grade 12 of an accredited academic school with high academic standing including minimum ‘B’ grades in the program-specific subject prerequisites and a minimum ‘B’ overall average. Subject to competition, applicants may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum. The high school profile (including accreditation, grading scheme, etc.) must accompany the academic record. SAT Reasoning with a minimum score of 550 in each SAT component is recommended. New SAT standards currently under review. ACT scores (24 minimum) and Advanced Placement (AP) examination results will also be considered. Applicants who do not present the above criteria will be considered on an individual basis, taking into consideration their high school performance, SAT/ACT/AP scores and first year standing from an accredited university or college, where applicable. AP examination scores of 4 or higher will be considered for transfer credits on an individual basis. |
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International Baccalaureate (under review)
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Completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma with passes in at least six subjects: three Higher level and three Standard level with a grade total of at least 26 and with no mark less than 4. Subject to competition, applicants may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum. IB Higher Levels with grades of 5 or higher may be considered for transfer credit on an individual basis, with completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma. |
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Other Countries
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Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis. Generally, applicants with high academic standing from an academic program at an accredited school, who are eligible for admission to first year university studies in their home country, will be considered. Applicants from some countries will require first year standing from an accredited university in addition to the high school graduation certificate. For specific country requirements refer to the Admission Guidelines for International Students available at: www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/international/ |
