Administered by the Department of Chemistry and Biology
Degree: In the regular program: eight four-month academic terms of study following Grade 12 U/M graduation. In the optional co-op program: eight four-month academic terms of study and five four-month work terms following Grade 12 U/M graduation. The sequence of the academic and work terms for the co-op program is shown in the curriculum sections that follow.
Admission: O.S.S.D. with six Grade 12 U/M courses, including Grade 12 U courses in: English, Advanced Functions (MHF4U), two of Biology (SBI4U) or Chemistry (SCH4U) or Physics (SPH4U).
Notes: - ENG4U/EAE4U is the preferred English.
- The grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the 65-70 percent range) will be determined subject to competition.
- Completion of all three science courses is recommended. Biology (SBI4U) is strongly recommended.
- Subject to competition, candidates may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum.
Advanced Standing for Graduates of the Centennial College Biotechnology-Advanced Diploma Program
The Department of Chemistry and Biology will consider graduates of the three-year Biotechnology-Advanced diploma program from Centennial College, for advanced standing into the BSc (Biology) degree program. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 'B+' (3.50) is required for advanced standing admission consideration. Applicants will be evaluated on a competitive basis with all other applicants for advanced standing.
Successful candidates will be admitted to first semester/year, and will be assessed for transfer credit on an individual basis. Generally speaking, up to 12 one-semester courses, out of a total of 41 required courses, may be granted (subject to change).
A minimum of three years full-time study is required to complete this program. Potential applicants should be aware that course availability cannot be guaranteed, and longer than three years may be required. For further information, applicants can contact Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment.
