Program updates
Faculty of Arts
- A new double degree, Social Development Studies and Bachelor of Social Work Double Degree, is being offered by Renison University College.
Faculty of Mathematics
- Students will be able to apply directly to Data Science as of September 2026.
Faculty of Science
- Students can apply directly to Biomedical Sciences instead of applying to Life Sciences and choosing Biomedical Sciences as a major within that entry point.
Architecture program
- A minimum of 78% is now required for the Grade 12 English course.
- The English précis exercise will no longer be used as part of the application process.
- Students need only one Grade 12 math course now, e.g., Advanced Functions OR Calculus and Vectors for Ontario students.
Admissions changes
- Geography and Aviation and Science and Aviation will not use the Admission Information Form as part of the application process for 2027.
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