Choosing Science, your way
In the Faculty of Science, we're all about letting your passions steer the wheel on your road to success. That's why we offer programs and majors with a variety of customizable options, and why we kick off your journey in your chosen major right from day one. This kind of thinking - a focused approach to your education - is what you can expect from Canada's most innovative university.
Science at Waterloo offers undergraduate programs in life sciences, physical sciences, as well as interdisciplinary programs.
When you apply to life or physical sciences on OUAC, you will need to select one major to apply for. This major will be the one you start taking courses for at the start of your first term!
Biochemistry
Study the chemical processes in living organisms, and utilize your foundation in chemistry to better understand biological systems.
Biomedical Sciences
Study human and other animal systems with respect to their functions related to health, disease, and the healing process.
Biology
Explore all aspects of life and living creatures — from cells and genes to species and diversity.
Psychology
Study the science of behaviour and the mind, with emphasis on the biological processes that enable cognitive function.
Biological and Medical Physics
Harness the power of physics and apply it to biological systems.
Chemistry
Study everything from organic chemistry and analytical chemistry to polymer chemistry, nanoscience, and more.
Earth Sciences
Learn about the fascinating and complex world under your feet by exploring topics such as geology, geophysics, and hydrogeology.
Materials and Nanosciences
Dive into the world of nanoparticles and learn about the properties of materials, such as superconductors, insulators, and biomaterials, and how they are designed and synthesized.
Mathematical Physics
Apply your love of mathematics to the understanding of how the natural world works.
Medicinal Chemistry
Want to create the life-saving drugs of tomorrow? Earn a chemistry degree with a difference.
Physics
Study the most fundamental aspects of nature in one of Canada’s largest and most innovative physics departments.
Physics and Astronomy
Study our vast universe, from subatomic particles to planets, stars, and galaxies, as well as the origin, evolution, and fate of the whole cosmos.
Science and Financial Management
This program was formerly known as Biotechnology/Chartered Professional Accountancy. Any current students in BiotechCPA will finish their degree with the BiotechCPA name.
Science and Business
Jumpstart your career with a one-of-a-kind degree that equips you with both scientific know-how and valuable business skills.
Environmental Sciences
Get a solid grounding in earth science and biology and still have lots of room to explore environment-related courses in ecology, aquatic ecosystems, geology, hydrology, and more.
General Science
General Science students graduate with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and can choose to focus on a specific Science field, to pursue a Science minor. Please note this is not a direct entry program.
Honours Science
With so many different sciences to love, why limit yourself? Honours Science at Waterloo lets you keep your interests broad.
Medical Sciences
Your medical career starts here! For the first time in Canada, high school students now have a direct route to medical school.
Science and Aviation
Earn a Bachelor of Science degree and your Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence through the largest aviation program in Canada.
Make your degree one-of-a-kind
Customize your degree to suit your passions with minors, options and specializations! Here in the Faculty of Science, we encourage you to create a university experience as unique as you are.
Connect with us!
Whether you're exploring your options, preparing your application, or celebrating an offer, we're here to support you every step of the way. Discover your future in science through campus tours, opportunities to shadow a science student, and one-on-one connections with our Recruitment Coordinator.