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Ontario Tech

Computer Science

OUAC DSD

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Carleton

Commerce

OUAC CC

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording73–77%Mid-70s80%80–83%Low 80s80%80% (regular and co-op)
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UICS4UMHF4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4UENG4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, SPH4U
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • Six 4U/M credits, including English (ENG4U)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • One of Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Physics (SPH4U) or Computer Science (ICS4U). We recommend you take all 3 of these courses.
  • A combined minimum 70% average in prerequisite computer science, math and science courses is required.
  • Alternative Offers
  • +1 more on the program page
  • ENG4U or FRA4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • If you have not completed MCV4U, you can take the replacement course at the University of Ottawa either the summer before or during your first term.
  • Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
  • +2 more on the program page
  • ENG4U
  • One 4U math
  • Alternative Offers
  • You will receive an offer of admission to only 1 program. Your highest listed choice is considered first when you indicate more than 1 Brock program on your application. If you are not eligible for your first choice, your subsequent choices will be considered in your indicated order of preference. In most cases: If you apply to only 1 Brock program but do not qualify, you will be considered for an alternative or related program. If you apply but are not admitted to a co-op program, you will automatically be considered for the regular, non co-op program.
  • Concentrations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management
  • English (ENG4U)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • Calculus (MCV4U) or Math for Data Management (MDM4U). Calculus (MCV4U) recommended.
  • 3 best 4U/M courses
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science and Management, BSc&MgtBachelor of Commerce, BCom, Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op), BCom (Co-op)
First-year intakewhere published14082
What you studyChemistryBusiness StudiesInformation SystemsManagementManagement StudiesAccountingArtificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesEconomicsAccountingBusiness StudiesEntrepreneurshipFinance
What it isComputer Science is the study of how to design, build, and understand software and computer systems. At Ontario Tech, you can choose between a straight science degree or combine it with management courses, which prepares you for roles where you lead tech projects or teams. The program includes a co-op component, giving you paid work terms at companies alongside your classes, which suits students who want real experience before graduating.This four-year program teaches you how to manage and implement technology systems within businesses — combining business strategy with information technology skills. Unlike a pure commerce degree, it focuses specifically on how companies use digital tools, data systems, and software to operate effectively. It suits students who want to work in roles that bridge business and IT, such as managing technology projects, analyzing business data, or overseeing digital transformation initiatives.You study the fundamentals of running a business: accounting, finance, human resources, and strategy, along with emerging areas like artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship. This co-op program alternates classroom learning with paid work terms at real companies, giving you practical experience alongside your degree. It suits people who want hands-on business skills and prefer learning by doing rather than pure theory.Commerce is a broad business degree where you study accounting, finance, marketing, management, and related topics. You choose a concentration like accounting or finance to specialize, rather than studying one narrow area. It suits people interested in business fundamentals and real-world work experience, since the program includes optional co-op placements that let you alternate between classes and paid jobs in your field.
The door tomajors you reach through itcomputer sciencesoftware engineeringApplied to directlycommerce/businessfinancemarketingcommerce/businessfinancemarketing
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average3 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 85%See them22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 1 with no applicationfrom 80%See them16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceOntario Tech University on OUInfoUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoBrock University on OUInfoCarleton University on OUInfo

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