3 programs, side by side
Rows marked with a dot are where these differ. Everything is each university’s own published wording; the “your average” row is yours, calculated the way each program does it.
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 70–73%“Low 70s” | 73–77%“Mid 70s” | 80–83%“Low 80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMHF4U | SCH4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | Available |
| Degree | Bachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science and Management, BSc&Mgt | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | 300 | — | 570 |
| What you study | Biological SciencesChemistry | Chemistry | Animal ScienceBiological SciencesBiologyBiotechnology |
| What it is | Chemical biology combines chemistry and biology to study how molecules work inside living things — particularly how drugs and other chemical compounds interact with cells and organisms. The BSc&Mgt option adds business and management courses alongside the science, useful if you're interested in the commercial or leadership side of biotech companies. This program suits you if you enjoy both chemistry and biology equally and want to understand life processes at the molecular level, or if you're considering roles beyond pure research. | Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes inside living cells and organisms, combining chemistry and biology to understand how life works at a molecular level. This co-op program includes work terms where you apply what you are learning in paid jobs with employers, giving you real workplace experience alongside your studies. It suits students who want a science degree with both theory and hands-on professional experience, and who are interested in how molecules, reactions, and life interconnect. | Life Sciences is a broad study of living organisms, their cells, genetics, and chemistry at the molecular level. You'll take core courses in biology, chemistry, and biochemistry, then choose a focus like microbiology, biotechnology, or human biology depending on your interests. The co-op option lets you alternate between school and paid work terms in research labs, hospitals, or biotech companies, giving you real experience alongside your degree. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | biochemistry | biochemistry | biochemistrybiologylife sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 3 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 85%See them | 4 published, 1 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them |
| Source | Ontario Tech University on OUInfo | Brock University on OUInfo | University of Waterloo on OUInfo |
Also compare with
Same subject area and a similar published range, at a campus you have not got in the table yet.
- Biology (BSc, iBSc)73–80%+
- Life Sciences - Health Sciences Stream (regular and co-op)73–80%+
- Life Sciences (regular and co-op)73–80%+
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) General80–85%+
- Biology (BA or BSc)73–77%+
- Biology (includes Environmental Science, Animal Sciences, Plant Sciences, and Biodiversity and Conservation) (Thunder Bay)70%+
Ranges are what each university publishes, not guaranteed cutoffs, and limited-enrolment programs often admit above them. Confirm anything you are about to act on with the university; each column links to its source.