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Computer Science

OUAC ECS

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording80–87%Low to mid 80s73–80%73%; co-op 80%75–80%75%; co-op 80%75–80%75%; co-op 80%
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMCV4UMHF4UNo course codes parsed — see prerequisitesMCV4UMHF4USBI4UMCV4UMHF4USBI4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of ICS4U, MDM4U, SBI4U, SES4U, SPH4U
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • two of PSK4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • one of SCH4U, SPH4U
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • one of SCH4U, SPH4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English, ENG4U
  • Calculus and Vectors MCV4U
  • Advanced Functions, MHF4U
  • One of:
  • Biology, SBI4U
  • +5 more on the program page
  • ENG4U or FRA4U
  • One 4U Math
  • 2 of SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U, SPH3U, PSK4U
  • If you do not have the mathematics prerequisite, you may take the replacement course at the University of Ottawa either the summer before or during your first year.
  • ENG4U or FRA4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • SBI4U
  • One of SCH4U, SPH4U, SPH3U
  • +1 more on the program page
  • ENG4U or FRA4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • SBI4U
  • One of SCH4U, SPH4U, SPH3U
  • +1 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Arts (Co-op), BA (Co-op), Bachelor of Human Kinetics, BHKBachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science (Co-op), BSc (Co-op)Bachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science (Co-op), BSc (Co-op)
First-year intakewhere published5004030
What you studyComputer GamesInformation ServicesSoftware EngineeringEducation StudiesHospitality, Recreation and LeisureHuman BiologySport & Exercise ScienceBiological SciencesHospitality, Recreation and LeisureHuman BiologySport & Exercise ScienceBiological SciencesHospitality, Recreation and LeisureHuman BiologySport & Exercise Science
What it isComputer Science at Western teaches you how to write programs, build software systems, and solve problems using computers and code. You choose a focus — such as game development, managing information systems, or engineering robust software — based on your interests. The program includes paid work terms alongside your studies, letting you apply classroom learning in real jobs and build professional experience before you graduate.You study the science of human movement and fitness combined with teaching and coaching methods. This program integrates exercise physiology, biomechanics, and sport psychology with practical skills in coaching athletes and leading fitness programs. Unlike a pure kinesiology degree, this one prepares you directly for careers coaching teams or instructing fitness classes. It suits people who want to work in sports, recreation, or wellness settings and learn both the scientific reasoning and hands-on teaching side.You study how the human body moves and functions during physical activity, combining anatomy, physiology, and exercise science. Unlike a general kinesiology program, this applied stream emphasizes practical skills you can use directly in fitness, rehabilitation, or sports settings. It suits students who want a science degree but prefer hands-on learning over pure theory, especially if you want work experience built into your studies through the co-op option.This program teaches you the science of human movement and physical activity – how bodies work during exercise, sport, and recreation. You study physiology, biomechanics, and exercise science rather than coaching or fitness training alone. The co-op option lets you combine classroom learning with paid work terms at sports organizations, hospitals, or fitness centres, giving you real experience alongside your degree.
The door tomajors you reach through itcomputer scienceApplied to directlyApplied to directlyApplied to directly
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceWestern University on OUInfoUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfo

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