4 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 | Not published“N/A” | 78–80%“78%; co-op 80%” | 78%“78% (regular and co-op)” | 83–90%“Mid- to High 80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4U | MCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U | ENG4UMHF4USPH4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Yes
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| Co-op | No | Available | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | Bachelor of Applied Science, BASc, Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, BASc, Bachelor of Engineering (Co-op), BEng (Co-op) | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | — | 86 | — | 75 |
| What you study | ArchitectureFacilities ManagementLandscape & Garden Design | Civil EngineeringGeneral or Integrated Engineering | ArchitectureDesignEnvironmental StudiesHistory | Biological SciencesChemical EngineeringCivil EngineeringEnvironmental Studies |
| What it is | You study how to design outdoor spaces — parks, gardens, campuses, streetscapes — combining art, ecology, and practical building knowledge. Unlike general design programs, landscape architecture focuses specifically on outdoor environments and includes technical skills in grading, drainage, and site planning. It suits people who want to solve real problems through design and enjoy working both creatively and analytically with land and plants. | You study how to design, build, and maintain infrastructure like roads, bridges, buildings, and water systems. This program includes a mandatory co-op work term, so you alternate between classroom learning and paid work at engineering firms, giving you real project experience alongside your degree. It suits people who want hands-on problem-solving in construction and infrastructure and are ready to balance coursework with workplace learning. | You study how to design and restore buildings while minimizing environmental impact, combining architecture, history, and ecological design. This program emphasizes conservation of existing structures and sustainable materials and methods, setting it apart from general architecture programs that focus mainly on new construction. It suits students interested in heritage preservation and green building who want hands-on experience through co-op placements. | You study how to design systems and structures that protect the environment and manage natural resources — combining biology, chemistry, civil engineering, and earth science. Unlike a general engineering program, this one focuses specifically on water treatment, waste management, air quality, and land remediation. It suits students who want to solve real environmental problems with engineering tools and are willing to do mandatory work terms alongside their studies. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | architecture | Applied to directly | Applied to directly | Applied to directly |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 12 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them |
| Source | University of Guelph on OUInfo | University of Ottawa on OUInfo | Carleton University on OUInfo | University of Waterloo on OUInfo |
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