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 | 65%“65%+” | 75% | 70–73%“Low 70s” | 70%“Min. 70%” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMHF4U | ENG4U | ENG4U | ICS4U |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | Available | No |
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| First-year intakewhere published | — | — | — | — |
| What you study | Computer GamesComputer Science | African StudiesAnthropologyComparative Literary StudiesEconomics | Business StudiesCinematics & PhotographyComparative Literary StudiesCreative Writing | Aboriginal StudiesAnthropologyBusiness StudiesComputer Science |
| What it is | You study how to design and build video games using programming and computer science principles. Unlike a general computer science degree, this program focuses specifically on game development, covering topics like graphics, game engines, physics, and interactive design. It suits students who want to code but are drawn to games as their field, and includes work experience terms with game studios or tech companies. | This program lets you study how societies, economies, and cultures interact across borders, drawing from fields like history, anthropology, economics, and international development. You'll examine global issues through multiple lenses rather than specializing in one discipline. It suits students curious about world affairs and international problems who want flexibility to explore different approaches before deciding on a deeper focus. | You study how organizations and individuals use digital platforms and media to communicate with audiences, drawing from business strategy, creative writing, design, law, and sociology. Unlike a straight marketing or media studies program, this one explicitly connects social media tactics to broader social impact and strategic business goals. It suits people who want to understand both the creative and analytical sides of digital communication, and who benefit from hands-on co-op work experience. | A combined degree that lets you study both arts and commerce side by side, rather than picking one. You take courses in subjects like history, English, or environmental studies alongside business, accounting, and management courses. This dual approach suits students who want business skills and professional preparation but also value deeper knowledge in humanities or social sciences. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | Applied to directly | Applied to directly | Applied to directly | Applied to directly |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 7 published, 7 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 3 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 85%See them | 9 published, 2 with no applicationfrom 75%See them |
| Source | Algoma University on OUInfo | Carleton University on OUInfo | Ontario Tech University on OUInfo | Nipissing University on OUInfo |
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