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McMaster

Computer Science I

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Published rangetheir exact wording90%A minimum of 90% is required for consideration. Admission is by selection.Admission by selection — the real bar may sit above this65%65%+
Required coursesforced into your top 6ENG4UMCV4UENG4UMHF4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English 4U
  • Calculus & Vectors 4U
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • 1 other 4U/M math
  • 3 other 4U/M courses
  • 65% combined average in top six 4U/M courses
More than marks?supplementary applicationYes
  • OUAC application deadline: January 15, 2027
  • To be considered for this program, a mandatory
  • supplementary application
Usually closes before January 15
Marks only
Co-opAvailableAvailable
Degree
First-year intakewhere published
What you studyComputer ScienceComputer GamesComputer ScienceSoftware Engineering
What it isComputer Science I is an introductory computer science program where you learn programming, algorithms, and core computational concepts. It differs from some other programs because it includes a mandatory co-op component, giving you paid work experience in tech roles alongside your studies. This program suits students who want hands-on industry experience early and are curious about whether computer science matches their strengths before committing to upper-year specializations.You study how to design and build software and computer systems, with options to specialize in game development. The co-op requirement means you complete paid work terms at tech companies alongside your classroom learning, giving you real industry experience before graduation. This program suits students who want hands-on technical training and the chance to build a professional network early in their degree.
The door tomajors you reach through itcomputer sciencecomputer science
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them7 published, 7 with no applicationfrom 80%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoAlgoma University on OUInfo

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