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+ Add a program	McMaster Computer Science I OUAC MC ☆ Add to planRemove	TMU Mechatronics Engineering (Co-op Available) OUAC STR ☆ Add to planRemove	Waterloo Electrical Engineering (Co-op Only) OUAC WWF ☆ Add to planRemove
Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording	90%“A minimum of 90% is required for consideration. Admission is by selection.”Admission by selection — the real bar may sit above this	85–90%“85-90%”	87–93%“High 80s to low 90s”
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below	ENG4UMCV4U	ENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U	ENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it	—	—	—
Prerequisitesas published	English 4U Calculus & Vectors 4U	English/Anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred) Advanced Functions (MHF4U) Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) Physics (SPH4U) Chemistry (SCH4U)	English (ENG4U – min. 70%) Advanced Functions (min. 70%) Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%) Chemistry (min. 70%) Physics (min. 70%)
More than marks?supplementary application	Yes OUAC application deadline: January 15, 2027 To be considered for this program, a mandatory supplementary application Usually closes before January 15	Marks only	Yes NEW: All Engineering program applications require an online video interview. You will receive more information after you apply. An Admission Information Form is also required. We will send you instructions when we acknowledge your application. Also considered: Involvement in extracurricular activities in school or community, evidence of interest in engineering and strong performance in mathematics, science or engineering-related competitions. Usually closes before January 15
Co-op	Available	Available	Available
Degree	—	—	—
First-year intakewhere published	—	125	145
What you study	Computer Science	Computer EngineeringElectronic & Electrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering	Computer EngineeringElectronic & Electrical EngineeringPhysics
What it is	Computer 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.	Mechatronics Engineering combines mechanical systems, electrical circuits, and computer control into one program. You learn to design and build machines that think and respond — robots, automated factories, smart devices — by integrating mechanics, electronics, and software. The co-op option lets you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at companies using these skills, so you graduate with real industry experience.	You study the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment, from power generation to circuits and control systems. This program requires you to complete paid work terms alongside your studies, alternating between school and industry jobs so you graduate with substantial hands-on experience. It suits students who are strong in math and physics, want to learn by doing, and prefer to earn money while building their professional network.
The door tomajors you reach through it	computer science	Applied to directly	Applied to directly
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average	5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them	2 published, 0 with no applicationfrom 85%See them	4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them
Source	McMaster University on OUInfo	Toronto Metropolitan University on OUInfo	University of Waterloo on OUInfo

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