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	McMaster Computer Science I OUAC MC Remove	U of T (Mississauga) Computer Science OUAC TMX Remove
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	87–90%“High 80s”
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below	ENG4U MCV4U	ENG4U MCV4U MHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it	—	—
Prerequisitesas published	English 4U Calculus & Vectors 4U	ENG4U MHF4U MCV4U Most programs recommend MDM4U
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	Yes A supplementary application is required. Entry to the Computer Science admission category is gained directly from high school. Transfer students who have completed any post-secondary studies (including studies at other divisions at the University of Toronto) are not eligible for admission to the Computer Science admission category at the University of Toronto Mississauga. Usually closes before January 15
Co-op	Available	Available
Degree	—	Bachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Computer Science, BCS
First-year intakewhere published	—	500
What you study	Computer Science	Information Systems Software Engineering
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.	A program in which you study how to design, build, and maintain software and computer systems. The BCS degree focuses more on the theory and mathematics behind computing, while the BA allows you to combine computer science with other subjects. Both paths prepare you for software development, systems design, or related technical roles, and include paid work terms through co-op so you gain real experience while studying.
The door tomajors you reach through it	computer science	computer science
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average	5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them	4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 90%See them
Source	McMaster University on OUInfo	University of Toronto — Mississauga on OUInfo

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