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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 this90–97%Low to Mid-90s83–90%Mid- to high 80s83–93%Mid-80s to low-90s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMCV4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • two of MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • English 4U
  • Calculus & Vectors 4U
  • Any Grade 12 U English
  • Advanced Functions
  • Calculus and Vectors
  • One other Grade 12 U course
  • ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • MHF4U
  • ENG4U
  • 2 of the following: MDM4U, MHF4U or MCV4U
  • MCV4U is highly recommended
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
Yes
  • An Admission Information Form (AIF) is required. We will send you instructions when we acknowledge your application.
Usually closes before January 15
Yes
  • A
  • Supplementary Application Form (SAF)
  • is required. Candidates with a successful SAF will also complete an admission interview.
Usually closes before January 15
Marks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableAvailableNo
Degree
First-year intakewhere published4260
What you studyComputer ScienceArtificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesComputer ScienceFinanceBusiness StudiesEconomicsFinanceHuman Resource ManagementAccountingArtificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesFinance
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 computer science and finance together, learning to build software systems and understand money management, accounting, and business strategy. This is different from studying either field alone because you learn how technology and financial systems interact. The co-op requirement means you alternate between school and paid work terms, giving you real-world experience in tech or finance companies. This suits people who want both technical skills and business knowledge, and who are ready to commit to the co-op schedule.You study business fundamentals — how organizations work, manage money, make decisions — with a focus on global markets and cross-border trade. The co-op requirement means you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at real companies, giving you practical experience alongside theory. This suits people who want hands-on learning and international exposure while building a professional network before graduation.Management and Organizational Studies teaches you the fundamentals of how to run businesses and lead teams. You'll study accounting, finance, marketing, and how organizations use technology to operate effectively. This is a broad business program rather than a specialized professional accounting or finance degree, and it suits people who want flexible career options across multiple business functions rather than committing early to a single specialization.
The door tomajors you reach through itcomputer sciencefinanceApplied to directlyApplied to directly
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 85%See them4 published, 0 with no applicationfrom 80%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoUniversity of Waterloo on OUInfoUniversity of Toronto — Scarborough on OUInfoHuron University College on OUInfo

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