3 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.
| Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in | |||
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 90–93%“Low-90s” | 80–87%“Low-to mid-80s” | 83–90%“Mid-80s regular, High 80s co-op” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMCV4USBI4U | ENG4U | ENG4USBI4USCH4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it | — | — | — |
| Prerequisitesas published |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | Bachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Social Work, BSW | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | 250 | 950 | 233 |
| What you study | Human BiologySport & Exercise Science | AnthropologyEconomicsHealth InformaticsHuman Geography | Biological SciencesHealth InformaticsOthers in Subjects Related to MedicineSocial Policy |
| What it is | You study how the human body moves and functions during physical activity and exercise. This combines biology, anatomy, and sports science to understand muscles, joints, and fitness rather than just coaching or athletic training. The program includes a co-op work term, giving you practical experience in settings like rehabilitation clinics, fitness facilities, or sports medicine. This suits people interested in exercise science, health, or athletic performance who want both classroom learning and hands-on experience. | Social Sciences I is a first-year entry point where you explore human behaviour, society, and social systems through subjects like economics, sociology, anthropology, politics, and social work. Unlike a specialized program, you sample multiple disciplines before declaring a focus, letting you discover which area — from international development to health policy — matches your interests. It suits students curious about how societies work and drawn to understanding people and social issues from different angles. | This program teaches the science behind human health, public health systems, and how technology supports medical care. You'll study biology, chemistry, and data systems alongside social and policy issues in healthcare. The co-op option lets you work in hospitals, research labs, or health organizations while you study, which suits students who want real workplace experience before deciding on a health career path. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | kinesiology | criminologygeographypolitical sciencepsychologysociology | health sciences |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them |
| Source | McMaster University on OUInfo | McMaster University on OUInfo | University of Waterloo on OUInfo |
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