4 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.
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 70–75%“70% minimum average; 75% for Co-op programs” | 65%“65%+” | 70% | 73–80%“Mid- to high 70s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UICS4UMCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UMHF4U | ENG4UMHF4U | ENG4U |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | No | Available |
| Degree | Bachelor of Commerce, BComm, Bachelor of Computer Science, BCS, Bachelor of Information Technology, BIT, Bachelor of Science, BSc | — | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | — | — | — | 35 |
| What you study | Artificial IntelligenceComputer Animation and Visual EffectsComputer GamesSoftware Engineering | Computer GamesComputer Science | Computer GamesComputer Science | Computer Animation and Visual EffectsComputer GamesDesign |
| What it is | Computer Science at Windsor covers programming, systems design, and problem-solving with technology. You can specialize in areas like artificial intelligence, game development, animation, or software engineering depending on your degree choice. The program includes optional co-op work terms, letting you gain industry experience alongside your studies — a fit if you want hands-on learning and want to test career paths before graduating. | You study how to design and build video games using programming and computer science principles. Unlike a general computer science degree, this program focuses specifically on game development, covering topics like graphics, game engines, physics, and interactive design. It suits students who want to code but are drawn to games as their field, and includes work experience terms with game studios or tech companies. | You study the computer science and programming skills needed to design and build video games, rather than just the theory of computing. The program combines coding, game engines, and design principles so you learn both the technical and creative sides of game development. It suits people who want to work in the games industry and are comfortable learning to code. | This program teaches you how to create digital content across animation, game design, and visual media. Unlike a pure computer science degree, it balances technical skills with creative and design thinking. It suits people who want to build things that people see and interact with, rather than work mainly on backend systems or theory. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | computer science | Applied to directly | Applied to directly | Applied to directly |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | None published by average | 7 published, 7 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 29 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them |
| Source | University of Windsor on OUInfo | Algoma University on OUInfo | Laurentian University on OUInfo | York University on OUInfo |
Also compare with
Same subject area and a similar published range, at a campus you have not got in the table yet.
- Computer Science (co-op available) (Thunder Bay and Barrie)70%+
- Digital Media (BA) – Lassonde School of Engineering73–80%+
- Artificial Intelligence (Computer Science)73–77%+
- Artificial Intelligence (Computer Science) (Co-op)73–77%+
- Visual & Performing Arts, Arts Management and Media73–77%+
- Bachelor of Arts70%+
Ranges are what each university publishes, not guaranteed cutoffs, and limited-enrolment programs often admit above them. Confirm anything you are about to act on with the university; each column links to its source.