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Computing

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording78–80%78%; co-op 80%83–87%Mid 80s83–90%Mid- to high-80s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowMCV4UMHF4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • FRA4U or ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • A combined minimum average of 70% is required for all prerequisites in mathematics.
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • 3 additional 4U/M courses
  • English (ENG4U – min. 70%)
  • Advanced Functions (min. 70%)
  • Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%)
  • Chemistry (min. 70%)
  • Physics (min. 70%)
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyYes
  • 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-opAvailableAvailableAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science (Co-op), BSc (Co-op)
First-year intakewhere published1540090
What you studyComputer ScienceGeneral or Integrated EngineeringMathematicsStatisticsArtificial IntelligenceComputer ScienceInformation SystemsInformation TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesEconomicsGeneral or Integrated Engineering
What it isYou study how to extract useful patterns and insights from large datasets by combining computer science and mathematics. Unlike a standalone computer science or math degree, you learn to write code, build algorithms, and apply statistical and mathematical theory specifically to solve data problems. This program suits you if you want technical depth in multiple areas and are willing to do paid work terms alongside your classes over five years.Computing at Queen's covers the theory and practice of building software, managing information systems, and developing artificial intelligence. You'll study programming, algorithms, data structures, and mathematics that underpin these fields. The program includes a co-op option, letting you alternate between classroom and paid work terms at tech companies, which sets it apart from a standard degree and gives you real industry experience alongside your studies. It suits people who like solving problems with code and want hands-on exposure to how software gets built in actual workplaces.This program teaches you how to manage engineering projects and operations by combining business decision-making with technical knowledge of systems, data analysis, and software. Unlike a straight engineering degree, it focuses equally on the management and optimization side of engineering work, drawing from fields like operations research and artificial intelligence. It suits students who are strong in math and science but interested in leadership roles, problem-solving with data, and working on real problems through mandatory paid work terms.
The door tomajors you reach through itApplied to directlycomputer sciencesoftware engineeringApplied to directly
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See themNone published by average4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them
SourceUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoQueen's University on OUInfoUniversity of Waterloo on OUInfo

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