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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%“70% minimum” | 65%“65%+” | 80–85%“80-85% (regular and co-op)” | 70–75%“70% minimum average; 75% for Co-op programs” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4U | ENG4UMHF4U | MCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UICS4UMCV4UMHF4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it | — | — | — | — |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | No | Available | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | — | — | Bachelor of Commerce, BComm, Bachelor of Computer Science, BCS, Bachelor of Information Technology, BIT, Bachelor of Science, BSc |
| First-year intakewhere published | 200 | — | — | — |
| What you study | Computer Science | Computer GamesComputer ScienceSoftware Engineering | Artificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesComputer GamesManagement | Artificial IntelligenceComputer Animation and Visual EffectsComputer GamesSoftware Engineering |
| What it is | Computer Science at Trent is a degree in programming, algorithms, and how computers work at a fundamental level. You learn to write code, solve computational problems, and understand the theory behind software and systems. This is a traditional academic program rather than a work-integrated or professional track, so it suits students who want a broad foundation in computing before deciding on a career direction. | You study how to design and build software and computer systems, with options to specialize in game development. The co-op requirement means you complete paid work terms at tech companies alongside your classroom learning, giving you real industry experience before graduation. This program suits students who want hands-on technical training and the chance to build a professional network early in their degree. | You study the theory and practice of building software, designing systems, and solving problems with computers. Carleton's program lets you focus on specializations like artificial intelligence, games, or software engineering, and includes a co-op stream where you alternate between classroom and paid work terms. This suits students who want hands-on industry experience alongside their degree and are interested in both the technical and applied sides of computing. | 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. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | computer science | computer science | computer science | computer science |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 7 published, 7 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | None published by average |
| Source | Trent University on OUInfo | Algoma University on OUInfo | Carleton University on OUInfo | University of Windsor on OUInfo |
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