4 programs, side by side

Full	TMU Professional Communication (Co-op Available) OUAC SMM ☆ Add to planRemove	Lakehead Environmental Sustainability (co-op available) (Orillia) OUAC AP ☆ Add to planRemove	Lakehead Forestry (co-op available) (Thunder Bay) OUAC AQ ☆ Add to planRemove	U of T (Scarborough) Physical & Environmental Sciences - Health Sciences Stream (regular and co-op) OUAC TXH ☆ Add to planRemove
Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording	70–75%“70-75%”	70%	70%	73–80%“Mid-70s (regular), high 70s (co-op)”
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below	ENG4U	ENG4U	ENG4U	ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it	—	—	3 of CGO4M, CGR4M, CGU4M, CGW4U, ICS4U, MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U	—
Prerequisitesas published	English/Anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)	ENG4U Alternative Offers If you do not meet the admission requirements for your program of choice but do meet Lakehead University's general admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for an alternate program.	ENG4U 3 from CGO4M*, CGR4M*, CGU4M*, CGW4U*, ICS4U, MCV4U, MDM4U, MHF4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U *Only 1 Geography course can be used. Alternative Offers If you do not meet the admission requirements for your program of choice but do meet Lakehead University's general admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for an alternate program.	ENG4U MCV4U MHF4 Science prerequisites (SPH4U or SBI4U) for specific disciplines are also required. SCH4U is recommended for specific disciplines. See U of T Scarborough's viewbook +1 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary application	Marks only	Marks only	Marks only	Marks only
Co-op	Available	Available	Available	Available
Degree	—	—	—	—
First-year intakewhere published	125	—	—	340
What you study	Media and Communication Studies	Environmental StudiesOthers in Physical SciencesOthers in Veterinary Sciences, Agriculture & Related Subjects	Environmental StudiesForestry & ArboricultureGeologyOthers in Physical Sciences	AstronomyChemistryEnvironmental StudiesGeology
What it is	Professional Communication teaches you how to write, speak, and present effectively for real workplaces — covering writing for media, digital platforms, business, and public relations. Unlike a general media studies program, this one focuses on practical skills employers want: clear messaging, audience analysis, and professional communication strategy. It suits people who are strong writers, comfortable speaking in front of others, and interested in working for organizations, companies, or media outlets where clear communication matters.	You study environmental science and sustainability, examining how ecosystems work and how human activities affect the natural world. The co-op option lets you apply classroom learning through paid work terms at environmental organizations, government agencies, or conservation projects. This program suits students who want hands-on experience in environmental fields before deciding on a specific career direction.	You study the science and management of forests, learning about tree biology, ecosystem health, soil, and sustainable harvesting practices. The co-op option lets you work for forestry companies or government agencies during your degree, giving you real workplace experience alongside your coursework. This program suits students who want hands-on work with forests and ecosystems rather than purely classroom-based environmental study.	You study physical sciences — chemistry, physics, geology, and environmental topics — with a focus on how they connect to human health and the living world. This stream emphasizes the intersection between earth and life sciences rather than pure physics or chemistry alone. The co-op option lets you do paid work terms at relevant employers alongside your degree. It suits students interested in environmental health, toxicology, or science careers that bridge the natural world and wellness.
The door tomajors you reach through it	communications	Applied to directly	Applied to directly	health sciences
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average	2 published, 0 with no applicationfrom 85%See them	6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them	6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them	4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
Source	Toronto Metropolitan University on OUInfo	Lakehead University on OUInfo	Lakehead University on OUInfo	University of Toronto — Scarborough on OUInfo

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