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York

Design (BDes)

OUAC YD

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U of T (St. George)

Life Sciences (including Psychology)

OUAC TLG

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording83–87%Mid-80s83–90%Mid- to High 80s83–90%Mid- to high 80s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4UENG4UMCV4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
Prerequisitesas published
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • ENG4U
  • 5 additional 4U/M courses
  • English (ENG4U – min. 70%)
  • Advanced Functions (min. 70%)
  • Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%)
  • Chemistry (min. 70%)
  • Physics (min. 70%)
  • ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • Many programs also require or recommend 1 or more of SBI4U, SCH4U or SPH4U
More than marks?supplementary applicationYes
  • Submit your application for admission to the OUAC by January 15, 2026, for guaranteed consideration to this program.Applications received after this date will be reviewed if space is available.
  • In addition to applying for admission to York via the OUAC, applicants must complete an audition, interview and/or portfolio review. Find out more at
  • ampd.yorku.ca/apply.
Usually closes before January 15
Yes
  • 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
Marks only
Co-opNoAvailableAvailable
Degree
First-year intakewhere published5075
What you studyDesignBiological SciencesChemical EngineeringCivil EngineeringEnvironmental StudiesAnimal ScienceAnthropologyBiological SciencesEnvironmental Studies
What it isA Bachelor of Design teaches you to create visual and physical solutions to real problems, combining art, technology, and user needs. You'll learn design thinking, digital tools, and how to present ideas clearly rather than focusing narrowly on fine art or engineering alone. This program suits people who want to solve practical problems through creativity and aren't sure whether they're more interested in making things or making them look good.You study how to design systems and structures that protect the environment and manage natural resources — combining biology, chemistry, civil engineering, and earth science. Unlike a general engineering program, this one focuses specifically on water treatment, waste management, air quality, and land remediation. It suits students who want to solve real environmental problems with engineering tools and are willing to do mandatory work terms alongside their studies.This program covers the study of living organisms and human behaviour, from genetics and microbiology to ecology, nutrition, and psychology. You'll choose a focus area like biological sciences, animal science, environmental studies, or psychology, and take courses that build on that specialization. The co-op option lets you alternate between classroom study and paid work in research labs, hospitals, or environmental organizations. It suits students curious about how life works at every scale, from cells to ecosystems to minds, and who want hands-on experience alongside theory.
The door tomajors you reach through itApplied to directlyApplied to directlybiochemistrybiologyenvironmental sciencehealth scienceslife sciencesmedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average29 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 90%See them
SourceYork University on OUInfoUniversity of Waterloo on OUInfoUniversity of Toronto — St. George on OUInfo

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