Academic Programs
Find information about university programs, courses and requirements you might need.
Note: The name of a program may vary from university to university, and not every university features the same programs.
Faculty of Science
Common programs:
- Biology
- Psychology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Kinesiology
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Environmental Studies
These programs usually offer hands-on learning opportunities in labs. Many require Math, Science and English high school courses for admission.
Faculty of Arts
Common programs:
- English
- Fine Art
- Global Studies
- History
- Journalism
- Languages
- Political Science
- Religion
These programs usually involve essay assignments. Many require English high school courses for admission.
Faculty of Business Administration
Common programs:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
These programs usually offer opportunities for group work and classroom presentations. Many require math and English high school courses for admission.
Faculty of Music
Programs may allow you to focus on:
- Conducting
- History
- Performance
- Theory
These programs usually include performance time on campus and tutoring with professors. Many require English high school courses and 1 instrument to be performed at an audition for admission.
Faculty of Education
There are 2 ways to become a teacher in Ontario:
- Take a concurrent education program that allows you to earn an undergraduate degree and teaching degree at the same time.
- Go to “teacher’s college” or complete an education degree after graduating from your undergraduate studies.
Not all universities offer both paths, so know which option is best for you and which universities offer that option.