Waterloo Canadian Viewbook 2021

CANADIAN ADMISSIONS 2021
UNIVERSITY OF
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Waterloo is a place of opportunity.
It’s where you’ll leave behind what’s
familiar and step into a world of
possibilities. Who you are, what you
want, where you’ll go, and how you can
impact the world are yours to discover. TABLE OF CONTENTS
RANKINGS 2
At Canada’s most innovative university, you’ll be
THE CITY 4
encouraged to take risks and challenge the status
CO-OP AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING 6
quo, to pursue an idea and disrupt industries. CAREER SUCCESS 8
Whether you launch your own company, write RESIDENCE LIFE 10
a best-selling book, or test drive a new career STUDENT EXPERIENCE 12
in co-op, we want you to go Beyond Ideas. BUSINESS AT WATERLOO 18
WATERLOO FACULTIES 20
PROGRAM DETAILS 32
Where will you go from here?
ADMISSION CHARTS 40
HOW TO APPLY 46
FINANCES 47
CAMPUS MAP 48
BEYOND IDEAS | 1
CANADA’S
MOST INNOV
UNIVERSITY
Discover limitless potential.
For more than 60 years, we’ve been challenging conventions and turning
WATER, heads. We took innovation beyond a buzzword and made it our identity.
WATER,
WATER!
We set the bar for co-op in Canada because we saw a need for experienced,
university-educated graduates. We encourage dreamers and entrepreneurs because
LOO, we believe that cultivating creativity is key to global progress. We value diversity
and inclusivity because we know we’re better, brighter, and stronger together.
LOO, Some people call that innovative, but that’s just who we are.
LOO! Be yourself, work hard, and reap the rewards. We’ll do the same.
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2 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO
in Canada for efforts that advance implementation of
#2 the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

(Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings, 2020)
NOBEL Prize in Physics for 2018, awarded

to professor Donna Strickland
ATIVE
#2
best overall university in Canada (Maclean’s
Reputational Survey of Universities 2020)
in Canada for producing venture-
#1 capitalist-backed entrepreneurs
(PitchBook Universities Report, 2018-2019)
among comprehensive universities for
#1 experiential learning (Maclean’s Ranking
for 28 consecutive years of Comprehensive Universities, 2020)
(Maclean’s University Ranking)

#1
in Canada for employer-student connections
(QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020)
#1 33,322
comprehensive research university undergraduate students: 48% women,
in Canada (Research Infosource, 2019) 20% international students (Fall 2019)
120 #2
Campus Wellness in Canada for graduate employability
staff to support you (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020)
universities in the world to lead the UN Women’s HeForShe
32
varsity sports
teams to cheer on 1 of 10 IMPACT 10x10x10 initiative to equip women for success
and leadership in traditionally male-dominated fields
211 93.6%
student student retention rate
clubs (Waterloo Performance Indicators)
“CREATOR-OWNED”
intellectual property policy means
your great ideas belong to you
RANKINGS | 3
CITY OF
DREAMERS
Prepare to be charmed.
The city of Waterloo gives you the perks of a big city – transportation, culture, and
nightlife – with the charm and familiarity of a small town. Plus, you and your friends
are only a short bus ride to Toronto, Canada’s entertainment hub and home to some
of our largest co-op employers.
STARTUP PARADISE
Waterloo is an entrepreneur’s playground. Everything you need to kick-start a new
business is within a few minutes of campus. Even if you don’t see yourself as the next
startup sensation, living in one of the world’s top startup hubs gives you the scoop
on new trends and technologies and puts you at the centre of a vibrant job market.
A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING

Attend any of the region’s 1,200+ festivals and YUKON NORTHWEST
TERRITORIES
events or enjoy the ever-growing restaurant
and food truck scene. Nature lovers can
explore nearby trails and conservation areas
where you can camp, hike, fish, or even try
river tubing! For a sneak peek of Waterloo
What’s happening life, check out #KWAwesome. BRITISH
here in Waterloo COLUMBIA
ALBERTA SASKAT-
is truly special, GETTING AROUND CHEWAN
from theory to Like a triple-layer cake, the region of Waterloo
VANCOUVER
is made up of three cities, each with its own
experiment
flavour and attractions. Use your student card SEATTLE
and beyond. to ride Grand River Transit and enjoy easy PORTLAND
access to all the region has to offer, including
STEPHEN HAWKING
USA
THEORETICAL PHYSICIST downtown Kitchener’s tech hub, Cambridge’s
riverside architecture, or uptown Waterloo’s
distinct trend-setting scene. Beyond transit,
there are lots of ways to get around – bike-
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share, car-share, shuttle services, etc.
SAN FRANCISCO
If it’s got wheels, we’ve got it.
4 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO LOS ANGELES

NUNAVUT Uptown Waterloo, home to dozens of restaurants,
shops, cafés, music venues, clubs, and more, is a
20-minute walk (or a quick bus ride!) from campus.
CANADA NEWFOUNDLAND
QUEBEC AND LABRADOR
MANITOBA
PRINCE
617,870
people call the Region
QUEBEC CITY
EDWARD
ONTARIO of Waterloo home
ISLAND
MONTREAL NOVA SCOTIA

startup ecosystems
TOP 15
OTTAWA
BOSTON NEW BRUNSWICK in the world (Startup
WATERLOO TORONTO Genome, 2019)
NEW YORK
CHICAGO
115 KM
to Toronto. Home of the CN Tower, Toronto
WASHINGTON D.C. Raptors, and Drake. You know the one.
THE CITY | 5
CO-OP
Forget everything you thought you
knew about student internships. Our
co-op program adds up to two years of
paid work experience to your résumé.
With access to North America’s largest
selection of co-op jobs, you’ll be able
to test drive exciting careers and build
Experience is everything. a world-class professional network.
KYLIE
HONOURS ARTS AND
BUSINESS, CO-OP
FACULTY OF ARTS
UNLIMITED
CHOICES
We’ve all heard that
variety is the spice of
life. And for Kylie, co-op
delivered just that. She’s
provided personalized
care to individuals living
with disabilities, planned
social events for students,
and managed the office
for a startup.
Along the way, she’s
discovered what she does
and doesn’t like doing, the
importance of professional
21,800+
communication and work terms in 2018-2019, an
flexibility,, and the impact
flexibility increase of 24% since 2014-2015
of a great mentor.
#BEYONDIDEAS
#SOMANYOPTIONS
7,100+
#RESUMEBUILDING co-op employers in
more than 60 countries
HOW CO-OP WORKS
In co-op programs, you’ll typically alternate between EXPERIENCE
four months as a full-time student and four months as a
full-time, paid employee building relevant skills through
our network of 7,100+ employers. Before each work term,
FOR EVERYONE
you’ll update your résumé, choose which jobs to apply to, If you’re leaning toward a program
and interview with prospective employers in a competitive without co-op or looking for even
process. With the help of our career resources and student
advisors located across Canada, you’ll be more than ready
more ways to get hands-on experience,
to take on your first co-op job. take advantage of programs that will
Once on the job, you’ll learn to adapt to different help you build a standout résumé.
workplaces, build your skills through our professional
development courses, and develop a fresh appreciation EDGE CERTIFICATE
for your classroom studies. As you progress through your
Develop professional skills, explore career options, and
work terms, your résumé, knowledge, and confidence
learn how to market yourself in this certificate program
will grow, preparing you for an exciting career.
offered exclusively to students not in co-op programs.
EXPERIENCE PAYS OFF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (WATPD)
Professional experience makes a difference to your Learn the skills that will help you land jobs – and
job prospects and starting salary. Ninety-six per cent quickly climb the corporate ladder – in our free
of co-op grads employed six months after graduation professional development courses.
worked in positions related to skills they acquired at
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE CERTIFICATE
Waterloo, compared to 79 per cent of Ontario grads.
Just two years after graduation, 82 per cent of our Expand your world view and knowledge of global
co-op grads were earning $50,000 (compared to only issues by earning a Global Experience Certificate.
45 per cent of Ontario grads).
EXCHANGE AND STUDY ABROAD
Satisfy your wanderlust and your degree requirements
ALTERNATE BETWEEN FOUR-MONTH
through 100+ exchange and study-abroad opportunities.
STUDY AND PAID WORK TERMS
Your co-op schedule depends on your program. STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Here are three common study/work sequences.
Explore and enhance your leadership abilities as you
earn the Student Leadership Program certificate.
YEAR TERM EXAMPLE 1 EXAMPLE 2 EXAMPLE 3
1 Fall Study Study Study
Winter Study Work Study
#1
Spring Off Study Work among comprehensive universities for
2 Fall Study Work Study experiential learning (Maclean’s Ranking
Winter Work Study Work of Comprehensive Universities, 2020)
Spring Study Work Study
3 Fall Work Study Work
Winter Study Work Study
4
Spring
Fall
Winter
Work
Study
Work
Study
Work
Study
Work
Study
Work
Students
earned $8,400-$18,000+
Spring Work Work Study
per four-month co-op work term within Canada (2019)
5 Fall Study Study Work
Winter Study Study Study
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Winter term: January to April
Spring term: May to August
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CAREER
SUCCESS
Write your own ticket.
No school can guarantee your success after
graduation. But we come really close. While other
#1
in Canada for producing venture-
university alumni try to break into the work
capitalist-backed entrepreneurs
world, you’ll be focused on your next opportunity. (PitchBook Universities Report, 2018-2019)
TOP 25
in the world for graduate
employability (QS Graduate
Employability Rankings, 2020)
RUPI KAUR (BA ’15)
Honours Arts and Business
New York Times best-selling
author and illustrator
GRADUATE STUDIES
We surveyed your peers and found
DIANA CHIU (BSc ’05, MBET ’06) that almost half of incoming Waterloo
Science and Business students intend to pursue education
Senior manager, business development beyond undergraduate studies. If
DuckDuckGo
that’s your plan, consider continuing
your studies in familiar territory by
applying to one of our 180+ research
and professional graduate programs.
JONATHAN LAURENCIC (BA ’10)
Recreation and Business
uwaterloo.ca/future/success
Co-founder and director of operations
Elora Brewing Company
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
More than 213,000 graduates have used their
Waterloo education as a stepping stone to success.
From startup founders to city planners, our alumni
are workplace warriors. Two years after graduating,
96 per cent of our graduates are employed.
And perks like complimentary career advising
sessions and exclusive access to our alumni job
RETAIL AND MANUFACTURING
13%
board help with the next opportunity, too.
› Process engineer, Toyota Motor
#UWFUTURESHAPERS Manufacturing Canada Inc.
› Financial analyst, The Beer Store
EDUCATION
10% 17%
› Teacher recruitment manager,
FINANCE AND INSURANCE
Teach For Canada
› Math teacher, Columbia › Treasury and balance sheet analyst, TD Bank Group
International College › User experience specialist, Manulife Financial
GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATION
› Program advisor; Ontario 2% 20%
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Ministry of Environment,
COMMUNICATIONS › Senior consultant, Deloitte Consulting
6%
Conservation and Parks
AND NEW MEDIA › Planner, Groundswell Urban Planners Inc.
› Forensic search technologist,
› Data scientist, Facebook
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
› Software engineer, Twitter
2%
HOSPITALITY AND RECREATION
› Program co-ordinator, Baseball Alberta
› Stage manager, Stratford Festival
TECHNOLOGY
16% 10%
› Technology solutions professional, Microsoft Canada Inc. HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICES
› Global supply manager, Apple Inc. › Child protection worker, Children’s Aid Society
› Resident physician MD, University of Toronto
4%
96%
of our employed co-op grads find jobs
UTILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION related to the skills they gained at
› Geotechnical design, Shell Canada Ltd. Waterloo within six months of graduation
› Transit planner, City of Burlington
CAREER SUCCESS | 9
RESIDENCE
LIFE
100%
residence guarantee
for all new students
of students say it’s easy to meet people
69% while living in residence (compared

to 29% of their off-campus peers)
24/7
controlled access to all residence
buildings and rooms to keep you safe
Your new social network. DOUBLE ROOM
SINGLE ROOM
DESK DESK
Living in residence puts you in the middle of the action.
DESK
CLOSET/DRESSER
Get the full university experience while making friends
BED
BED BED
and memories that will last long after graduation.
CLOSET CLOSET
CHOOSING A RESIDENCE
Your home away from home should suit your budget SUITE-STYLE ROOMS
and personality. Choose from Campus Housing’s

traditional single or double rooms or a suite of four OVEN FRIDGE
SHOWER SHOWER
individual bedrooms, or opt to live at one of our on- TUB TUB
CLOSET
TABLE
PANTRY
campus University Colleges: Conrad Grebel University KITCHEN
College, Renison University College, St. Jerome’s

CLOSET CLOSET
University, and St. Paul’s University College. All first-year
residences offer personal and academic support to help CLOSET CLOSET CLOSET CLOSET
you adjust to living away from home, including Living-

Learning Communities, residence dons, and tutors.
BED BED BED BED
DESK DESK DESK DESK
FOOD AND MEAL PLANS

LIVING
ROOM
SHELF
SHELF
Enjoy fresh meals and snacks from 40 on-campus food
vendors. You’ll find halal, kosher, and vegan options, plus
custom creations for anyone with food allergies or other WHO’S DON?
dietary restrictions. Save yourself time and money by Residence life dons are upper-year students who live
purchasing one of our many meal plans. Whether you and work in the residences to facilitate an inclusive and
want a hearty breakfast or a quick snack between lectures, supportive environment. They organize events, monitor the
there’s no shortage of food options at Waterloo! buildings, and offer support around the clock. Think of it
like having fun, caring older siblings in residence with you.
LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Living-Learning Communities (LLCs) group students with
95%
common interests together within our larger residence of students who chose residence
communities. Live with peers from your program, students in first year returned for their
who share your passion for social justice, or other student second year of studies
athletes. You can apply to join an LLC when you apply to
live in residence.
Your residence facilities were built with your needs in mind.

Need a place on campus to study with friends, pursue
a hobby, or get some quiet time? We have a space for
that! Campus Housing has many options to help you
feel at home – from our multi-faith rooms to music
rooms, our fitness facilities to study spaces, and more. uwaterloo.ca/future/residence
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CARE AND
SUPPORT
PRABHJEET
HEALTH STUDIES, CO-OP
FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
IN HER ELEMENT
Volunteering for the Substance Use Team sparked Prabhjeet’s
passion for raising the awareness of drug use among teens.
Through on-campus activities she generates discussion about
knowing yourself, asking for help, and accessing the supports
you need. “I’m so thankful that Waterloo helped me find this new
interest and is creating a safe space to talk about mental health.”
Prabhjeet’s self-care includes dance, running, music, and friends
( … and snuggling with therapy dogs each time they’re on campus).
#BEYONDIDEAS #SELFCARE #LETSTALK
12 | UNIVERSITY OF WA
WATERLOO
WATERL
TERLOO
OO
We’re all in this together.
University can be rewarding and challenging. Our campus support services give you the
resources and personal care you need to get the most out of your university experience.
STRENGTH IN DIVERSITY WELLNESS ON CAMPUS STUDENT SUPPORT

Whatever your ethnicity, We offer extensive services to help Take advantage of services
religion, gender, or sexual keep your body and mind healthy to help you adjust to the
identity, you’re welcome here. and you at the top of your game. expectations of university.
RACIAL ADVOCACY FOR HEALTH SERVICES STUDENT SUCCESS OFFICE

INCLUSION, SOLIDARITY, The on-campus Student Medical Supporting you from
AND EQUITY (RAISE)*
Clinic offers a range of services, Orientation right through
RAISE seeks to dismantle systemic from providing prescriptions to graduation, the Student
barriers that limit the success and and immunizations to addressing Success Office will help you
affect the experiences of students your mental and sexual health with academics and personal
by addressing the impacts of racism concerns. Meet with doctors, development. Services include
and xenophobia in our community. nurses, mental health specialists, academic skills and leadership
and registered dietitians. workshops, peer success
THE GLOW CENTRE FOR SEXUAL
coaching, and exchange and
AND GENDER DIVERSITY *
COUNSELLING SERVICES study abroad programs.
The Glow Centre promotes a healthy Counselling Services is dedicated
attitude toward all sexual orientations to supporting your personal, ACCESSABILITY SERVICES
and gender identities by offering social, and academic experience AccessAbility Services helps
confidential peer support, discussion at Waterloo. It offers one-on-one ensure everyone has equal
groups, social events, and resources. counselling and group therapy, access to education. They’ll
plus coping skills seminars to design and facilitate academic
WATERLOO INDIGENOUS
support your mental health. accommodation plans if you
STUDENT CENTRE
have a permanent, temporary,
This centre celebrates the values MATES* or even suspected disability.
and rights of Indigenous Peoples
MATES (Mentor Assistance
and cultures. It facilitates the sharing uwaterloo.ca/future/suppor t
Through Education and Support)
of Indigenous knowledge with
is a one-to-one student peer support
relevant information and support.
program providing academic,
personal, and mental health supports
WATERLOO CHAPLAINS
through workshops, appointments,
120
Waterloo has chaplains Campus Wellness
and drop-in sessions across campus.
representing 11 different faith staff to support you
traditions. They can provide you
with support and help as you
GLOW
explore spiritual questions. one of Canada’s oldest
university-based LGBTQ+ groups
Here 24/7
provides addiction, mental health, and
*provided by Waterloo Undergraduate
Student Association (WUSA)
crisis services in person and over the phone
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STUDENT
LIFE
We know how to have fun.
Our campus is packed with opportunities to get involved no matter
how unique your interests. Between our clubs, associations, societies,
and events, there’s something for everyone. For a look at student life,
follow us on Instagram (@uofwaterloo).
YOUR STUDENT ASSOCIATION STUDENT EVENTS

The Waterloo Undergraduate Student Clear your calendar and check out the events
Association (WUSA) is your voice on happening around campus. To get you started,
campus and the centre of student life. As an there’s Orientation, Welcome Week, and Black
undergrad, you’re automatically a member, and Gold Day. Add in concerts, community
which means access to clubs, 12 student-run festivals, and faculty events, and your social
services, student government, and hundreds calendar will fill up quickly.
of job and volunteer opportunities.
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

40
on-campus eateries to
There’s no excuse for boredom on campus. grab lunch with a friend
We have more than 200 clubs, societies, and
associations for you to explore, like Believe
academic, charitable, social,
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4 Kids, Because I Am A Girl, Best Buddies,
religious, political, athletic, and
Biomedical Science Student Association,
cultural student-run clubs to join
Black Association for Student Expression,
Breakers dance group, Breaking Barriers:
Cross-Cultural Mental Health, and Buddha’s students employed by your
Light Community – and those are just the
B’s. If you don’t see one that fits your exact
200+ student association in part-
time and co-op positions
interest, start your own club! There’s always
room to expand the roster. uwaterloo.ca/future/life
ATHLETICS AND
RECREATION
We take wellness seriously.
A healthy mind and a healthy body go hand in hand. That’s why Warrior Recreation wants
to help you stay active as part of a healthy lifestyle. Take advantage of one of Canada’s
most diverse campus recreation programs, with over 250 fitness programs to choose from.
WARRIOR RECREATION VARSITY TEAMS

Taking time to exercise won’t just help your co-ed
physical well-being, it can also help your mental female
health and academic performance – so get moving! male
Waterloo is home to one of the largest recreation

programs in the country – so there are always tons
Badminton
of ways to get involved. Join one of the intramural Baseball
leagues kicking off in September, check out the 25+ Basketball
sports clubs, or register for our Shoe Tag program Cross-Country
to access weekly fitness and wellness classes. Curling
Field Hockey
VARSITY ATHLETICS Figure Skating

Football
Whether you want to make the cut or cheer from
Golf
the stands, you’ll be happy to know we’re home to
Ice Hockey
32 competitive varsity programs. In our 60-year
Nordic Skiing
history, our Warriors have brought home 101
Rugby
provincial championships and eight national titles, Soccer
giving us even more reasons to take pride in our Squash
black and gold. Get in on the excitement and Swimming
watch our teams in action; Waterloo students get Tennis
free admission to all regular-season home games! Track and Field

Volleyball
If you’re interested in joining one of our varsity
programs or have questions for one of the coaches,
visit our recruitment website to start the Meet our school mascot,
conversation: gowarriorsgo.ca/recruitment. King Warrior. He makes
appearances at special
events and games. Make
uwaterloo.ca/future/spor ts
sure you get a selfie!
32 varsity
teams
fitness classes each year,

ATHLETICS FACILITIES
Stay active in our gyms, pool, ice rink, squash courts,
studios, high performance zone, playing fields, Warrior Field
2,500+ including power yoga,
cycling, and Pilates
stadium, and new 65,000-square-foot Field House. You’ll
FREE
be among the first to enjoy the SLC-PAC expansion, which entry to Waterloo
features a two-storey climbing wall, more lounge and studio Warriors home games
space, and a fitness centre triple the size of the previous one. with your Waterloo ID
PURSUE
YOUR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
MANAGEMENT, CO-OP
VARUN
PASSION
More than business.
Connect with others who are fascinated by the way
business and money shape our world and who want HOME OF VELOCITY
Canada’s most productive startup incubator
to test their problem-solving, business savvy, and
technical skills as you build a better tomorrow.
For each work term within Canada in 2019, students
enrolled in business programs at Waterloo earned
ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES
Our programs were created in collaboration with employers to give
you an edge in the marketplace. We prepare you for the world of
$8,400-$17,400+*
business and give you the freedom to explore passions that will help
you define your industry niche and expand your portfolio. You’ll find
yourself among self-starters, working in paid co-op positions with top
business leaders, and learning from a community of mentors.
18 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO *Student-reported earnings ranging from Ontario minimum wage to 95th percentile. May vary by jurisdiction.
EYE ON THE BALL
Some students value sleep and
studying above all. Varun thrives
on chaos. An accounting and
finance major, he found the right
balance, even playing for the
Varsity Baseball team. “School
is about more than studying.
It’s balancing your physical
and mental well-being, building
friendships, and pushing yourself.”
His hard work and dedication have

already paid off in the form of a
job offer from Ernst & Young (EY)
in Toronto. “Getting a job like this
is the entire reason I’ve worked
so hard these past few years.”
#BEYONDIDEAS
#GOLDENTICKET
#EATSLEEPPLAYBALLREPEAT
TOP 10
in Canada for business and management
studies, and accounting and finance
(QS World Rankings, 2020)
ENTREPRENEURIAL BUSINESS PROGRAMS

CULTURE › Accounting and Financial Management › Information Technology
Waterloo can help you Management
› Biotechnology/Chartered
bring innovative, world- Professional Accountancy › Management Engineering
changing ideas to the
› Business Administration (Laurier) › Mathematical Finance
global marketplace.
Programs such as Velocity, and Computer Science (Waterloo) › Mathematics/Business Administration
St. Paul’s GreenHouse, Double Degree
› Mathematics/Chartered
and the Conrad School › Business Administration (Laurier) and Professional Accountancy
of Entrepreneurship and Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree
› Mathematics/Financial Analysis
Business offer mentorship,
› Computing and Financial Management and Risk Management
creative space, and financial
resources to get you started. › Environment and Business › Recreation and Sport Business
› Global Business and Digital Arts › Science and Business
› Honours Arts and Business
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ESTHER
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION, CO-OP
TRUE CALLING
For Esther, heading to work has
taught her about mental health.
Through her co-op experiences,
she’s found her passion and seen
the role therapeutic recreation
can play in a person’s life.
“Building relationships with people

who are experiencing mental
health challenges has taught
me about wellness and the role
of therapy. My profs will simulate
what it’s like to work in the field,
with case studies and group
projects, but it’s through real-
world exposure that I’ve
gained my deepest insights.”
#BEYONDIDEAS
#PURSUEYOURPASSION
#TRIALRUN
IMPROVE
LIVES
Faculty of
Applied Health Sciences
Want to make a difference that improves lives? Join this tight-knit community
of students and professors dedicated to preventing disease, healing injuries,
and optimizing the quality of life for people around the world. Learn relevant
skills and concepts to prepare you for medical school, professional and graduate
programs, or careers in health and leisure. You’ll graduate with a degree that
will help you leave a lasting legacy of health and well-being.
ENTRY PROGRAMS AND MAJORS

Learn more about Applied Health Sciences (AHS)
entry programs and majors on pages 32 to 39,
or go online to download an AHS brochure.
54%
of Health Studies and Kinesiology
graduates go on to professional › Health Studies
or graduate school › Kinesiology
› Public Health
95% of AHS grads are employed or pursuing further

education within a year of graduating
› Recreation and Leisure Studies
▪
▪
Recreation and Leisure Studies
Recreation and Sport Business
▪ Therapeutic Recreation
TOP 5
▪ Tourism Development
in Canada for Hospitality and Leisure
Management (QS World Rankings, 2020) You can focus your studies through
specializations starting in second year.
uwaterloo.ca/future/ahs
WATERLOO FACULTIES | 21
DRIVE
CHANGE
Faculty of Arts
In Honours Arts and
Honours Arts and
Business, you spend
90
40%
of your time
studying a
chosen major
partner universities
offer international study
exchanges to Arts students
This is the place where creative minds and critical thinkers unite. Collaborate with peers and professors as you
explore the diversity of the human experience and shine new light on age-old questions. Whether you’re in
Accounting and Financial Management, Global Business and Digital Arts, or one of our 28 honours majors,
you’ll benefit from the variety of academic departments you’ll interact with and the different perspectives
they offer. You’ll graduate with the expertise employers need and the hands-on experience they want thanks
to co-op terms, career-focused minors, study-abroad opportunities, and experiential education certificates.
ENTRY PROGRAMS
Learn more about Arts entry programs, › English
majors, and specializations on pages ▪ Literature
▪ Literature and Rhetoric
32 to 39, or go online to download any
▪ Rhetoric, Media, and Professional Communication
of our Arts brochures.

› Fine Arts
› Accounting and Financial Management ▪ Studio Practice
› Computing and Financial Management
▪ Visual Culture
› Global Business and Digital Arts › French

› Honours Arts* › Gender and Social Justice
› Honours Arts and Business*
› Social Development Studies
› German
› History 800+ courses in 59
different subjects
*Explore topics that interest you and pick › Legal Studies

your major at the end of first year. › Liberal Studies
of honours students add
› Medieval Studies
35%
a second major and/or a
PROFESSIONAL DEGREE › Music
minor to their degree to
› Social Work (Renison University College) › Peace and Conflict Studies
broaden their studies
Apply after completing your undergraduate degree. › Philosophy
› Political Science
› Psychology
MAJORS › Religious Studies
› Anthropology
› Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies
› Classical Studies
▪ Classical Studies
› Social Development Studies
▪ Classics (includes learning Greek and Latin) › Sociology
› Communication Studies › Spanish
› Economics › Theatre and Performance
OLA
HONOURS ARTS AND BUSINESS, CO-OP
POLITICAL SCIENCE MAJOR
WORLDLY WARRIOR
Why Arts? Ask Ola, an international student majoring
in Political Science with minors in Economics and
International Trade, and she’ll tell you about systems
and sustainability. “My goal is to effect change. The
best way to do this is through political activism, for
example, helping to draft laws that support countries
and communities to become more self-reliant.”
At Waterloo, Ola is driving change beyond the

classroom, through her co-op terms and as president
of the Black Association for Student Expression.
#BEYONDIDEAS #RAISEYOURVOICE #BETHECHANGE
uwaterloo.ca/future/ar ts
TOGETHER WE MAKE
A DIFFERENCE
Every day in every way, women
in engineering are changing the
world for the better. At Waterloo
it’s about collaborative teamwork,
where every student brings
their unique experiences and
perspectives to solve difficult
problems together. A proud voice
for women in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics
(STEM), Zahra advocates that
gender diversity brings fresh
perspectives and ideas to the
traditionally male-dominated field.
#BEYONDIDEAS
#WOMENENGINEERS
#TEAMWORK
SHAPE Join the faculty with a

hand in every aspect
of modern life. You
could design sustainable
SOCIETY
buildings, improve transit
systems, reorganize
corporate ladders, or build
robots that save lives –
all before graduation.
In Engineering, the future
is in your hands. Are you
ready to get to work?
Faculty of Engineering
ZAHRA
CIVIL ENGINEERING, CO-OP
ENTRY PROGRAMS
TOP 50 in the world for engineering and
technology (QS World Rankings, 2020)
Learn more about each entry program on pages 32 to 39, For each work term within Canada in 2019,
or go online to download an Engineering brochure. Waterloo Engineering students earned
$8,400-$19,200+**
› Architecture* › Geological Engineering
› Architectural Engineering › Management Engineering
› Biomedical Engineering › Mechanical Engineering
› Chemical Engineering › Mechatronics Engineering of our employed Engineering
› Civil Engineering
›C
Computer
omputer Engineering
› Electrical Engineering
› Nanotechnology Engineering
› Softwar
Softwaree Engineering
› Systems Design Engineering
92% grads
grads find jobs related to the
they
skills they gained
gained at Waterloo
within six months of graduation
› Environmental Engineering
**Student-reported earnings ranging from Ontario minimum
wage to 95th percentile. May vary by jurisdiction.
You can choose to either specialize or broaden your studies through

different program options and specializations beginning in second year.
*Students graduate with an Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies degree from the School
of Architecture located in Cambridge, Ontario.
uwaterloo.ca/future/engineering
NURTURE YOUR NATURE
Waterloo is renowned for its
entrepreneurial spirit. It’s the reason
Miila chose Planning at Waterloo.
She knew it could be the place for
her to discover how to dream big.
“What struck me most was the

collaborative community here.” This
environment allowed her team to
design a battery that stores the
energy created when pedaling a bike,
which earned them second place in
the school’s prestigious Jack Rosen
Pitch Competition. “It’s incredible
what can happen when you’re
given the resources, support, and
encouragement to develop ideas.”
#BEYONDIDEAS
#PEDALPOWER
#NOPLANETB
26 | UNIVERSITY OF WA
WATERLOO
WATERL
TERLOO
OO
RAISE
MIILA
PLANNING, CO-OP
THE BAR
Faculty of Environment
Join a global movement advocating for a greener, more sustainable future –
whatever your #earthgoals. Learn how ecosystem restoration, environmental law,
and urban planning support solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.
Be an agent of change and build a better tomorrow with an Environment degree.
ENTRY PROGRAMS
Learn more about Environment entry programs and optional specializations
on pages 32 to 39, or go online to download an Environment brochure.
› Environment and Business › Geomatics
› Environment, Resources › International Development

and Sustainability
› Knowledge Integration
› Geography and Aviation
› Planning
› Geography and Environmental
Management
#4 in Canada for development studies and #9 in

Canada for geography (QS World Rankings, 2020)
#2
in Canada for efforts that advance implementation
of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
LARGEST
Faculty of
Environment
in Canada
uwaterloo.ca/future/environment
OPEN INFINITE
DOORS
Faculty of Mathematics
Take your talent to the next level with a degree in mathematics or computer science. With more
than 500 courses in every area of mathematics, statistics, and computer science to choose from,
you’ll develop the theoretical and applied knowledge you need to succeed. Explore concepts that
ignite your imagination, from quantum computing to number theory. Refine your skills through
co-op terms, minors, and specializations. By graduation, your career prospects will be infinite.
ENTRY PROGRAMS AND MAJORS

Learn more about these programs on pages 32 to 39, or go online to download any of our brochures.
› Business Administration (Laurier) and › Mathematics/Business Administration

Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree ▪ Information Technology Management
› Business Administration (Laurier) and › Mathematics/Chartered

Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree Professional Accountancy
› Computer Science
▪
▪
Computer Science
Data Science
› Mathematics/Financial Analysis
and Risk Management
▪ Online degree available
TOP 50
in the world for mathematics
› Computing and Financial Management › Software Engineering and computer science
› Mathematics (QS World Rankings, 2020)
▪ Actuarial Science
▪ Applied Mathematics
70%
▪ Biostatistics
of top careers start with a mathematics or
▪ Combinatorics and Optimization
▪ Computational Mathematics
computer science degree (CareerCast 2019)
▪ Data Science
▪ Mathematical Economics
▪ Mathematical Finance
For each work term within Canada in 2019,
▪ Mathematical Optimization
Waterloo Mathematics students earned
▪ Mathematical Physics
$8,400-$21,000+*
▪ Mathematical Studies
▪ Mathematics/Teaching
▪ Pure Mathematics
▪ Statistics
28 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO *Student-reported earnings ranging from Ontario minimum wage to 95th percentile. May vary by jurisdiction.
CLARE
HONOURS MATHEMATICS, CO-OP
COMBINATORICS AND OPTIMIZATION MAJOR
EXPRESS YOURSELF
You can’t limit creativity, and you certainly can’t limit Clare. A Schulich
Leader Scholarship nominee, YouTube producer, scriptwriter, and aspiring
mathematician, Clare doesn’t fit into a neat little box. She takes advantage
of opportunities across campus to get involved and express herself.
During class, Clare explores “creative mathematics” in Combinatorics

and Optimization. The rest of the time, she makes videos for her friends
and lends her creative superpowers to FASS, Waterloo’s amateur theatre
company, as a scriptwriter. Her advice for nervous newcomers: “Leave your
comfort zone! Explore new clubs and meet people! You’ll have more fun.”
#BEYONDIDEAS #CREATIVEGENIUS #PINKTIE
uwaterloo.ca/future/mathematics
CARSON
EARTH SCIENCES
MSc CANDIDATE
GET A STRONG
REACTION
Faculty of Science
Award-winning
professor
In our most research-centric faculty, use your curiosity, ingenuity, and passion for knowledge to
discover everything from atoms and cells to the vast expanses of space. Learn to think critically,
experiment confidently, and engage intelligently through hands-on labs, projects, and co-op terms. Nobel Prize in
Participate in groundbreaking research or test your ideas in our Science Innovation Hub. Whichever Physics (2018)
path you choose to explore, your science degree will give you the foundation you need to succeed. Donna Strickland
ROCK’N IT
When Carson chose his major
in Earth Sciences, he imagined
spending time in the field,
studying rocks, and bonding
with nature. So, when he
landed a summer job in
Nunavut charting rocks and
living in a tent, he knew
he’d made the right choice.
“It was like nothing I’d ever

experienced, and yet it was
exactly how I imagined myself.
Solving mysteries within the
7 science-related clubs to meet other

students and build connections
Earth fascinates me, and
there’s still so much we don’t
understand about the world
around us. Geology is like
a giant puzzle with many
100+ courses give you

hands-on lab experience
possible outcomes. I love that.”
#BEYONDIDEAS
#TENTLIFE
$50M+
in annual research funding helps #BEBOULDER
to finance meaningful research
jobs for Science students
ENTRY PROGRAMS AND MAJORS PROFESSIONAL DEGREES

Learn more about these programs on pages 32 to 39, Apply to a recommended Bachelor of
or go online to download any of our Science brochures. Science (BSc) program to meet admission
requirements for these programs:
› Biotechnology/Chartered › Physical Sciences*
Professional Accountancy ▪ Chemistry › Doctor of Optometry (OD)
▪ Earth Sciences Apply as early as your third year in a BSc program.
› Environmental Science ▪ Life Physics

› Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
▪ Materials and Nanosciences Apply as early as your second year in a BSc or
› Honours Science ▪ Mathematical Physics other post-secondary program.
▪ Medicinal Chemistry
› Life Sciences*
▪ Physics
▪ Biochemistry
▪ Physics and Astronomy
▪ Biology
▪ Biomedical Sciences
› Science and Aviation
▪ Psychology
› Science and Business

*Select your major when you apply.
uwaterloo.ca/future/science
PROGRAM
LEGEND
Only offered at the University of Waterloo
Available online
E = Entry-level program: apply directly through

Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC)
DETAILS
M = Major: subject of major interest, apply through
an entry-level program
Sample courses
Specializations
Career possibilities
The finer points. Use the program descriptions together with the admission charts to
choose a program that suits your interests and academic strengths. Every
program has minimum course and grade requirements you’ll need to
meet, so take your time, do your research, and always check the asterisks!
uwaterloo.ca/future/programs
A / PAGE 33 G / PAGE 35 N / PAGE 37

> Accounting and Financial Management > Gender and Social Justice > Nanotechnology Engineering
> Actuarial Science > Geography and Aviation
O / PAGE 38
> Anthropology > Geography and Environmental Management
> Optometry
> Applied Mathematics > Geological Engineering
> Architectural Engineering > Geomatics P / PAGE 38
> Architecture > German > Peace and Conflict Studies
> Global Business and Digital Arts > Pharmacy
B / PAGE 33 > Philosophy
> Biochemistry H / PAGE 35-36
> Physical Sciences
> Biology > Health Studies
> Physics
> Biomedical Engineering > History
> Physics and Astronomy
> Biomedical Sciences > Honours Arts
> Planning
> Biostatistics > Honours Arts and Business
> Political Science
> Biotechnology/Chartered Professional > Honours Science
> Psychology (BA)
Accountancy
I / PAGE 36 > Psychology (BSc)
> Business Administration (Laurier) and Computer
> Information Technology Management > Public Health
Science (Waterloo) Double Degree
> International Development > Pure Mathematics
> Business Administration (Laurier) and
Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree K / PAGE 36 R / PAGE 38-39
C / PAGE 33-34 > Kinesiology > Recreation and Leisure Studies
> Chemical Engineering > Knowledge Integration > Recreation and Sport Business
> Chemistry L / PAGE 36 > Religious Studies
> Civil Engineering > Legal Studies S / PAGE 39
> Classical Studies > Liberal Studies > Science and Aviation
> Combinatorics and Optimization > Life Physics > Science and Business
> Communication Studies > Life Sciences > Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies
> Computational Mathematics M / PAGES 36-37 > Social Development Studies
> Computer Engineering > Management Engineering > Social Work
> Computer Science > Materials and Nanosciences > Sociology
> Computing and Financial Management > Mathematical Economics > Software Engineering
D / PAGE 34 > Mathematical Finance > Spanish
> Data Science > Mathematical Optimization > Statistics
> Mathematical Physics (BMath) > Systems Design Engineering
E / PAGES 34-35
> Mathematical Physics (BSc) T / PAGE 39
> Earth Sciences
> Mathematical Studies > Theatre and Performance
> Economics
> Mathematics > Therapeutic Recreation
> Electrical Engineering
> Mathematics/Business Administration > Tourism Development
> English
> Mathematics/Chartered Professional
> Environment and Business
Accountancy
> Environment, Resources and Sustainability
> Mathematics/Financial Analysis and
> Environmental Engineering Risk Management
> Environmental Science > Mathematics/Teaching
F / PAGE 35 > Mechanical Engineering
> Fine Arts > Mechatronics Engineering
> French > Medicinal Chemistry
> Medieval Studies
> Music
A ARCHITECTURE / SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE (E, Bachelor
of Architectural Studies) Co-op only
BIOSTATISTICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS (M, Bachelor
of Mathematics) Co-op available
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT / Create the blueprints for a great career in one Fight illness with a healthy dose of data. You’ll
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE of North America’s top schools of architecture. focus on clinical, public, and population health
(E, Bachelor of Accounting and Financial From day one, you’ll have your own dedicated statistics. You’ll also take specialized upper-year
Management) Co-op only studio space to develop your ideas as you courses, graduating with the strong data-based
explore the relationship between architecture, decision-making skills you need to be part of an
Acquire the expertise to analyze financial the environment, and society. In fourth year, effective health-care research team.
information and take a leadership role in any study at our studio in Rome. Questions? Email
business. Study accounting, finance, and Introduction to Medical Statistics, Management
[email protected]. Information Systems, Statistical Methods for Life
business and how they interrelate. Extend
your learning through co-op work terms and Design Studio, Cultural History, Visual and History Analysis
extracurricular opportunities while working Digital Media, Environmental Building Design, Medical researcher, data analyst,
toward a Chartered Professional Accountant Building Construction, Digital Fabrication biostatistician
(CPA) and/or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Architect, project manager, designer,
designation. Questions? Email [email protected]. sustainable development and heritage BIOTECHNOLOGY/CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL
professional ACCOUNTANCY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING
Financial Accounting, Global Financial Markets,
AND FINANCE (E, Bachelor of Science) Co-op only
Business Analytics, International Business
Accountant, auditor, investment banker
B Spreadsheets plus science and paid co-op
experience equals career success. This
ACTUARIAL SCIENCE / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS BIOCHEMISTRY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor unique program prepares you for professional
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available of Science) Co-op available accountancy and advisory roles in the growing
biotech sector. After graduation, earn your
Predict the future – without a crystal ball. In Play with the building blocks of life. Combine
Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree in only
one of North America’s top-ranked actuarial classroom courses in biology and chemistry
eight months – an optional next step in becoming
science programs, you’ll use math and statistics with extensive lab work (where you’ll learn
a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
to predict uncertain events such as stock things like chromatography, electrophoresis,
market performance or an insurance company’s and protein analysis). You’ll graduate ready Analytical Methods in Molecular Biology,
payouts. Prepare for your professional actuary for careers in forensic science, pharmaceuticals, Introduction to Managerial Accounting,
designation with courses in finance, risk theory, medical diagnostics, agriculture, biotechnology, Fermentation Biotechnology
pensions mathematics, and more. and more. Accountant, finance coordinator, analyst
Corporate Finance, Applied Probability, Fundamentals of Metabolism, Intro Analytical
Chemistry, Genetics BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (LAURIER) AND COMPUTER
Introduction to Investments
SCIENCE (WATERLOO) DOUBLE DEGREE / DAVID R. CHERITON
Actuarial analyst, consultant, financial analyst Biotechnology SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (E, Bachelor of Business
Toxicologist, biomaterials researcher, Administration and Bachelor of Computer
ANTHROPOLOGY / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor health-care professional Science) Co-op only
of Arts) Co-op available
Combine the worlds of bytes and business –
From Neanderthals to Gen Z, discover what it BIOLOGY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of Science)
and earn two degrees in five years. In one of
means to be human. Explore evolution and early Co-op available
the top computer science programs in Canada,
societies, or tackle contemporary issues such as Study life: it’s in your DNA. With more than 80 you’ll learn about software development,
violence and media. Whether you’re examining courses available – including labs and fieldwork – algorithms and data structures, and artificial
fossils and bones in the lab or conducting this program gives you lots of opportunity to intelligence. At nearby Wilfrid Laurier University,
fieldwork in the Mediterranean, the Arctic, explore the functions of living organisms, where you’ll study business essentials like brand
or Africa, you’ll learn more about how the they come from, and how they evolve. You can communication, accounting, and marketing.
human race has evolved over time. also choose our Bioinformatics Option, combining
Designing Functional Programs,
Biological Anthropology, Skeletal Biology biological analysis with computer science.
Understanding the Business Environment,
and Forensics, Archaeological Field School Fundamentals of Microbiology, Principles of Computer Organization and Design
Archaeologist, curator of natural property, Human Physiology, Diversity of Life
Business analyst, software engineer,
heritage planner Biologist, veterinarian, environmental application developer
consultant, physician, pharmacist, optometrist
APPLIED MATHEMATICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (LAURIER) AND MATHEMATICS
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING (WATERLOO) DOUBLE DEGREE / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS
Apply your knowledge of mathematical concepts (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only (E, Bachelor of Business Administration
and computational tools to complex issues in Create tomorrow’s life-saving and life-enhancing and Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op only
areas such as communications engineering or innovations. In this interdisciplinary program, Five years, two degrees, one serious edge.
climate change. you’ll study engineering principles in biology, Combine Waterloo’s strength in mathematics
Computational Methods for Differential mechanics, physics, systems analysis, and with the business expertise of Wilfrid Laurier
Equations, Introduction to Mathematical design. With plenty of hands-on experience University, and earn two prestigious degrees
Biology, Calculus of Variations in biological and medical systems, you’ll in the time it takes to earn one co-op degree.
graduate ready to develop new technology You’ll graduate from one of Canada’s most
Biology, Economics, Engineering, Physics, for health care or athletics. technical business programs with analytical
Scientific Computation and problem-solving skills that will set you apart.
Introduction to Biomedical Design, Engineering
Researcher, software developer, analyst Biology, Anatomical Systems Modelling Financial Mathematics, Information Systems
Management, Introduction to Optimization
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING Neural Engineering, Sports Engineering
Securities trader, management analyst,
(E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only Research and development of medical corporate strategist
Build better buildings (and a bright career in devices, biomedical data analysis, product
the process). In Waterloo’s newest engineering design of sporting equipment C
program, you’ll cover the science of good building
design, including mechanics, building systems, BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES / FACULTY OF SCIENCE
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
structural analysis, and structural design – (M, Bachelor of Science) Regular system
(E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
and round it out with courses in aesthetics, of study only
Discover how to transform raw materials while
culture, and other design elements at our Paging future doctors – and dentists putting your creativity and problem solving to
world-class School of Architecture. and chiropractors and other health-care the test. You’ll learn to design, implement, and
Structural Design Studio, History of the Built professionals. This flexible program provides supervise the processes that transform
Environment, Architectural Graphics Studio, the foundation and experience required to fuel into energy, waste into resources, and
Electrical Circuits and Instrumentation succeed in virtually any professional health raw materials into useful products in almost
program in North America. Plus, it gives you any industry: biotechnology, pollution control,
Building Structures, Building Systems room to add a minor or pursue a variety of green fuels, power storage, and more.
Building design consultant, project personal interests to round out your degree. Materials Science and Engineering, Bioprocess
manager, designer, construction consultant Human Anatomy, Introductory Developmental Engineering, Process Analysis and Design
Biology and Embryology, Principles of Design and creation of pharmaceuticals,
Molecular Biology manufacturing of microelectronics, process
Dentist, optometrist, pharmacist, physician engineering of petrochemicals
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS | 33
LEGEND Only offered at the University of Waterloo Available online E = Entry-level program: apply directly through Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC)
CHEMISTRY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of

Science) Co-op available
COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available E
Fire up the Bunsen burners in one of Canada’s Get ready to solve industrial-sized problems.
top chemistry programs. You’ll learn from leading EARTH SCIENCES / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor
In one of the world’s top schools for math
experts in the industry, work with advanced of Science) Co-op available
and computer science, learn to analyze data
chemical instrumentation in our labs, and sets and formulae to better understand the world Launch a career that rocks. Explore the
participate in cutting-edge research. This around us. You’ll develop computer modelling world under your feet in close-knit classes
program is accredited by the Canadian skills to tackle mathematical problems found and through field experiences led by professors
Society for Chemistry and the Chemical in business, economics, engineering, finance, known internationally for their geological and
Institute of Canada. medicine, and science. water research. You’ll graduate ready to develop
Multi-Component Analysis, Structure and Data Structures and Data Management, meaningful environmental protection plans,
Bonding, Introductory Quantum Mechanics Logic and Computation, Computer Simulation predict natural disasters, advance health
Computational Chemistry, Bio-based of Complex Systems standards for water, and more.
Chemistry (Bio-based Chemistry is available Project manager, enterprise architect, Earth System Science, Petrography, Mineralogy
only in the regular stream of study) software developer Geology, Geophysics, Hydrogeology
Analytical chemist, chemistry patents
agent, forensic scientist COMPUTER ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING Hydrogeologist, geologist, geophysicist
CIVIL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING ECONOMICS / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
Why choose? Develop software savvy and Co-op available
(E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only hardware know-how. Build and test computer
Make the world your sandbox in Canada’s hardware and software in our state-of-the- From piggy banks to the World Bank, learn how
largest civil engineering program. Learn to art labs. You’ll work with everything from wealth is produced, distributed, and consumed –
design, construct, and manage the infrastructure smartphones to massive engineered systems and how it shapes society, politics, and culture.
we all depend on: bridges, highways, dams, in networked environments. Plus, gain You’ll cover the fundamentals of micro- and macro-
pollution-control facilities, and more. valuable work experience in Waterloo Region: economics and analyze how those principles play
Structure and Properties of Materials, a high-tech hub home to more than 1,500 out in a wide range of sectors, including finance,
Engineering and Sustainable Development, Civil technology companies. public policy, and international economics.
Engineering Systems and Project Management Systems Programming and Concurrency, Economics of Sport, Business Finance,
Transportation, Structures, Water Resources Computer Networks, Computational Intelligence Environmental Economics
Design and construction of roadways, Communications and Signal Processing Econometrics, Finance, Public Policy
buildings, urban transportation, and water Full stack software development, embedded Financial planner, marketing research
systems platform engineering, data analytics manager, economist, financial analyst,
international finance manager
CLASSICAL STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor COMPUTER SCIENCE / DAVID R. CHERITON SCHOOL OF COMPUTER
of Arts) Co-op available SCIENCE (E or M, Bachelor of Computer Science or ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
Delve into the roots of Western civilization. Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
Gain a deep understanding of history, culture,
Earn a degree that computes. At one of the Set yourself up for an electrifying future –
literature, religion, art, philosophy, and society
world’s best schools for computer science, explore electronic devices, control systems,
in ancient Greece and Rome – cultures that
you’ll develop a broad understanding in areas and digital systems in some of North America’s
continue to shape our thinking and our society
including systems and networks, algorithms, and best electrical engineering student labs.
today. Take advantage of study-abroad
software engineering. With 70+ computer science By mastering the design principles required
opportunities in the Mediterranean. Language
courses and loads of options and electives, you’ll to build the latest technologies in power,
courses are optional. Choose Classics or
have lots of freedom to explore your interests. information, and energy, you’ll open the
Classical Studies as your major (Classics
Questions? Email [email protected]. door to hundreds of possible careers!
includes learning Greek and Latin).
Greek Art and Architecture, Astrology and Designing Functional Programs, Data Semiconductor Physics and Devices, Power
Magic, Roman History Structures and Data Management, The Social Systems and Smart Grids, Electromagnetic
Implications of Computing Fields and Waves
Teacher, reference librarian, technical writer
Software developer, web developer, Communications and Signal Processing
COMBINATORICS AND OPTIMIZATION / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS business or risk modelling analyst
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available Autonomous vehicle control, renewable energy
COMPUTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT / SCHOOL OF development, sensor and actuator design
Master two of math’s most powerful techniques. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE AND DAVID R. CHERITON SCHOOL OF
Combinatorics focuses on finite structures, while COMPUTER SCIENCE (E, Bachelor of Computing and ENGLISH / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
optimization explores ways to make an operation Financial Management) Co-op only Co-op available
more efficient. Through courses in cryptography,
graph theory, and linear programming, you’ll Develop the know-how, networks, and Go way beyond emojis. Our 150+ undergraduate
learn how to apply these ideas to problems experience to land a career in computer courses give you all kinds of opportunity to explore
in areas ranging from security to scheduling science or finance – or both. Combine your the written word. Examine English literature,
to risk analysis. interdisciplinary studies with six co-op work terms language, and new media while honing your skills
in software development, banking, investments, as a communicator. Choose one of three majors:
Introduction to Combinatorics, Introduction risk management, or insurance to set yourself Literature; Literature and Rhetoric; or Rhetoric,
to Optimization, Coding Theory apart in a competitive marketplace. Questions? Media, and Professional Communication.
Developer, operations research analyst, Email [email protected].
Popular Potter, Game Studies, Global
cryptographer Object-Oriented Software Development, Shakespeare
Regression and Forecasting Methods in Finance,
Creative Writing, Digital Media Studies, Global
COMMUNICATION STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor Equity Investments
Literatures, Technical Writing
of Arts) Co-op available Software developer, quantitative analyst,
investment banking analyst Communications manager, media relations
In this exciting, highly interactive program,
specialist, technical writer, publisher, social
you’ll explore how our everyday forms of
communication create meaning and shape D media strategist
our perspective of the world. Through creative, ENVIRONMENT AND BUSINESS / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT
collaborative, and critical engagement, you’ll DATA SCIENCE / DAVID R. CHERITON SCHOOL OF COMPUTER (E, Bachelor of Environmental Studies) Co-op only
prepare for a career in public relations, SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of Computer Science or
broadcasting, teaching, or marketing. Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available Eco-warrior, meet business mogul. The only
program of its kind in Canada, this degree gives
Persuasion, Crisis Communication, Make sense of the tsunami of data produced by you in-depth knowledge of environmental issues
Digital Presentations business, scientific, and social activity. Develop and the business world. Cover everything from
Strategic planning officer, communications the foundation in computing systems, data stakeholder engagement and industrial ecology to
officer, digital media coordinator analytics, statistics, and machine learning you finance, project management, marketing, and more.
need to extract meaningful information from data. Then, put it all into practice in co-op work terms.
You’ll graduate with the skills to predict trends
and help governments and businesses make International Corporate Responsibility, Green
better decisions. Entrepreneurship, Business Finance
Computer Organization and Design, Sustainability analyst, environmental stewardship
Data Visualization, Data Structures and manager, environmental policy advisor
Data Management
Data scientist, statistician, business analyst
M = Major: subject of major interest, apply through an entry-level program Sample courses Specializations Career possibilities
ENVIRONMENT, RESOURCES AND SUSTAINABILITY /

FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT (E, Bachelor of G GERMAN / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
Co-op available
Environmental Studies) Co-op available Get an education that’s wunderbar. We offer
GENDER AND SOCIAL JUSTICE / FACULTY OF ARTS
Become a sustainability superhero. Use insights (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available way more than just German language courses.
from the natural, physical, and social sciences Explore German culture, film, literature, and
to help solve some of the world’s biggest Be an advocate for equity, justice, and linguistics, or add classes in Slavic languages
environmental challenges – from water scarcity positive change. Explore multi-layered like Russian and Croatian. You can even earn
to pollution to loss of biodiversity. Learn about marginalization and understand cultural credits studying in Germany. You’ll graduate
conserving and restoring ecosystems, and patterns of oppression based on attributes with valuable skills for careers in education,
explore issues in environmental politics, policy, such as gender, sexual orientation, race, business, and government.
and governance. and disability. Learn how you can contribute
to building just and inclusive communities. German through Comics, German for
Communities and Sustainability, Environmental Professional Purposes, German Filmmakers
and Sustainability Assessment, Ecosystem Gender and Social Justice in Popular Culture, in Hollywood
Assessment Waves of Feminist Thought, Global Queer Cinema
Editor and communications manager,
Terrestrial and wetland biologist, sustainability Counselling co-ordinator, social worker business analyst, sales manager
policy analyst, sustainable energy consultant
GEOGRAPHY AND AVIATION / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT GLOBAL BUSINESS AND DIGITAL ARTS / FACULTY OF ARTS
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING (E, Bachelor of Environmental Studies) (E, Bachelor of Global Business and Digital Arts)
(E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only Regular system of study only Regular system of study only
Save the planet with a degree from Canada’s Take to the skies with Canada’s largest Lead business into the future through the
largest environmental engineering program. university-level aviation program. You’ll earn a power of digital media. Explore cross-cultural
Combine the technical rigour of engineering with degree from one of the country’s top-ranked communication and management, digital design,
a broad education in chemistry, biology, geology, geography departments – plus your Commercial and emerging technologies. Spend your upper
and more. You’ll graduate ready to clean up Pilot Licence. Between the classroom and years at the Stratford School of Interaction
the world’s water, soil, and air pollution – and the cockpit, you’ll explore landforms, weather Design and Business, and enhance your
to prevent future environmental problems. patterns, Geographic Information Systems learning with a paid internship. Questions?
(GIS), and more. Email [email protected].
Air Quality Engineering, Environmental and
Sustainability Assessment, Environmental Modelling Global Environmental Systems, Introduction Introduction to Digital Media Design, Marketing
to Geographic Information Systems, Professional in the Digital World, Working in Teams, Project
Energy, Hydrology, Pollution Treatment Pilot Program Course
and Control Management
Pilot, first officer, flight training instructor User experience designer, social media
Product design for air pollution control
systems, process design for water treatment, manager, digital marketing specialist,
GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT / project manager
protection and revitalization of ecosystems FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT (E, Bachelor of
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE / FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Environmental Studies) Co-op available
H
(E, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available Make the world your classroom. Explore how
people shape our planet as you delve into Earth’s HEALTH STUDIES / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
Earn a science degree. Protect the Earth. physical and human systems and hone your
Ranked among the top 10 in Canada, this (E, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available
technical skills in environmental analysis. Learn
program gives you a scientist’s perspective It’s true: an ounce of prevention is worth a
about climate change, landforms, population
of ecological and geological systems. You’ll pound of cure. Learn how to promote healthy
growth, Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
graduate with the knowledge, creativity, and lifestyles and improve health-care systems by
and other key topics in one of Canada’s combining the science and social aspects of
expertise to create a more sustainable world. top-ranked geography programs. health. You’ll graduate ready to tackle global
Organismal and Evolutionary Ecology, Global Environmental Systems, Local epidemics, transform public health policy, and
Geomorphology and GIS Applications, Development in a Global Context, Earth’s more – or pursue further studies in medicine,
Applied Wetland Science Future Climates epidemiology, or nursing.
Ecology, Geoscience, Water Science Environmental stewardship coordinator, Canadian Health Systems; Development,
Geoscientist, ecologist, environmental sustainability consultant, teacher Aging, and Health; Environmental Toxicology
consultant and Public Health
GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING Gerontology, Health Informatics, Health
F (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only Research, Pre-Clinical
Put your future on solid ground – and help the Health professional (e.g., medical doctor,
FINE ARTS / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) world do the same. You’ll combine earth sciences nurse, epidemiologist, occupational therapist,
Co-op available with civil engineering to design smart foundations, midwife, genetic counsellor), research
Explore the power of visual communication. mitigate and reduce losses during natural coordinator, health informatics consultant
Develop a critical understanding of art through disasters, and contribute to sustainable resource
painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, development globally. Meanwhile, with a ton of HISTORY / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
computer imaging, art history, and film studies. field courses, you’ll spend more time outside the Co-op available
Choose Visual Culture or Studio Practice as classroom than in any other engineering program. Develop a world view that goes back centuries.
your major. Want more? Add the teaching Structural Geology, Applied Geophysics, With support from award-winning professors,
specialization to land a spot in teacher’s Rock Mechanics you’ll develop analytical skills and a knack for
college at Nipissing University. seeing patterns from the past that can make
Geology; Hydrogeology; Soil, Rock and
sense of the present and influence the future.
History of Film and Visual Media, Structures
Focus on Canadian, American, European,
Observational Drawing, Digital Imaging Design of terrain sensors, hazard assessment or international history. You can even take
Teaching Preparation, Intensive Studio, of landslides and earthquakes, surface and a portion of your degree in China!
Digital Art subsurface infrastructure Rock ‘n’ Roll and US History, Russia: From
3D visual effects artist, illustrator, teacher, web Tsars to Putin, Indigenous Histories of Canada
designer, curator, interior designer, art therapist GEOMATICS / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT (E, Bachelor
of Environmental Studies) Co-op available Applied History; Global Interactions;
International Relations; Revolution, War,
FRENCH / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) Geotag, you’re it! Tap into Waterloo’s and Upheaval
Co-op available world-class computer science expertise when
you join this fast-growing field that combines Government affairs manager, executive
Chez Waterloo, les possibilités sont infinies. researcher, lawyer, director of government
A French degree gives you a valuable edge the power of computing with geographic and
environmental analysis. Learn to use tools relations
in almost any field. Include a year of study
in Québec or France, or live on the French- such as remote sensing, computer mapping,
language residence floor on campus. And if GPS, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
you choose our French Teaching Specialization, to analyze data and make meaningful decisions.
you’ll guarantee yourself a spot in teacher’s Earth from Space Using Remote Sensing,
college at Nipissing University. Geodesy and Surveying, Geoweb and
Introduction to Translation, Business French, Location-based Services
Children’s Literature in French Data analyst, GIS operator, remote
Professional French, French Teaching sensing specialist
Director of international sales, immigration
officer, translator, teacher
HONOURS ARTS / FACULTY OF ARTS (E, Bachelor of Arts)

Co-op available
K LIFE SCIENCES / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (E, Bachelor
of Science) Co-op available for some majors
Pursue your passions. Shape your future. Explore KINESIOLOGY / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES If you want to study the science of living things,
a variety of subjects, or immerse yourself in one of (E, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available this is your starting point. Apply to this entry
28 Arts majors. Choose to add co-op and get up program to study these majors (M) starting in
to 20 months of paid work experience before you Make a smart play: study the science of human first year: Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical
graduate. Refer to your specific major of interest movement. In this multidisciplinary program, Sciences, or Psychology. Refer to your major
(M) for more details. Also offered at St. Jerome’s you’ll gain hands-on skills in preventing, of interest (M) for details.
University and Renison University College, smaller assessing, and treating movement-related
academic communities on Waterloo’s campus. illness and injury (and study anatomy on
real human cadavers!). Choose from four M
HONOURS ARTS AND BUSINESS / FACULTY OF ARTS specializations to prepare for professional
programs in medicine, chiropractic, or MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
(E, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
physiotherapy. (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
Combine valuable business studies with one of
Human Anatomy: Limbs and Trunk, Be the one who always knows the best path
28 Arts majors. Opt for co-op and gain nearly two
years of paid work experience. Refer to your major Fundamentals of Neuroscience, forward. You’ll study industrial engineering
of interest (M) for details. After applying, you may Musculoskeletal Injuries in Work and Sport principles, advanced data analytics,
co-register with St. Jerome’s University or Renison Ergonomics and Injury Prevention, mathematical modelling, and computer
University College, smaller academic communities Human Nutrition, Medical Physiology, programming to optimize processes in any
on Waterloo’s campus. Rehabilitation Sciences organization. You’ll become an invaluable asset
to employers, solving complex technical and
Health professional (e.g., medical doctor,
HONOURS SCIENCE / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (E, Bachelor management problems in a variety of industries.
physical therapist, occupational therapist,
of Science) Regular system of study only athletic therapist, kinesiologist, chiropractor), Data Mining, Supply Chain Management,
Deciding is difficult. If you’re still exploring which ergonomist, rehabilitation specialist Human-Computer Interaction
sciences intrigue you the most, Honours Science Data scientist, business intelligence analyst,
is a brilliant choice. You’ll have the flexibility to KNOWLEDGE INTEGRATION / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT technical product manager
take the courses you want or handpick the ones (E, Bachelor of Knowledge Integration)
you need, which is convenient if you plan to apply Regular system of study only MATERIALS AND NANOSCIENCES / FACULTY OF SCIENCE
to a professional school with prerequisite course Pursue all your passions. More than a mix of (M, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available  
requirements. arts and science, this program is built around a Tiny subject matter. Huge opportunities.
Fundamentals of Microbiology, Modern Physics, core set of skills that equip you to understand Discover how to manipulate individual atoms
Geochemistry and solve tough problems, communicate and molecules, applying chemistry and physics
Physician, optometrist, pharmacist, genetic effectively, and make a difference in a complex at the nanoscale. There’s no better place
counsellor, teacher and changing world. Choose a traditional
to learn than in Canada’s Quantum Valley.
specialization or create one that is uniquely yours.
You’ll graduate with the tools and knowledge
I Collaboration, Design Thinking, and Problem
Solving; Nature of Scientific Knowledge;
to work at the forefront of innovation, in fields
like renewable energy and nanomedicine.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT / FACULTY Creative Thinking
Materials and Nanosciences in the
OF MATHEMATICS (M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Collaborative Design; Science, Technology, Modern World, Chemistry and the Solid
Co-op available and Society State, Biomaterials
Become fluent in IT talk and business jargon. Business analyst, design strategist, user Materials scientist, nanotechnologist,
Combine computer science studies in systems experience researcher, lawyer, physician materials process specialist
analysis, e-business, and networks with business
courses such as marketing, project management, L MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS
and statistics. You’ll graduate with the ability to (M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available
apply IT solutions to business processes and bridge LEGAL STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
the gap between CEO and computer specialist. Do the math that underpins economies.
Co-op available Learn about the mathematical models
Management Information Systems, Judge the impact of the legal system (no gavels that drive economic theory and how to use
Electronic Business, Computer Applications required). Explore the law and courts from the differential calculus, differential equations, and
in Business: Databases viewpoint of political science, history, sociology, mathematical optimization to understand and
Business systems analyst, web developer, philosophy, and peace and conflict studies. predict economic behaviour. You’ll graduate
database administrator Because law touches almost every aspect ready for a career with banks, government, or
of society, this degree is great preparation industry, or for a master’s or doctoral program.
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT for a career in government, business, law
(E, Bachelor of Environmental Studies) enforcement, or the law itself. Microeconomic Theory, Macroeconomic
Regular system of study only Theory, Differential Equations for Business
Criminology, Women and the Law, Children’s and Economics
Get the toolkit you need to build a better world. Rights in Canada
Tackle issues of economic inequality, social Business analyst, econometrician, consultant
Legal assistant, records clerk, executive
injustice, and environmental change, and researcher, probation and parole officer, lawyer
apply your skills on an eight-month overseas MATHEMATICAL FINANCE / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS
placement. You’ll graduate knowing how to (M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available
LIBERAL STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
design development projects that are ethical, Co-op available Study equations that include dollar signs, and
environmentally sustainable, culturally responsible, join other elite math students in one of the
and evidence-based. Who says you can’t have it all? With Liberal
Studies, explore different subjects in the world’s most advanced undergrad finance
Problem-Solving for Development, Global Cities humanities, social sciences, languages and programs. You’ll explore the math behind
in Global Development, Introduction to Social cultures, and fine and performing arts – plus financial markets, study corporate finance,
Entrepreneurship courses you’d like to take from some of quantitative risk management, statistical
Not-for-profit program manager, international Waterloo’s other faculties. forecasting, and more – everything you need
partnership manager, grant officer for a high-flying career in banking and finance.
Introduction to Microeconomics, Conflict
Resolution, Basic Human Resources Introduction to Investments, Forecasting,
Management, Introduction to Legal Studies Real Analysis
Publisher, digital marketing specialist, teacher, Controller, compliance analyst, investment
human resources manager, library technician policy analyst
LIFE PHYSICS / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of

Rocket science, meet medical science. Prepare
for professions such as radiation oncology and
medical imaging that harness the power of
physics. This flexible, interdisciplinary program
gives you a solid foundation in physics, chemistry,
and biology, with plenty of hands-on labs and
opportunities to get involved in research.
Geometrical and Physical Optics, Modelling Life
Physics, Molecular and Cellular Biophysics
Biophysics, Medical Physics
36 | UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO Medical physicist, physician, biophysicist
MATHEMATICAL OPTIMIZATION / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION / FACULTY OF MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available MATHEMATICS (E, Bachelor of Mathematics) (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
Find solutions to resource scarcity issues, Co-op available Build the next generation of “smart” machines,
from streamlining sports team schedules to It’s a simple equation: math + business = emergency response drones, and driverless
making factories more efficient. You’ll study career success. Build your degree with courses cars. You’ll combine mechanical, electrical,
mathematical modelling in your optimization, from two prestigious institutions: math courses computer, and software engineering to develop
probability, statistics, and computer science from Waterloo’s Faculty of Mathematics and robots, intelligent vehicles, and more. With co-op
courses and hone your skills with case studies. business courses from nearby Wilfrid Laurier and labs starting in first year, you’ll gain lots
Then round out your degree with business, University. You’ll graduate with the technical of experience creating sophisticated electro-
economics, and management science. expertise and analytical know-how to thrive mechanical devices.
Introduction to Computational Mathematics, in the world of business. Sensors and Instrumentation, Microprocessors
Computer Simulation of Complex Systems, Corporate Finance, Introduction to Managerial and Digital Logic, Structure and Properties
Portfolio Optimization Models Accounting, Organizational Behaviour of Materials
Business, Operations Research Operations manager, risk modelling analyst, Manufacturing and programming of robotic
Business analyst, information technology investor relations specialist devices, design of biomedical instruments,
architect, risk analyst design and creation of wearable technology
MATHEMATICS/CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL
ACCOUNTANCY / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS AND SCHOOL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE
MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS (M, Bachelor of Science) Co-op only
(M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE (E, Bachelor of Mathematics)
Co-op only Explore the exciting science of drug discovery.
Master advanced math to decode everything You’ll take courses in computer-aided drug
from the cosmos to quantum computing. You’ll Really understand the numbers. In this one-
of-a-kind program, you’ll earn a Bachelor design and gain valuable work experience in
study high-level math and physics at Canada’s places like pharmaceutical companies and
only faculty of mathematics and one of Canada’s of Mathematics as you prepare for a career
as a Chartered Professional Accountant hospitals. By graduation, you’ll understand how
most innovative departments of physics. Then to design, synthesize, and evaluate potential
choose a career in the semiconductor industry, (CPA). You’ll acquire a strong background in
the mathematical field of your choice, along medications – ready to create the life-saving
telecommunications, or medical technology – treatments of tomorrow.
or go on to graduate studies. with equally focused studies in accounting,
economics, and business. Chemical Kinetics, Transition Element
Waves, Electricity and Magnetism; Introduction Compounds and Inorganic Materials,
to Theoretical Mechanics; Quantum Theory Introduction to Financial Accounting, Cost
Management Systems, Corporate Finance Fundamentals of Metabolism
Operations specialist, information technology Medicinal chemist, research chemist,
architect, software modeler Accountant, controller, auditor
synthetic chemist
MATHEMATICS/FINANCIAL ANALYSIS AND RISK
MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS / FACULTY OF SCIENCE MEDIEVAL STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor
MANAGEMENT / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS (E, Bachelor
(M, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available of Mathematics) Co-op available of Arts) Co-op available
Dig deeper into physics with a serious helping Crunch numbers, calculate odds, and create Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages – minus
of math. Take advantage of Canada’s only career success in this challenging program – the dysentery – in Canada’s longest-standing
faculty of mathematics and one of Canada’s one of just a few across Canada recognized Medieval Studies program. By concentrating
most innovative departments of physics to by the CFA Institute and PRMIA. You’ll combine on this crucial era in Western civilization, you’ll
explore both subjects in depth. It’s great mathematics with finance, accounting, gain insights into European politics, modern
grounding for careers involving anything economics, and risk management. Specialize in gender norms, the connections between Islam
from the theoretical foundations of quantum chartered financial analysis or risk management, and Christianity, and more. (You can even study
technology to the nature of the universe. and graduate ready for your professional exams. abroad in a castle!)
Differential Equations for Physics and Computational Methods in Business and Crusading in the Middle Ages, Medieval
Chemistry, Quantum Theory, Classical Finance, Applied Linear Models and Process Society, The History of Islamic Civilization
Mechanics and Special Relativity Improvement for Business, Commercial and Professional writer, librarian, historical site
Theoretical physicist, data scientist, Business Law for Mathematics Students manager, teacher
quantitative analyst Financial analyst, risk analyst, investment
analyst MUSIC / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts)
MATHEMATICAL STUDIES / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS Co-op available
(M, Bachelor of Science) MATHEMATICS/TEACHING / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS Explore Beethoven to Bieber, solos to software.
Choose your own adventure! You’re looking (M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op only Learn about the importance of music in today’s
for a degree that covers the full spectrum of Inspire the next generation as a high school world through theory, composition, performance,
math. We’re one of the world’s top centres for math teacher. Combine your math, statistics, and history. Combine your passion for music with
math and computer science. Together, we’re and computer science courses with eight months other interests by taking courses that address
a logical match! Waterloo’s most flexible math of classroom experience – more than any other the vital intersection of music and technology,
program allows you to study algebra, calculus, Bachelor of Education preparatory program film, global culture, and psychology.
combinatorics, computer science, number in Canada – before you apply to teachers’ Music Cognition, Introduction to Jazz,
theory, statistics, and more. college. Want to do some of your learning Soundtracks: Music in Film
Mathematical Discovery and Invention, overseas? Opt for our four-month Math in Church Music and Worship, Music in Global
Introduction to Mathematical Biology, Europe program. Context, Music and Peace
Coding Theory Introduction to Mathematics Education, Teacher, performer, associate pastor of music,
Software or database specialist, banking Educational Psychology, Mathematical music store owner, recording studio owner
executive, public service analyst Discovery and Invention
MATHEMATICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS

Teacher, online learning consultant,
instructional media developer
N
(E, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available
NANOTECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
Earn a degree that counts! Apply to Mathematics MECHANICAL ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
to study any of the following math majors (M): (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
Design solutions measured in billionths of a metre
Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Put your career in gear. This program gives
in Canada’s only undergraduate nanotechnology
Biostatistics, Combinatorics and Optimization, you a broad foundation in all aspects of
engineering program. Combining engineering
Computational Mathematics, Data Science, mechanical design – and lots of opportunities
principles with ideas from chemistry, electronics,
Mathematical Economics, Mathematical Finance, to get your hands dirty in our well-equipped
quantum physics, and biology, you’ll create
Mathematical Optimization, Mathematical labs. You’ll study factors like the environment,
the tiny technologies that are revolutionizing
Physics, Mathematical Studies, Mathematics/ safety, manufacturing, and materials, so
everything from smartphones to food processing
Teaching, Pure Mathematics, and Statistics. you’ll graduate with the knowledge to design
to cancer treatment.
everything from switches to spacecrafts.
Nanotoxicology, Nanoelectronics, Structure
Aerodynamics, Industrial Metallurgy,
and Properties of Nanomaterials
Electromechanical Devices and Power
Processing, Heat Transfer Nanomedicine, nano-engineered materials,
research and manufacturing of integrated
Design of aerospace accessories,
circuits, financial technology
manufacturing of wind turbines, research
and development in automotive technologies
O PHYSICS / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of Science)

Co-op available
PSYCHOLOGY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (M, Bachelor of
OPTOMETRY / SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY AND VISION Become the next Einstein (wild hair optional). Major in the science of the human mind.
SCIENCE (Doctor of Optometry) Regular system Understand how the universe works: from Investigate areas like neuroscience, cognition,
of study only quantum particles and exotic states of matter as well as clinical, developmental, and social
to curved space-time and black holes. In one psychology in one of North America’s top
Set your sights on a career in vision health. of Canada’s largest and most comprehensive psychology departments. You’ll delve into
After three years in an accredited Bachelor of physics programs, prepare for graduate studies research methods and data analysis – great
Science program, you can apply to Canada’s or a wide range of careers requiring advanced preparation for further studies in medicine,
only English-language Doctor of Optometry problem-solving skills. speech pathology, or other health fields.
program. Learn about ocular health and
disease, optics, and vision, while applying Modern Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Psychopathology, Advanced Data Analysis,
your knowledge in clinical settings. Questions? Computational Physics Developmental Psychology
Email [email protected]. Physicist, research and development scientist, Neuroscientist, child psychologist, psychiatrist
Diseases of the Eye, Practice Management, analyst, teacher
Neurophysiology of Vision PUBLIC HEALTH / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (E, Bachelor of Public Health) Co-op available
Registered optometrist; careers in private (M, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available
practice, academia, and industry Study with Canada’s leading public health
Aim for a career with astronomical possibilities. professors. Discover how understanding social,
P Learn from award-winning professors who
are studying some of the most fascinating
cultural, political, and geographical factors
can help us tackle smoking, obesity, infectious
phenomena in the universe: black holes, the diseases, and more. Aiming for grad school?
PEACE AND CONFLICT STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS Big Bang, dark matter, and more. It’s perfect Get a head start by applying for an accelerated
(M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
preparation for careers in optics and space master’s degree in your third year.
Choose a degree that can change the world. science or for graduate studies in topics such Social Determinants of Health, Principles
Develop diverse approaches to understanding as astrophysics and gravitation. of Public and Population Health, Public
conflict and promoting peace through Canada’s
Introduction to the Universe, Thermal Health Nutrition
first peace studies program. Discover how
Physics, Galaxies Gerontology, Health Informatics,
to transform conflict’s violent potential into
a creative force for positive change. Gain Astronomer, aerospace scientist, remote Health Research
experience through an internship locally sensing scientist Community relations officer, public health
or in a former conflict zone abroad. planner, policy developer
PLANNING / FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENT (E, Bachelor
Human Rights, Peace, and Business;
of Environmental Studies) Co-op only PURE MATHEMATICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS
Conflict Resolution; Restorative Justice;
Gender in War and Peace Want a career with impact? We’ve got the plan. (M, Bachelor of Mathematics) Co-op available
Tackle the environmental and social challenges Go way beyond basic arithmetic. Pure
Community development officer, international
facing our urban and rural areas. Learn about mathematics studies the boundary of math
development specialist, social services worker,
sustainable planning practices, designing and pure reason, exploring the “how” and
policy advisor, mediation consultant, lawyer
effective transit systems, protecting natural “why” of math. You’ll cover the spectrum of
PHARMACY / SCHOOL OF PHARMACY (Doctor of areas, and more. You’ll graduate ready to mathematics – including algebra, number theory,
Pharmacy) Co-op only help communities create a healthy, prosperous, analysis, geometry, and logic – and gain valuable
and sustainable future. problem-solving skills that can be applied in your
A prescription for career success! After two years
in a Bachelor of Science or other approved post- Social Concepts in Planning, Transportation career or graduate school.
secondary program, you can apply to Canada’s Planning and Analysis, Urban Planning Design Fields and Galois Theory, Applied Complex
only co-op Pharmacy program. Enhance your and the Environment Analysis, Differential Geometry
classroom learning with paid work terms and Decision Support and Geographic Information Mathematical Finance, Mathematics/Teaching
clinical rotations, developing skills in community Systems, Environmental Planning and
Management, Land Development Planning, Data scientist, operations analyst, research
practice, hospitals, or family health teams.
Urban Design and academia
Questions? Email [email protected].
Integrated Patient Focused Care,
Professional Practice, Medical Microbiology
Environmental planner, land use planner,
urban designer, transit planner
R
Registered pharmacist; work in community RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES / FACULTY OF
POLITICAL SCIENCE / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor
practice, hospitals, and family health teams APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (E or M, Bachelor of Arts)
of Arts) Co-op available
Co-op available
PHILOSOPHY / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) Let’s get political! Explore political theory, power,
Co-op available global politics, and governance in one of the It’s about more than fun and games. Really.
world’s top 200 politics and international studies In one of North America’s top-rated leisure
Confront some of life’s biggest questions. departments, discover how to plan, manage,
Study ancient texts and modern thinking programs. Learn how to navigate (and shape) the
political terrain and develop the critical-thinking and deliver well-designed recreation programs
on topics ranging from the nature of the that enhance the well-being of individuals
human mind to emerging issues in science and creative problem-solving skills to land a job
in advocacy, politics, or public service. and communities. Gain industry-related
and technology. Learn to analyze other experience in your courses, through co-op,
people’s arguments and improve your own. Globalization, International Business, and and in a 105-hour practicum.
You’ll develop the critical-thinking skills Development; Topics in Politics and Business;
valued in public policy, industry, and beyond. Global Environmental Governance Program Management and Evaluation;
Play, Creativity, and Child Development;
Foundations of Ethics, Probability and Politics and Business, Global Governance, Leisure and Social Justice
Decision Making, Philosophy of Mind Canadian Politics, International Relations
Event Management, Tourism
Lawyer, public policy analyst, ethicist, Civil servant, director of global programs,
corporate archivist project manager, senior consultant Community recreation programmer,
program and support services manager,
PHYSICAL SCIENCES / FACULTY OF SCIENCE (E, Bachelor PSYCHOLOGY / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) recreation manager
of Science) Co-op available for all majors Co-op available
Investigate what makes the physical world Get inside people’s heads. Explore the intricacies
tick. Apply to this entry program to study these of the brain in this internationally renowned
majors (M) starting in first year: Chemistry, program, consistently ranked among the best in
Earth Sciences, Life Physics, Materials and Canada. You’ll examine human behaviour through
Nanosciences, Mathematical Physics, Medicinal a variety of perspectives, including neuroscience;
Chemistry, Physics, or Physics and Astronomy. cognition; and clinical, developmental, industrial/
Refer to your major of interest for details. organizational, and social psychology – great
preparation for further studies in speech and
language, counselling, and marketing.
Learning Disabilities, Basic Research
Methods, Human Neuropsychology
Mental health worker, research
and development manager, human
resources manager
RECREATION AND SPORT BUSINESS / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS STATISTICS / FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS (M, Bachelor
SCIENCES (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available (E or M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available of Mathematics) Co-op available
You love sports. So make it your career with this through Honours Arts or Honours Arts Earn a degree that’s highly significant at
unique degree. Gain a solid understanding of and Business one of the world’s top centres for statistics.
recreation and build the business expertise you Solve social issues at the local, national, and Learn about research methods and statistical
need to excel in different aspects of the sports global level. Find your voice through the study applications to help engineers develop better
industry – including marketing, communications, of psychology, sociology, social development, AI technologies, researchers evaluate medical
HR, and finance. Learn from experts during your and social work in this program. Focus your treatments, governments shape effective
classes, co-op, a 105-hour practicum, or our studies by adding one of five specializations policies, and more. In today’s data-driven
exchange program with Walt Disney World Resort. and gain hands-on experience for your future world, these are skills in high demand!
Principles of High Performance Organizations career. Apply through Renison to begin this Applied Probability, Sampling and
in Recreation and Sport, Advanced Program major in first year. Experimental Design, Applied Linear Models
Evaluation in Leisure Services, Mobilizing Changing Concepts of Childhood, Social Biostatistician, business intelligence
Resources for Recreation and Sport Delivery Work with Families, Positive Psychology specialist, software quality analyst
Event Management, Tourism Cultural Diversity, Education, Individual
Recreation and events director, marketing Well-being and Development, Social Policy SYSTEMS DESIGN ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
manager, sport programming manager and Social Action, Social Work (E, Bachelor of Applied Science) Co-op only
Child protection worker, teacher, social Take a creative, interdisciplinary approach
RELIGIOUS STUDIES / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor policy developer, human resources manager to solving engineering problems. This flexible
of Arts) Co-op available program features design courses, labs, and
Explore the fundamental beliefs that bind us – SOCIAL WORK / RENISON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE (Bachelor team-based learning that focus on the big
and divide us. Discover the world’s great religions of Social Work) Regular system of study only picture. You’ll develop skills from multiple
through more than 100 undergraduate courses engineering fields, graduating ready to
Have a hunger to help others? Prepare for
covering Western and Eastern religions, the tackle challenges that lie at the interface of
a rewarding career while splitting your time
history of Christianity, biblical studies, theology, society, technology, and the environment.
between the classroom and in-field placements.
ethics, sociology, and the arts. Round off your This program is only available to students with Human Factors in Design, Systems Models,
degree with an optional four-month trek visiting an undergraduate degree. For a strong Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning
holy sites across India. foundation, consider enrolling in Social Complex systems analyst, physical and
Religion in Popular Film, Sacred Beauty: Development Studies first. Questions? Email digital device designer, product manager
Religion and the Arts, Love and Friendship [email protected].
Clinical therapist, interfaith chaplain, Diversity and Empowerment, Mental Health and T
international development agency director Addiction Issues, Social Work with Older Adults
Social worker, mental health clinician, THEATRE AND PERFORMANCE / FACULTY OF ARTS
S counsellor, therapist (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
All the world’s a stage. Find your place on it
SCIENCE AND AVIATION / FACULTY OF SCIENCE SOCIOLOGY / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) in one of Canada’s most performance-intensive
(E, Bachelor of Science) Regular system Co-op available drama programs. Write theatre reviews, study
of study only Get ready to wrestle with pressing questions, stage direction, and reinvent theatre for today.
like how might we improve health care, criminal Focus your studies in acting, directing, technical
Is your head in the clouds? Earn a Bachelor
justice, the economy, and our relationships to theatre, or theory; then hone your skills in
of Science degree and your Commercial Pilot
one another. Explore topics such as age, class, student-led productions each term. You’ll
Licence through the largest university aviation
ethnicity, religion, gender, social inequality graduate with a rich portfolio!
program in Canada. Customize your studies
to include courses from a range of scientific and more. When you graduate, apply your Stage Management, Approaches to Directing,
disciplines, such as physics or earth sciences. research and data analysis skills in government, Collaborative Creation
Whichever courses you choose, you’ll graduate health, policy and research, law, academia
Set designer, actor, floor director, stage
with more than 200 flight hours. or non-profit organizations.
manager, general manager
Earth from Space Using Remote Sensing, Terrorism, Games and Gamers, Organized Crime
Physical Climatology, Human Factors in Aviation Youth justice advocate, justice policy analyst, THERAPEUTIC RECREATION / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH
research associate, ESL teacher SCIENCES (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
Pilot, flight training instructor, aerial surveyor
Help people get more out of life. You’ll learn
SCIENCE AND BUSINESS / FACULTY OF SCIENCE SOFTWARE ENGINEERING / FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND how to enhance quality of life by improving
(E, Bachelor of Science) Co-op available FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS (E, Bachelor of Software physical and mental health through recreation
Engineering) Co-op only programs that foster inclusivity and strengthen
Become a scientist with solid business skills or a
Today, even your fridge is full of software. the cultural fabric of a community. Combine
business professional who speaks the language
Learn to create complex programs using practical courses with hands-on experience
of science. This unique program provides a
math, engineering, and computer science. through co-op, volunteer placements, and
strong foundation in science, along with courses
You’ll develop the skills to analyze software a required 560-hour internship in fourth year.
in accounting, economics, marketing, computing,
statistics, and human resources. architecture, apply algorithms, design human- Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation
computer interfaces, and lead major projects. Practice, Therapeutic Recreation Facilitation
Business Law, Entrepreneurship and the
Programming Principles, Logic and Computation, Techniques, Therapeutic Recreation:
Creative Workplace, General Chemistry
Machine Learning, Computational Vision Physical Disabilities
Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology
Design of operating systems, development Event Management, Tourism
Medical information specialist, biotechnology of security systems, analysis and maintenance Recreation therapist, elder life specialist,
accounts manager, project manager, of web applications occupational therapist
program analyst
SPANISH / FACULTY OF ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) TOURISM DEVELOPMENT / FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH
SEXUALITY, MARRIAGE, AND FAMILY STUDIES / FACULTY OF Co-op available SCIENCES (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
ARTS (M, Bachelor of Arts) Co-op available
Say hola to an in-depth understanding of the Want a career in tourism – the world’s largest
Get ready to talk relationships. The only one of Hispanic world. Explore the richness of Hispanic industry? This is your boarding call. Learn how
its kind in Canada, this program goes far beyond literature and culture while learning one of to plan and develop tourism experiences in
basic anatomical knowledge and sexual health. the world’s most popular languages. Take environmentally and culturally sensitive ways.
Drawing upon critical, anti-oppressive, and advantage of our exchanges to Spain or Latin Hone those skills in a 105-hour practicum, or take
social justice approaches, you’ll study the latest America, and consider adding a Diploma in your learning off-campus with a study-abroad
research and theory in sexuality, families, and Spanish-English Translation – one of only two term at Walt Disney World Resort.
relationships and how they apply to everyday life. such diplomas in Canada.
Outdoor Recreation Resources Management,
Communication and Counselling Skills, Dynamics Poetry of the Tango, Introduction to Spanish Tourism Analysis, Event Management
of Dating, Sexuality and Popular Culture Business Translation, The Hispanic World
Event Management, Tourism
Counselling, Human Services Practicum, Through Literature and the Arts
Intensive Research Festival and events coordinator, policy
Spanish/English Translation
researcher, director of parks and recreation
Sexual health educator, youth support Librarian, marketing manager, senior
worker, mediator, social worker, couples manager, translator
and family therapist
ONTARIO ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS 2021
NOTES
AIF: Admission Information Form -
submit to tell us who you are outside
of academics
Admission averages depend on the number of applications we receive and the
† Choose your major
number of spaces available. The ranges listed below are based on previous years.
* Grade 12 U unless otherwise
Visit our website for the most up-to-date 2021 admissions information. specified. Minimum requirements:
six Grade 12 U or M courses,
including all required courses.
uwaterloo.ca/future/admissions
PROGRAM/MINIMUM ADMISSION AVERAGE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED COURSES*

APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%), Biology (min. 70%), Chemistry (min. 70%),
Health Studies Low 80s regular, mid-80s co-op.
any Grade 12 U Mathematics (min. 70%)
Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%), Advanced Functions (min. 70%),

Kinesiology Low 80s regular, mid-80s co-op.
Chemistry (min. 70%), one of Biology (min. 70%) or Physics (min. 70%)
Public Health Low 80s regular, mid-80s co-op. Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%), any Grade 12 U Mathematics (min. 70%)
Recreation and Leisure Studies† Low 80s.

Majors: Recreation and Leisure Studies, Recreation and Sport Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%)
Business, Therapeutic Recreation, Tourism Development.

ARTS
Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%),

Accounting and Financial Management Mid-80s. Accounting and Financial
Advanced Functions (min. 75%),
Management Admissions Assessment (AFMAA) interview and trait assessment required.
Calculus and Vectors (min. 75%)
Global Business and Digital Arts Low 80s. Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%)
Honours Arts† (Waterloo, St. Jerome’s, Renison), Honours Arts and Business†,
Social Development Studies (Renison) Low 80s. Majors: Anthropology; Classical Studies;
Communication Studies; Economics; English; Fine Arts; French; Gender and Social Justice;
German; History; Legal Studies; Liberal Studies; Medieval Studies; Music; Peace and Conflict Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%)
Studies; Philosophy; Political Science; Psychology; Religious Studies; Sexuality, Marriage, and
Family Studies; Social Development Studies; Sociology; Spanish; Theatre and Performance. After
applying to Honours Arts and Business, you may co-register through St. Jerome’s or Renison.

MANAGEMENT
FINANCIAL
AND
COMPUTING
Computing and Financial Management Low to mid-90s. Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%), Advanced Functions,
AIF required. Calculus and Vectors, one other Grade 12 U course
PROGRAM/MINIMUM ADMISSION AVERAGE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

ENGINEERING
REQUIRED COURSES*
**FOR ALL ENGINEERING PROGRAMS: AIF REQUIRED**
Architecture Mid-80s. AIF required. Qualified applicants will be invited English (ENG4U – min. 75%), Advanced Functions (min.
to complete an English précis-writing exercise and to submit a portfolio. 70%), Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%), Physics (min. 70%)
Architectural, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Geological, Management,

Nanotechnology Mid-to high 80s. Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Advanced Functions (min. 70%), Calculus
Systems Design High 80s to low 90s. Biomedical Low to mid-90s. AIF required. and Vectors (min. 70%), Chemistry (min. 70%),
Online video interview required for Faculty scholarships and strongly recommended English (ENG4U – min. 70%), Physics (min. 70%)
for admission to all programs. Individual selection may vary.
PROGRAMS REQUIRING
PREVIOUS UNIVERSITY STUDY
Optometry Minimum overall university
average of 75%. See School of Optometry
and Vision Science website for required
courses. Completion of at least three full
PROGRAM/MINIMUM ADMISSION AVERAGE/
ENGINEERING
SOFTWARE
REQUIRED COURSES* years of university-level science with specific

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS course requirements, Optometry Admission
Test (OAT), Admission Information Form (AIF),
Software Engineering Low to mid-90s. AIF required. online assessment of personal characteristics
Experience developing well-structured modular Advanced Functions (min. 70%), (CASPer), interview, and optometrist and
programs is required. Online video interview is Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%), character references.
required for Faculty scholarships and strongly Chemistry (min. 70%), English
recommended for admission. Individual selection (ENG4U – min. 70%), Physics (min. 70%) Pharmacy Minimum overall university
may vary. average of 75%. See School of Pharmacy
website for required courses. High school
students may qualify for Conditional
ENVIRONMENT
Admission to Pharmacy (CAP) status.

Completion of at least two years of university
Environment and Business; Environment, Resources or post-secondary studies with specific
and Sustainability; Geography and Environmental Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%) course requirements, Admission Information
Management; International Development Low 80s. Form (AIF), reference, online assessment of
Geography and Aviation Low 80s. Program personal characteristics (CASPer), interview,
English (ENG4U – min. 70%), any and Fundamental Skills Assessment (FSA).
Briefing Session and Transport Canada Category 1
Grade 12 U Mathematics (min. 70%)
Medical Certification required.
Social Work Minimum 70% average in
Any Grade 12 U English (min. 70%), university studies. This program is offered
Geomatics Low 80s. any Grade 12 U Mathematics through Renison University College. Three-
(min. 70%) or four-year Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent)
with a minimum of six units in the social
Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%), sciences, including 10 prerequisite courses
Knowledge Integration Low 80s. any Grade 12 U Science (min. 75%), from the Renison curriculum or equivalents.
any Grade 12 U Mathematics (min. 75%) Required courses and other admission
details are available online.
Planning Low 80s. Any Grade 12 U English (min. 75%)
PROGRAM/MINIMUM ADMISSION AVERAGE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

MATHEMATICS
**FOR ALL MATHEMATICS PROGRAMS: AIF REQUIRED** PARTICIPATION IN THE EUCLID AND CANADIAN REQUIRED COURSES*
SENIOR MATHEMATICS CONTESTS IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. INDIVIDUAL SELECTION MAY VARY.
Business Administration (Laurier) and Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree Mid-90s.
Business Administration (Laurier) and Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree

Mathematics/Teaching Low 90s.
Computer Science† Low to mid-90s. Majors: Computer Science, Data Science.
Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy High 80s. Advanced Functions, Calculus

and Vectors, any Grade 12 U English,
Mathematics† High 80s. Majors: Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Biostatistics, one other Grade 12 U course
Combinatorics and Optimization, Computational Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematical
Economics, Mathematical Finance, Mathematical Optimization, Mathematical Physics,
Mathematical Studies, Mathematics/Teaching, Pure Mathematics, Statistics.
Mathematics/Business Administration† High 80s. Major: Information Technology Management.
Mathematics/Financial Analysis and Risk Management High 80s.

SCIENCE
Biotechnology/Chartered Professional Accountancy Low 90s.
Environmental Science Low 80s.
Honours Science Low 80s.

English (ENG4U – min. 70%), Advanced
Life Sciences† Low 80s. Majors: Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Psychology. Functions (min. 70%), Calculus and
Vectors (min. 70%); any two of the
Physical Sciences† Low 80s. Majors: Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Life Physics, Materials and following: Biology, Chemistry, Earth
Nanosciences, Mathematical Physics, Medicinal Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Astronomy. and Space Science, Mathematics
of Data Management, or Physics
Science and Business Low 80s.
Science and Aviation Low 80s. Program Briefing Session and Transport Canada Category 1
Medical Certification required.
ADMISSION CHARTS | 41
OUT-OF-PROVINCE
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2021
Complete admission requirements, recommendations, and documents are available online. *Final grade at least 70%
NOTES
Advanced Placement courses may be substituted for required courses. Some programs may require **Final grade at least 75%
higher admission averages based on the competition for available spaces. The admission averages † Choose your major: see lists
below are based on last year’s averages and may change. AIF: Admission Information Form on pages 20 to 31.
PROGRAM/ADMISSION AVERAGE/ ALBERTA, NORTHWEST BRITISH COLUMBIA MANITOBA NEW BRUNSWICK

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TERRITORIES, AND NUNAVUT AND YUKON
APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
Biology 40S*; Chemistry Biology 121* or 122*,

Biology 30*; Chemistry 30*;
Biology 12*, Chemistry 40S*; English 40S*; Chemistry 121* or
English Language Arts 30-1*;
Health Studies Low 80s regular, 12*, English 12*, one one of Pre-Calculus 122, *English 121*
one of Mathematics 30-1*,
mid-80s co-op. Grade 12 Mathematics* Mathematics 40S*, or 122*, Pre-
Mathematics 30-2*,
or AP Calculus* Calculus 45A*, Calculus Calculus 120B*
or Mathematics 31*
45S* or AP Calculus* or Calculus 120*
Pre-Calculus 120B*;
Pre-Calculus
Mathematics 30-1*or 30-2*, Pre-Calculus 12*, Chemistry 121* or
Mathematics 40S*;
Kinesiology Low 80s regular, Chemistry 30*, one of Biology Chemistry 12*, one 122*; one of Biology
Chemistry 40S*; one of
mid-80s co-op. 30* or Physics 30*, English of Biology 12* or 121* or 122* or
Biology 40S* or Physics
Language Arts 30-1* Physics 30*, English 12* Physics 121* or 122*;
40S*; English 40S*
English 121* or 122*
English 40S**; one

English Language Arts 30-1**; English 121**
English 12**, one of Pre-Calculus
Public Health Low 80s regular, one of Mathematics 30-1*, or 122**, Pre-
Grade 12 Mathematics* Mathematics 40S*,
mid-80s co-op. Mathematics 30-2*, Calculus 120B*
or AP Calculus* Calculus 45A*, Calculus
or Mathematics 31* or Calculus 120*
45S*, or AP Calculus*
Recreation and Leisure Studies† Low 80s. English Language Arts 30-1* English 12* English 40S* English 121* or 122*
ARTS
Accounting and Financial Management
English 40S**; Pre- English 121**
Mid-80s. Accounting and Financial English Language Arts 30-1**, English 12**, Pre-Calculus
Calculus Mathematics or 122**,
Management Admissions Assessment Mathematics 30-1**, 12**, Calculus 12** or AP
40S**; Calculus 45A**, Pre-Calculus 120B**,
(AFMAA) interview and trait assessment Mathematics 31** Calculus**
45S** or AP Calculus** Calculus 120**
required.
Honours Arts† (Waterloo, St. Jerome’s,
Renison), Honours Arts and Business†,
Social Development Studies (Renison)
English Language Arts 30-1* English 12* English 40S* English 121* or 122*
Low 80s. After applying to Honours Arts
and Business, you may co-register
through St. Jerome’s or Renison.
Global Business and Digital Arts Low 80s. English Language Arts 30-1** English 12** English 40S** English 121** or 122**
COMPUTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Pre-Calculus
Mathematics 30-1, Pre-Calculus 120B,
Computing and Financial Management Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus 12 Mathematics 40S; one of
Mathematics 31, English Calculus 120, English
Low to mid-90s. AIF required. or AP Calculus, English 12** Calculus 45A, 45S, or AP
Language Arts 30-1** 121** or 122**
Calculus; English 40S**
ENGINEERING – For all Engineering programs: AIF required.
English 40S**; Pre- English 121** or

Architecture Mid-80s. AIF required.
English Language Arts English 12**, Pre-Calculus Calculus Mathematics 122**, Pre-Calculus
Qualified applicants will be invited
30-1**, Mathematics 30-1*, 12*, Calculus 12* or AP 40S*; one of Calculus 120B*, Calculus
to complete an English précis-writing
Mathematics 31*, Physics 30* Calculus*, Physics 12* 45A*, 45S*, or AP 120*, Physics 121*
exercise and to submit a portfolio.
Calculus*; Physics 40S* or 122*
Architectural, Chemical, Civil, Environmental,

Geological, Management, Nanotechnology
Mid-to high 80s. Computer, Electrical, Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus 120B*,
Mathematics 30-1*, Pre-Calculus 12*, Calculus Mathematics 40S*; Calculus 120*,
Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems
Mathematics 31*, Chemistry 12* or AP Calculus*, one of Calculus 45A*, Chemistry 121* or
Design High 80s to low 90s. Biomedical
30*, English Language Chemistry 12*, English 12*, 45S*, or AP Calculus*; 122*, English 121*
Low to mid-90s. AIF required. Online video
Arts 30-1*, Physics 30* Physics 12* Chemistry 40S*; English or 122*, Physics 121*
interview required for Faculty scholarships
40S*; Physics 40S* or 122*
and strongly recommended for admission to
all programs. Individual selection may vary.
ALBERTA, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES, AND NUNAVUT High school diploma with five academic NOVA SCOTIA High school diploma with five academic or advanced courses
courses at the 30 or 31 level. Arrange to have your school send us your official at the Grade 12 level.
transcripts showing completed and current courses. Physical Education 30 and PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND High school diploma with five academic or advanced
Career and Technology Studies courses are not acceptable academic courses. courses at the 611 or 621 level.
For admission purposes, two 3-credit 30-level academic courses may be
considered equivalent to one 5-credit 30-level academic course. QUEBEC (CEGEP) One year of CEGEP with a minimum of 12 semestered academic
courses. CEGEP admission averages may differ from high school admission
BRITISH COLUMBIA AND YUKON High school diploma with six courses at the Grade averages: uwaterloo.ca/future/admissions. Chemistry I and II can also
12 academic level, including all required courses. Academic subjects do not be referred to as General Chemistry and Chemistry of Solutions. Transfer
include courses from the Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies Curriculum credits may be granted for most programs: uwaterloo.ca/future/transfer.
(ADST), with the exception of Economics 12 and Financial Management 12.
While B.C. will automatically send us your marks electronically, they will not SASKATCHEWAN High school diploma with five academic courses at the 30 level.
arrive in time for our admissions decisions. Please upload a copy of your INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE Six total IB courses; at least three must be HL.
report card on Quest, your Waterloo applicant portal. Total scores exclude Diploma points. Subjects required for admission to
MANITOBA High school diploma with five academic courses at the 40 level specific programs should be HL whenever possible. Where there are more
or higher. For programs requiring English 40S, Language and Technical than three prerequisite subjects, SL courses will be accepted. For programs
Communication (40S) will not be accepted. listing HL or SL English A, HL English B with min 5 will be acceptable. For
programs listing HL or SL Math: Analysis and Approaches, HL Applications
NEW BRUNSWICK High school diploma with six academic courses at the Grade 12, and Interpretations will not be accepted unless stated otherwise. SL
120, 121, or 122 level. Applications and Interpretations will not be accepted for any program.
NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR High school diploma with six academic courses NOTE: HL = Higher Level; SL = Standard Level; min = minimum final grade;
(2-credit) at the 3 level. total = overall minimum grade total.
NEWFOUNDLAND AND NOVA SCOTIA PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND QUEBEC (CEGEP) SASKATCHEWAN INTERNATIONAL
LABRADOR BACCALAUREATE
Biology 30*; Mathematics: HL or SL

Biology 12 Academic*;
Biology 3201*; Chemistry Chemistry 30*; Analysis and Approaches
Chemistry 12 Biology 621A*,
3202*; English 3201*; Biology I* and II*, Chemistry English Language or HL Applications and
Academic*; English Chemistry 611A* or
one of Advanced I* and II*, two English 603* or Arts A30* and B30*; Interpretations, min 4 in each.
12 Academic*; one 621A*, English 621A*,
Mathematics 3201* or 604* series, Linear Algebra* or one of Foundations HL or SL Chemistry, and HL or
of Mathematics 12*, Mathematics 611B*
3200* or Mathematics Calculus I* of Mathematics 30*, SL Biology, min 4 in each. HL
Pre-Calculus 12*, or or 621B*
3208* or AP Calculus* Pre-Calculus 30*, or SL English A, min 4, or HL
Calculus 12*
or Calculus 30* English B, min 5. Total 28.
Foundations of
One of Advanced Pre-Calculus Linear Algebra* or Calculus
Mathematics 30* or Mathematics: HL or SL Analysis
Mathematics 3201*, 12*, Chemistry 12 Mathematics 621B*, I*; Chemistry I* and II*; one of
Pre-Calculus 30*, and Approaches, min 4. HL or
3200* or Mathematics Academic*, one of Chemistry 611A* or Biology I* and II*, or Mechanics*
Chemistry 30*, one SL Chemistry, min 4. One of HL
3208* or AP Calculus*; Biology 12 Academic* 621A*, one of Biology plus either Electricity &
of Biology 30* or or SL Physics or Biology, min 4.
Chemistry 3202*; one of or Physics 12 621A* or Physics Magnetism* or Waves, Optics &
Physics 30*, English HL or SL English A, min 4, or HL
Biology 3201* or Physics Academic*, English 621A*, English 621A* Modern Physics*; two English
Language Arts A30* English B, min 5. Total 27.
3204*; English 3201* 12 Academic* 603* or 604* series
and B30*
English Language Mathematics: HL or SL
English 3201**; one of English 12
Arts A30** and Analysis and Approaches
Advanced Mathematics Academic**; one English 621A**, Two English 603** or 604**
B30**; one of or HL Applications and
3201* or 3200*, or of Mathematics 12*, Mathematics 611B* series, Linear Algebra* or
Foundations of Math Interpretations, min 4 in each.
Mathematics 3208*, Pre-Calculus 12*, or or 621B* Calculus I*
30*, Pre-Calculus HL or SL English A, min 4, or HL
or AP Calculus* Calculus 12*
30*, or Calculus 30* English B, min 5. Total 28.
English Language HL or SL English A, min 4, or HL
English 3201* English 12 Academic* English 621A* Two English 603* or 604* series
Arts A30* and B30* English B, min 5. Total 27.
English 3201**, one of English Language HL or SL English A, min 4, or HL

English 12
Advanced Mathematics English 621A**, Two English 603** or 604** Arts A30** and English B, min 5. Mathematics:
Academic**,
3201** or 3200**, one Mathematics 611B**, series, Calculus I**, Linear B30**; Pre-Calculus Analysis and Approaches HL
Pre-Calculus 12**,
of Mathematics 3208** Mathematics 621B** Algebra** or Calculus II** 30**; Calculus 30** (recommended) or SL, min 4.
Calculus 12**
or AP Calculus** or AP Calculus** Total 28.
HL or SL English A,
English Language
English 3201* English 12 Academic* English 621A* Two English 603* or 604* series min 4, or HL English B,
Arts A30* and B30*
min 5. Total 27.
English 12 English Language HL or SL English A, min 4, or

English 3201** English 621A** Two English 603** or 604**series
Academic** Arts A30** and B30** HL English B, min 5. Total 27.
One of Advanced Pre-Calculus 30;

Mathematics: HL Analysis and
Mathematics 3201 Pre-Calculus 12, Mathematics 611B, Calculus I, Linear Algebra Calculus 30 or AP
Approaches, min 6. HL or SL
or 3200, one of Calculus 12, English 12 Mathematics 621B, or Calculus II; two English 603** Calculus; English
English A, min 4, or HL English B,
Mathematics 3208 or AP Academic** English 621A** or 604** series Language Arts A30*
min 5. Total 32.
Calculus, English 3201** and B30*
English 3201**, one of Two English 603** or 604** English Language

English 12 Mathematics: Analysis and
Advanced Mathematics English 621A**, series; Calculus I*; Calculus II* Arts A30** and
Academic**, Approaches and Physics (HL
3201* or 3200*, one of Mathematics 611B*, or Linear Algebra*; Mechanics* B30**, Pre-Calculus
Pre-Calculus 12*, recommended), min 4 in each.
Mathematics 3208* Mathematics 621B*, plus either Electricity & 30*, Calculus 30*
Calculus 12*, Physics HL or SL English A, min 4.
or AP Calculus*, Physics 621A* Magnetism* or Waves, Optics or AP Calculus*,
12 Academic* Total 32.
Physics 3204* & Modern Physics* Physics 30*
Mathematics: Analysis and

One of Advanced Secondary V Chemistry*; two Pre-Calculus 30*,
Pre-Calculus 12*, Approaches and Physics (HL
Mathematics 3201* Mathematics 611B*; English 603* or 604* series; Calculus 30* or
Calculus 12*, recommended), min 4 in each.
or 3200*, one of Mathematics 621B*; Calculus I*; Calculus II* or Linear AP Calculus*,
Chemistry 12 Chemistry and English A, min
Mathematics 3208* or Chemistry 611A* or Algebra*; Mechanics*; one of Chemistry 30*,
Academic*, English 12 4 in each. One other HL or SL
AP Calculus*, Chemistry 621A*; English 621A*, Electricity & Magnetism*, Waves, English Language
Academic*, Physics course, min 4. Total 32. 6s
3202*, English 3201*, Physics 621A* Optics & Modern Physics*, Arts 30A* and 30B*,
12 Academic* and 7s recommended for
Physics 3204* Chemistry I*, or Chemistry II* Physics 30*
competitive programs.
OUT-OF-PROVINCE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2021 CONT.
PROGRAM/ADMISSION AVERAGE/ ALBERTA, NORTHWEST BRITISH COLUMBIA MANITOBA NEW BRUNSWICK
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TERRITORIES, AND NUNAVUT AND YUKON
For additional province-specific information, refer to the notes on page 43. Complete admission requirements, recommendations, and documents are available online.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Software Engineering Low to mid-90s. Pre-Calculus

Mathematics 30-1*, Pre-Calculus 12*,
AIF required. Experience developing well- Mathematics 40S*; Pre-Calculus 120B*,
Mathematics 31*, Calculus 12* or AP
structured modular programs required. one of Calculus 45A*, Calculus 120*, Chemistry
Chemistry 30*, English Calculus*, Chemistry
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Language Arts 30-1*, 12*, English 12*,
scholarships and strongly recommended Chemistry 40S*; English 122*, Physics 121* or 122*
Physics 30* Physics 12*
for admission. Individual selection may vary. 40S*; Physics 40S*
ENVIRONMENT
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Math 30-2*, or Math 31* AP Calculus* or Calculus 120*
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Business Administration (Laurier) and
Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree
Pre-Calculus Math 40S;
Mid-90s. Business Administration (Laurier) Math 30-1, Math 31, Pre-Calculus 12, Pre-Calculus 120B,
one of Calculus 45A,
and Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree English Language Calculus 12 or AP Calculus 120,
45S, or AP Calculus;
Low 90s. Mathematics/Chartered Professional Arts 30-1 Calculus, English 12 English 121 or 122
English 40S
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Individual selection may vary.
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Administration†, Mathematics/Financial one of Calculus 45A,
English Language Calculus 12 or AP Calculus 120,
Analysis and Risk Management High 80s. 45S, or AP Calculus;
Arts 30-1 Calculus, English 12 English 121 or 122
AIF required. Individual selection may vary. English 40S
Pre-Calculus Math 40S;

Math 30-1, Math 31, Pre-Calculus 12, Pre-Calculus 120B,
Computer Science† Low to mid-90s. AIF one of Calculus 45A,
English Language Calculus 12 or AP Calculus 120,
required. Individual selection may vary. 45S, or AP Calculus;
Arts 30-1 Calculus, English 12 English 121 or 122
English 40S
SCIENCE
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English 121* or 122*; Pre-
Biotechnology/Chartered English Language Arts Calculus Math 40S*;
Calculus 120B*; Calculus
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120*; two of Biology 121
Environmental Science, Honours Science, 31*; two of Biology 30, English 12*; Pre- 45S*, or AP Calculus*;
or 122, Chemistry 121 or
Life Sciences†, Physical Sciences†, Chemistry 30, Math 30-2, Calculus 12*; Calculus two of Biology 40S,
122, Physics 121 or 122, or
Science and Business Low 80s. or Physics 30 12* or AP Calculus*; Chemistry 40S, or
Foundations of Math 120
two of Anatomy and Physics 40S
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12, Foundations of Math English 121* or 122*;
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Science and Aviation Low 80s. 12, Geology 12, Physics Pre-Calculus 120B*;
30-1*; Math 30-1*; Math one of Calculus 45A*,
Program Briefing Session and 12, or Statistics 12 Calculus 120*; two of
31*; two of Biology 30, 45S*, or AP Calculus*;
Transport Canada Category 1 Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry
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Calculus II* or Linear (HL recommended), min 4 in
or 3200*; one of Calculus 12*, Chemistry Mathematics 30* or AP Calculus*;
Algebra*; Mechanics*; each. Chemistry and English
Mathematics 3208* or 12 Academic*, English 12 621B*; Chemistry Chemistry 30*; English
one of Electricity & A, min 4 in each. One other HL
AP Calculus*; Chemistry Academic*, Physics 12 611A* or 621A*; Language Arts A30* and
Magnetism*, Waves, or SL course, min 4. Total 32.
3202*; English 3201*; Academic* English 621A*; B30*; Physics 30*
Optics & Modern 6s and 7s recommended for
Physics 3204* Physics 621A*
Physics*, Chemistry I*, competitive programs.
or Chemistry II*
Two English 603* or English Language HL or SL English A, min 4, or

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604* series Arts A30* and B30* HL English B, min 5. Total 27.
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English 12 Academic*; A30* and B30*; HL or SL Analysis and
Advanced Mathematics English 621A*, Two English 603* or 604*
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3201* or 3200*, or one Math 611B* or series, Linear Algebra* or
12*, Pre-Calculus 12*, or Math 30*, Pre-Calculus and Interpretations, min 4.
of Mathematics 3208* 621B* Calculus I* or Calculus II*
Calculus 12* 30*, or Calculus 30* or Strongly recommended:
or AP Calculus*
AP Calculus* one SL course in Physical or
Environmental Science. Total 27.
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Advanced Mathematics English 621A*, Two English 603* or 604* A30* and B30*; one of English B, min 5. Mathematics: HL
one of Mathematics 12*,
3201* or 3200*, or one Math 611B* or series, Linear Algebra* or Foundations of Math 30*, or SL Analysis and Approaches
Pre-Calculus 12*,
of Mathematics 3208* 621B* Calculus I* or Calculus II* Pre-Calculus 30*, or HL Applications and
or Calculus 12*
or AP Calculus* or AP Calculus* Interpretations, min 4. Total 27.
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3 level and Interpretations, min 4. HL
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or 3200, one of Calculus 12, English 12 Math 621B, Calculus; English and Approaches, min 6.
two English 603 or
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604 series
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604 series
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Calculus 12*; two of Math 611B*; two Calculus 30*; Calculus 30*
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Geology 12 Academic, or 621A, or Foundations of Math 30,
3202, Earth Systems Magnetism or Waves, Professional Accountancy:
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3202, Earth Systems Magnetism or Waves, or Physics. Total 27.
or Physics 12 Academic Physics 621A or Physics 30
3209, or Physics 3204 Optics & Modern Physics
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Health Sciences,
Applied Health Arts, Environment,
Sciences, Arts,
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Mathematics,
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Our website also offers detailed information on federal and provincial
financial aid (such as OSAP), scholarships, and awards in specific faculties.
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ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES See our website for a complete list of scholarships and awards.
up to
$1,000 $2,000 $5,000** $500-$4,000

MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PRESIDENT’S PRESIDENT’S ENTRANCE BURSARIES
85-89.9% admission SCHOLARSHIP SCHOLARSHIP OF (ONTARIO STUDENTS ONLY)
average 90-94.9% admission DISTINCTION Awarded based on
average 95%+ admission financial need
average
$8,400-$14,400+
first co-op work term earnings to help offset tuition
$15M in scholarships and bursaries
awarded to first-year students in 2019
TUITION FEES
(FOR TWO ACADEMIC TERMS)
LIVING EXPENSES (FOR TWO
ACADEMIC TERMS)
PROGRAM/FACULTY
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL TUITION RESIDENCE
TUITION ($CAD) (STUDY PERMIT) From $6,008 (traditional-style)
Accounting and Financial
Management*, Applied Health $7,700 $40,900
to $7,995 (suite-style).
Sciences, Arts
Architecture $10,900 $59,700
Biotechnology/Chartered
$7,900 $42,900
MEAL PLAN
Professional Accountancy
From $4,904 (lite) to $5,704 (hearty).
Business Administration
(Laurier) and Mathematics $11,700 $45,500
(Waterloo) Double Degree
Computer Science, Business
Administration (Laurier) and
PERSONAL EXPENSES
$15,900 $61,300
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may include phone, laundry, and
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Management*
$9,300 $45,700 entertainment; depends on your lifestyle.
Engineering, Software
$17,100 $61,300
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Global Business and
$12,900 $45,100 Most programs estimate $2,288
Digital Arts
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Mathematics/Business
$9,300 $45,500
Administration
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$7,900 $44,100
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85%
Mathematics/Financial
$12,700 $45,500 of first-year students received
Analysis and Risk Management
Science $7,700 $42,700 an entrance scholarship
or bursary for fall 2019
Notes: Amounts listed include incidental fees. Co-op fee of $734/term also
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