The Astronomy Major provides deep knowledge in astronomy & physics, and enables students to pursue quantitative, problem-solving careers in a variety of fields.
The Astronomy Major provides deep knowledge in astronomy & physics, and enables students to pursue quantitative, problem-solving careers in a variety of fields.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
This program is appropriate for students interested in a more flexible and diverse undergraduate program. It may be tailored to be a natural counterpart to a second major in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Computer Science; students should consult the undergraduate chairs of Astronomy & Astrophysics and the respective departments for advice on course selection.
(8.0 credits, including at least 2.0 credits at the 300+ level, and a 0.5 credit at the 400-level)
First Year:
1. ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1 ( MAT137Y1 recommended)
2. PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
3. 0.5 credit from CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC148H1 or another course that gives a foundation in computer programming approved by the Undergraduate Chair. ( CSC108H1 recommended for non-Computer Science majors)
Second Year:
2. MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1 ( MAT237Y1 recommended)
3. PHY252H1
Third Year:
1. AST320H1, AST325H1/ AST326Y1 ( AST325H1 recommended)
Third or fourth year:
1. AST424H1 (can be substituted with AST430H1/ AST431H1/ AST431Y1 with permission of the undergraduate chair)
2. 0.5 credit from AST310H1/ ENV222H1/ ENV333H1/ ESS205H1/ HPS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL273H1/ VIC172Y1, or another course with a significant emphasis on Social and Ethical Responsibility approved by the Undergraduate Chair.
3. 0.5 credit from CSC336H1, CSC385H1, CSC456H1; STA302H1, STA313H1; PHY350H1, PHY354H1, PHY356H1, PHY357H1, PHY358H1, PHY385H1, PHY407H1, PHY408H1, PHY450H1, JPE395H1; JCA302H1, AST310H1, AST398H0, AST398Y0, AST399Y1, AST430H1, AST431H1, AST431Y1; or any CTA course at the 300+ level.
Notes:
1. The Astronomy & Astrophysics Major program is not designed primarily for students intending to pursue graduate studies in Astronomy & Astrophysics. Such students should consider the Astronomy & Physics Specialist program, or consult the Undergraduate Chair about their course selections.
2. Students interested in pursuing a research project in fourth year ( AST425Y1) should consult the undergraduate chair.
3. Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, UTM, and UTSC equivalents to courses can be substituted on a case-by-case basis with the approval of the course coordinator or the undergraduate chair.
4. Third-year students are invited and fourth-year students are expected to attend the weekly departmental colloquia.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
A program designed for students looking to add breadth to a program in another, perhaps unrelated discipline.
(4 full courses or their equivalent)
1. AST221H1, AST222H1, AST320H1, AST325H1/ AST326Y1
2. ( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)//( PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
3. PHY252H1 and one of PHY224H1, PHY250H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1
Notes:
1. PHY131H1, PHY132H1 and PHY151H1, PHY152H1 require ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1 and PHY252H1 requires MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1.
2. Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering equivalents to the physics courses can be substituted. Please consult the Undergraduate Chair.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
The Astronomy & Physics Specialist program combines rigorous training in the full spectrum of core physics subfields with their application in astronomy. Lecture courses are complemented by practical courses, and the program culminates in a supervised research project, where all the skills learned are used, and which is intended to be published.
(14.0 credits, including at least 4.0 credits at the 300+ level, and at least 1.0 credit at the 400-level)
First Year:
MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1; PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1; 0.5 credit from CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC148H1 or another course that gives a foundation in computer programming approved by the Undergraduate Chair.
( MAT137Y1, MAT223H1, PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
Second Year:
AST221H1, AST222H1; MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1/ MAT235Y1, MAT244H1/ MAT267H1; PHY250H1, PHY252H1, PHY256H1
( MAT237Y1, MAT244H1 recommended)
Third Year:
1. AST320H1, AST325H1/ AST326Y1; PHY224H1, PHY254H1, PHY354H1, PHY356H1
2. 0.5 credit from APM346H1, MAT224H1, MAT327H1, MAT334H1, MAT363H1, STA257H1
Fourth Year:
1. AST425Y1/ ( AST424H1, extra 0.5 credit from lines 2 or 3; see note 3); PHY350H1
2. 0.5 credit from PHY324H1, PHY357H1, PHY358H1, PHY385H1, PHY407H1, PHY408H1, PHY483H1, JPE395H1
3. 1.0 credit from AST430H1, PHY450H1, PHY454H1, PHY456H1, PHY460H1, PHY483H1, PHY484H1, PHY495H1
4. AST310H1/ ENV222H1/ ENV333H1/ ESS205H1/ HPS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL273H1/ VIC172Y1, or another course with a significant emphasis on Social and Ethical Responsibility approved by the Undergraduate Chair.
Notes:
1. Second-year students who wish to keep open the option of pursuing a physics specialist degree should consider taking PHY254H1 in 2nd year.
2. Third-year students are invited and fourth-year students are expected to attend the weekly departmental colloquia.
3. Fourth-year students are encouraged to enrol in the independent research course AST425Y1, but this is guaranteed for students with at least a B average in the program courses and requires identifying a supervisor. Others who wish to take AST425Y1 should consult the course coordinator or the undergraduate chair.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average is needed for entry, and this minimum changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants. The following courses or their equivalents must be completed:
To ensure that students admitted to the program will be successful, applicants with a final grade lower than 60%, or a grade average lower than 70% in these required courses will not be considered for admission. Please note that obtaining this minimum final grade or minimum grade average does not guarantee admission to the program. While it is difficult to predict what will constitute "competitive" course marks in a given year, based on previous years the estimate is: course marks = mid 80s; average = mid 80s. The underlying numeric final mark in each of your courses required for program enrolment will be used by the relevant academic unit to determine your eligibility.
Applications from students lacking numerical grades in one or more of the specified prerequisites, or students applying in their second or later years, may be considered on the basis of their entire academic record and the availability of space in the program. In addition to applying through ACORN, students applying in their second year or later are asked to please contact the department directly at biochemistry.undergrad@utoronto.ca, specify which program you would like to be considered for, and provide your student number.
Please consult the Arts & Science Program Toolkit or the departmental website at www.biochemistry.utoronto.ca for more information.
(14.0 credits, including at least 2.5 credits at the 400-level)
First Year:
First or Second Year:
( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/ ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
[ PHY131H1, PHY132H1 recommended]
Second Year:
Third Year:
Fourth Year:
NOTES:
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Biological Physics Specialist: Advanced Physics Stream in the Summer after Year 2.
Core Biological Physics Courses (12.0 credits)
First Year (3.0 credits): ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1)/ CHM151Y1, ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
First or Second Year (1.0 credit): BIO130H1, MAT223H1
Second Year (3.0 credits): BCH210H1, ( MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1), MAT244H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1
Second or Third Year (0.5 credit): BIO230H1/ BIO255H1
Third Year (2.0 credits): PHY224H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1, PHY354H1
Third or Fourth Year (2.5 credits):
1. PHY331H1, PHY431H1
2. PHY324H1/ BCH370H1/ CHM327H1/ PSL372H1
3. 1.0 credit, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level, from APM346H1/ PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses ( APM346H1, PHY350H1, PHY356H1, PHY407H1, PHY452H1, PHY454H1, PHY460H1 recommended)
Additional Requirements for the Advanced Physics Stream (2.5 credits):
1. ( BCH311H1, BCH340H1)/ ( PSL300H1, PSL301H1)
2. 1.5 credits, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level, from PHY 300-level courses, PHY 400-level courses
Integrative, Inquiry-Based Activity Requirement
The choices in the program must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including at least one of the following courses: PHY371Y1, PHY372H1, PHY378H1, PHY379Y1, PHY396Y0, PHY397Y0, PHY398H0, PHY398Y0, PHY399Y0, PHY399Y1, PHY407H1, PHY424H1, PHY426H1, PHY428H1, PHY429H1, PHY471Y1, PHY472H1, PHY478H1, PHY479Y1.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
Students are encouraged but not required to enrol in the independent project courses PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1. These students may be supervised by faculty in the Departments of Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, and Physiology. Students are required to have a B average in the program courses, identify a supervisor, and consult the Associate Chair of Physics (Undergraduate Studies) before enrolling in PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1.
Students might wish to enrol in 300- and 400-level courses in the partner life science departments that are not listed above, including independent research or project courses. These students will need approval to take these courses from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies) prior to enrolment in the course.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Biological Physics Specialist: Biochemistry Stream in the Summer after Year 2.
Core Biological Physics Courses (12.0 credits):
First Year (3.0 credits): ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1)/ CHM151Y1, ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
First or Second Year (1.0 credit): BIO130H1, MAT223H1
Second Year (3.0 credits): BCH210H1, ( MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1), MAT244H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1
Second or Third Year (0.5 credit): BIO230H1/ BIO255H1
Third Year (2.0 credits): PHY224H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1, PHY354H1
Third or Fourth Year (2.5 credits):
1. PHY331H1, PHY431H1
2. PHY324H1/ BCH370H1/ CHM327H1/ PSL372H1
3. 1.0 credit, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level, from APM346H1/ PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses ( APM346H1, PHY350H1, PHY356H1, PHY407H1, PHY452H1, PHY454H1, PHY460H1 recommended)
Additional Courses for the Biochemistry Stream (2.5 credits):
1. BCH311H1, BCH340H1
2. 1.5 credits from BCH370H1/ CSB428H1/ BCH 400-level courses ( BCH422H1, BCH425H1, BCH426H1, BCH428H1, BCH440H1, BCH450H1 recommended). Excludes BCH472Y1, BCH473Y1, BCH478H1, BCH479H1.
Integrative, Inquiry-Based Activity Requirement
The choices in the program must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including at least one of the following courses: PHY371Y1, PHY372H1, PHY378H1, PHY379Y1, PHY396Y0, PHY397Y0, PHY398H0, PHY398Y0, PHY399Y0, PHY399Y1, PHY407H1, PHY424H1, PHY426H1, PHY428H1, PHY429H1, PHY471Y1, PHY472H1, PHY478H1, PHY479Y1, BCH472Y1 and BCH473Y1.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
Students are encouraged but not required to enroll in the independent project courses PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1. These students may be supervised by faculty in the Departments of Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, and Physiology. Students are required to have a B average in the program courses, identify a supervisor, and consult the Associate Chair of Physics (Undergraduate Studies) before enrolling in PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1.
Students might wish to enrol in 300- and 400-level courses in the partner life science departments that are not listed above, including independent research or project courses. These students will need approval to take these courses from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies) prior to enrolment in the course.
On approval of the Department of Physics, students who take CHM222H1 will not have to take PHY252H1.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Biological Physics Specialist: Immunology Stream in the Summer after Year 2.
Core Biological Physics Courses (12.0 credits)
First Year (3.0 credits): ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1)/ CHM151Y1, ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
First or Second Year (1.0 credit): BIO130H1, MAT223H1
Second Year (3.0 credits): BCH210H1, ( MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1), MAT244H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1
Second or Third Year (0.5 credit): BIO230H1/ BIO255H1
Third Year (2.0 credits): PHY224H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1, PHY354H1
Third or Fourth Year (2.5 credits):
1. PHY331H1, PHY431H1
2. PHY324H1/ BCH370H1/ CHM327H1/ PSL372H1
3. 1.0 credit, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level from APM346H1/ PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses ( APM346H1, PHY350H1, PHY356H1, PHY407H1, PHY452H1, PHY454H1, PHY460H1 recommended)
Additional Courses for the Immunology Stream (2.5 credits):
1. IMM341H1, IMM351H1 (Students in the Biological Physics Specialist Immunology Stream are permitted to take BIO230H1 as a co-requisite to IMM341H1, instead of as a prerequisite, by permission of the Department of Immunology)
2. 1.0 credit from ( STA220H1/ STA288H1, STA221H1) or ( STA237H1, STA238H1) and 0.5 credit from IMM 400-level courses, OR
0.5 credit from STA220H1/ STA288H1 and 1.0 credit from IMM 400-level courses
Integrative, Inquiry-Based Activity Requirement
The choices in the program must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including at least one of the following courses: PHY371Y1, PHY372H1, PHY378H1, PHY379Y1, PHY396Y0, PHY397Y0, PHY398H0, PHY398Y0, PHY399Y0, PHY399Y1, PHY407H1, PHY424H1, PHY426H1, PHY428H1, PHY429H1, PHY471Y1, PHY472H1, PHY478H1, PHY479Y1, IMM385Y1, IMM435H1 and IMM450Y1.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
Students are encouraged but not required to enrol in the independent project courses PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1. These students may be supervised by faculty in the Departments of Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, and Physiology. Students are required to have a B average in the program courses, identify a supervisor, and consult the Associate Chair of Physics (Undergraduate Studies) before enrolling in PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1.
Students might wish to enrol in 300- and 400-level courses in the partner life science departments that are not listed above, including independent research courses. These students will need approval to take these courses from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies) prior to enrolment in the course.
On approval of the Department of Physics, students who take CHM222H1 will not have to take PHY252H1.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Biological Physics Specialist: Physiology Stream in the Summer after Year 2.
Core Biological Physics Courses (12.0 credits):
First Year (3.0 credits): ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1)/ CHM151Y1, ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1 recommended)
First or Second Year (1.0 credit): BIO130H1, MAT223H1
Second Year (3.0 credits): BCH210H1, ( MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1), MAT244H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1
Second or Third Year (0.5 credit): BIO230H1/ BIO255H1
Third Year (2.0 credits): PHY224H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1, PHY354H1
Third or Fourth Year (2.5 credits):
1. PHY331H1, PHY431H1
2. PHY324H1/ BCH370H1/ CHM327H1/ PSL372H1
3. 1.0 credit, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level, from APM346H1/ PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses ( APM346H1, PHY350H1, PHY356H1, PHY407H1, PHY452H1, PHY454H1, PHY460H1 recommended)
Additional Courses for the Physiology Stream (2.5 credits):
1. PSL300H1, PSL301H1
2. 1.5 credits, including at least 0.5 credit at the 400-level, from PSL304H1/ PSL305H1/ PSL372H1/ PSL 400-level courses ( PSL432H1, PSL440Y1, PSL445H1, PSL452H1 recommended)
Integrative, Inquiry-Based Activity Requirement
The choices in the program must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including at least one of the following courses: PHY371Y1, PHY372H1, PHY378H1, PHY379Y1, PHY396Y0, PHY397Y0, PHY398H0, PHY398Y0, PHY399Y0, PHY399Y1, PHY407H1, PHY424H1, PHY426H1, PHY428H1, PHY429H1, PHY471Y1, PHY472H1, PHY478H1, PHY479Y1, PSL398H0, PSL398Y0, PSL399Y1, PSL498Y1 and PSL499H1.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
Students are encouraged but not required to enrol in the independent project courses PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1. These students may be supervised by faculty in the Departments of Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, and Physiology. Students are required to have a B average in the program courses, identify a supervisor, and consult the Associate Chair of Physics (Undergraduate Studies) before enrolling in PHY478H1/ PHY479Y1.
Students might wish to enrol in 300- and 400-level courses in the partner life science departments that are not listed above, including independent research or project courses. These students will need approval to take these courses from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies) prior to enrolment in the course.
On approval of the Department of Physics, students who take CHM222H1 will not have to take PHY252H1.
Consult Professor J. Schofield, Department of Chemistry.
Chemical Physics aims to explain structure and dynamics of molecular and bulk systems in terms of atomic and molecular interactions. Sub-disciplines and specialized topics include reaction dynamics, spectroscopy, optical control of molecular processes, nanoscale science, surface chemistry, theoretical and experimental studies of soft systems (polymers, liquids, biological systems), quantum control and quantum information sciences. The Chemical Physics program will provide students with a solid grounding in physical chemistry, and will prepare students for careers in experimental and theoretical physical sciences, in academia or in research development for companies.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1) (63% in each)/ CHM151Y1 (63%)
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Chemical Physics Specialist in the Summer after Year 2.
(14.0 credits, including 1.5 credits from 400-level courses)
First Year:
Higher Years:
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Consult Professor A. Dicks, Department of Chemistry.
The Chemistry Specialist Program provides broad coverage of the core areas of chemistry together with appropriate courses in mathematics and physics during the first three years and allows students to follow a particular area of interest or a more general program in the fourth year. The program is suitable for professional work in any area of chemistry and for entry into graduate school to continue work in any of the sub-fields of chemistry, provided that appropriate options are chosen in the fourth year. This program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1) (63% in each)/ CHM151Y1 (63%)
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Chemistry Specialist in the Summer after Year 2.
(14.0 credits, including at least 3.0 credits from 400-level courses)
First Year:
Second Year:
Third and Fourth Years:
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
For students admitted to Arts & Science in the Year 1 Computer Science (CMP1) admission category:
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
Students in the CMP1 admissions category have guaranteed admission to the Computer Science Major, provided the following courses with the stated minimum grades are completed within 12 months of beginning their studies:
For students admitted to other Arts & Science Year 1 admission categories:
Special Requirement
Variable Minimum Grade
A minimum grade is needed for entry, and this minimum changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants. The following courses must be completed:
To ensure that students admitted to the program will be successful, applicants with a grade below 70% will not be considered for admission. Obtaining this minimum grade does not guarantee admission to the program.
Notes:
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Computer Science Major in the Summer after Year 2.
(8.0 credits, including at least one 0.5 credit at the 400-level)
First year (2.5 credits):
1. ( CSC108H1, CSC148H1, CSC165H1/ CSC240H1)/ ( CSC110Y1, CSC111H1); MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1/ ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)
Students in this program have the option to enrol in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
Second year (2.5 credits):
2. CSC207H1, CSC236H1/ CSC240H1, CSC258H1, CSC263H1/ CSC265H1, STA247H1/ STA237H1/ STA255H1/ STA257H1
Later years (3.0 credits):
3. 3.0 credits of courses selected from the following list:
These 3.0 credits must include:
No more than 1.0 credit from CSC490H1, CSC491H1, CSC494H1, CSC495H1, CSC494Y1, BCB330Y1/ BCB430Y1 may be used to fulfill program requirements.
The choices in 3 must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including one of the following courses: CSC301H1, CSC302H1, CSC316H1, CSC318H1, CSC404H1, CSC413H1, CSC417H1, CSC418H1, CSC419H1, CSC428H1, CSC454H1, CSC485H1, CSC490H1, CSC491H1, CSC494H1, CSC495H1, CSC494Y1. Students who complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream will also meet this requirement.
Transfer credits (except for those attained through a University of Toronto exchange program) cannot comprise more than 1.0 credit at the 300-/ 400-level, and cannot be used to satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity. In addition, transfer credits (except for those attained through a University of Toronto exchange program) cannot be used to satisfy the requirement for 0.5 credit at the 400-level in CSC/ BCB.
This is a limited enrolment program. Only students in the Year 1 Computer Science admission category (CMP1) who meet the criteria of the Computer Science program admission guarantee are eligible to apply to the Computer Science Specialist program.
Requests for admission will be considered in the first program request period only. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to apply.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
Students in the CMP1 admissions category have guaranteed admission to the Computer Science Specialist, provided the following courses with the stated minimum grades are successfully completed within 12 months of beginning their studies:
Note:
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Computer Science Specialist in the Summer after Year 2.
(12.0 credits, including at least 1.5 credits at the 400-level)
First year (2.5 credits):
1. ( CSC110Y1, CSC111H1), MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1
Notes:
Students in this program have the option to enrol in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. (See Note below)
Second year (3.5 credits):
2. CSC207H1, CSC209H1, CSC236H1/ CSC240H1, CSC258H1, CSC263H1/ CSC265H1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1; STA247H1/ STA237H1/ STA255H1/ STA257H1
Later years (6.0 credits):
4. 5.0 credits of courses selected from the following list:
These 5.0 credits must include:
No more than 1.0 credit from CSC490H1, CSC491H1, CSC494H1, CSC495H1, CSC494Y1, BCB330Y1/ BCB430Y1 may be used to fulfill program requirements.
The choices in 4 must satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity by including one of the following courses: CSC301H1, CSC302H1, CSC316H1, CSC318H1, CSC404H1, CSC413H1, CSC417H1, CSC418H1, CSC419H1, CSC428H1, CSC454H1, CSC485H1, CSC490H1, CSC491H1, CSC494H1, CSC495H1, CSC494Y1. Students who complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream will also meet this requirement.
Transfer credits (except for those attained through a University of Toronto exchange program) cannot comprise more than 1.0 credit at the 300-/400-level, and cannot be used to satisfy the requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity. In addition, transfer credits (except for those attained through a University of Toronto exchange program) cannot comprise more than 0.5 credit of the 400-level CSC or BCB courses required.
Choosing courses
This program offers considerable freedom to choose courses at the 300-/400-level, and you are free to make those choices on your own. We are eager to offer guidance, however, and both our Undergraduate Office and individual faculty members are a rich source of advice.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ( ECO101H1 (63%), ECO102H1 (63%))/ ECO105Y1 (80%)
• MAT133Y1 (63%)/( MAT135H1 (60%), MAT136H1 (60%))/ MAT137Y1 (55%)/ MAT157Y1 (55%)
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry and there are program-specific year 3 entry enrolment requirements. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Economics Major in the Summer after Year 2 and have completed the following courses prior to ASIP entry, with the posted minimum grades: ECO200Y1(60%) or ECO206Y1(50%), ECO220Y1(60%) or ECO227Y1(50%) or STA237H1(60%), STA238H1(60%) or STA247H1(60%), STA248H1(60%) or STA257H1(50%), and STA261H1(50%). Economics Major students also enrolled in Rotman Commerce are not eligible to join the ASIP stream.
Program Course Requirements: 7.0 credits
First Year (2.0 credits):
Second Year (Core Courses, 3.0 credits):
Third and Higher Years (ECO Electives, 2.0 credits):
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ECO206Y1 (70%)
• ECO208Y1 (70%)
• ECO220Y1(70%)/ ECO227Y1(70%)/ ( STA257H1(70%), STA261H1(70%))
Special Requirement
• In order to apply for the Economics Specialist Program, a student must first be enrolled in the Economics Major (ASMAJ1478). Upon acceptance to the Economics Specialist Program, your Specialist enrolment will replace your Economics Major.
• Students enrolled in this program cannot be simultaneously enrolled in any other Economics program or the Environmental Economics minor.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Economics Specialist in the Summer after Year 2. Economics Specialist students also enrolled in Rotman Commerce are not eligible to join the ASIP stream. ASIP students enrolled in the Economics Major can transfer to the ASIP stream of the Economics Specialist without needing to reapply to ASIP.
Program Course Requirements: 12.0 credits
First Year (2.0 credits):
Note: MAT133Y1 is not a suitable substitute for ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1.
Second Year (Core Courses, 3.0 credits):
Third Year (Core Courses, 1.5 credits):
Third Year and Higher (ECO Electives, 5.5 credits):
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
A minimum grade is needed for entry, and this minimum changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants. The following courses must be completed:
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ECO206Y1(80%)
• ECO208Y1(80%)
• ECO227Y1(80%)/ ( STA257H1(80%), STA261H1(80%))
To ensure that students admitted to the program will be successful, applicants with a final grade lower than 80% will not be considered for admission. Please note that obtaining this minimum final grade does not guarantee admission to the program.
Special Requirement
• In order to apply for the Financial Economics Specialist Program, a student must first be enrolled in the Economics Major (ASMAJ1478). Upon acceptance to the Financial Economics Specialist Program, your Specialist enrolment will replace your Economics Major.
• Students enrolled in this program cannot be simultaneously enrolled in any other Economics program or the Environmental Economics minor.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Financial Economics Specialist in the Summer after Year 2. Financial Economics Specialist students also enrolled in Rotman Commerce are not eligible to join the ASIP stream. ASIP students enrolled in the Economics Major can transfer to the ASIP stream of the Financial Economics Specialist without needing to reapply to ASIP.
Program Course Requirements: 13.0 credits
First Year (2.0 credits):
Note: MAT133Y1 is not a suitable substitute for ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1.
Second Year (Core Courses, 3.0 credits):
Third Year (Core Courses, 2.5 credits):
Third Year and Higher (Electives, 5.5 credits, at least 1.0 credit at the 400-level):
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
(3.5 credits)
The Focus in Artificial Intelligence (Major) has the same set of requirements as the Focus in Artificial Intelligence (Specialist).
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is aimed at understanding and replicating the computational processes underlying intelligent behaviour. These behaviours include the perception of one's environment, learning how that environment is structured, communicating with other agents, and reasoning to guide one's actions. This focus is designed to provide students with an introduction to some of the key scientific and technical ideas that have been developed in AI. There are four different sub-areas of AI represented in our department: Computer Vision, Computational Linguistics, Machine Learning, and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning. These areas cover a wide variety of ideas and techniques. Students wanting to achieve this focus are required to take courses from at least two of these sub-areas (as in point 2, below).
Enrolment in the Computer Science Major Program (ASMAJ1689).
(3.5 credits)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is aimed at understanding and replicating the computational processes underlying intelligent behaviour. These behaviours include the perception of one's environment, learning how that environment is structured, communicating with other agents, and reasoning to guide one's actions. This focus is designed to provide students with an introduction to some of the key scientific and technical ideas that have been developed in AI. There are four different sub-areas of AI represented in our department: Computer Vision, Computational Linguistics, Machine Learning, and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning. These areas cover a wide variety of ideas and techniques. Students wanting to achieve this focus are required to take courses from at least two of these sub-areas (as in point 2, below).
Enrolment in the Computer Science Specialist Program (ASSPE1689).
(3.5 credits)
The Focus in Computer Vision (Major) has the same set of requirements as the Focus in Computer Vision (Specialist).
Computer vision is the science and technology of machines that can see. As a science, the goal of computer vision is to understand the computational processes required for a machine to come to an understanding of the content of a set of images. The data here may be a single snapshot, a video sequence, or a set of images from different viewpoints or provided by medical scanners.
The computer vision focus introduces students to the study of vision from a computational point of view. That is, we attempt to clearly define computational problems for various steps of the overall process, and then show how these problems can be tackled with appropriate algorithms.
Students who wish to pursue computer vision should have an understanding of linear algebra and calculus of several variables. Moreover, they should be solid programmers and have a good understanding of data structures and algorithm design. These basic tools are required in order to first pose computational vision problems, and then develop and test algorithms for the solution to those problems.
Enrolment in the Computer Science Major Program (ASMAJ1689).
Required Courses:
Suggested Related Courses:
The following are examples of topics and courses that fit naturally with a study of computational vision. The list is meant to be illustrative of the range of cognate topics, but is not necessarily complete. The ordering is alphabetical and not indicative of importance. Note: there are prerequisites for many of these courses that we do not list here.
APM462H1, COG250Y1, CSC384H1, CSC485H1, CSC486H1, ECE216H1, PHL232H1, PHY385H1, PSL440Y1, PSY270H1, PSY280H1, STA257H1/ STA261H1
(3.5 credits)
Computer vision is the science and technology of machines that can see. As a science, the goal of computer vision is to understand the computational processes required for a machine to come to an understanding of the content of a set of images. The data here may be a single snapshot, a video sequence, or a set of images from different viewpoints or provided by medical scanners.
The computer vision focus introduces students to the study of vision from a computational point of view. That is, we attempt to clearly define computational problems for various steps of the overall process, and then show how these problems can be tackled with appropriate algorithms.
Students who wish to pursue computer vision should have an understanding of linear algebra and calculus of several variables. Moreover, they should be solid programmers and have a good understanding of data structures and algorithm design. These basic tools are required in order to first pose computational vision problems, and then develop and test algorithms for the solution to those problems.
Enrolment in the Computer Science Specialist Program (ASSPE1689).
Required Courses:
Suggested Related Courses:
The following are examples of topics and courses that fit naturally with a study of computational vision. The list is meant to be illustrative of the range of cognate topics, but is not necessarily complete. The ordering is alphabetical and not indicative of importance. Note: there are prerequisites for many of these courses that we do not list here.
APM462H1, COG250Y1, CSC384H1, CSC485H1, CSC486H1, ECE216H1, PHL232H1, PHY385H1, PSL440Y1, PSY270H1, PSY280H1, STA257H1/ STA261H1
(3.5 credits)
The Focus in Scientific Computing (Major) has the same set of requirements as the Focus in Scientific Computing (Specialist).
Scientific computing studies the world around us. Known and unknown quantities are related through certain rules, e.g. physical laws, formulating mathematical problems. These problems are solved by numerical methods implemented as algorithms and run on computers. The numerical methods are analyzed and their performance (e.g. accuracy, efficiency) studied. Problems, such as choosing the optimal shape for an airplane (to achieve, for example, minimal fuel consumption), finding the fair price for derivative products of the market, or regulating the amount of radiation in medical scans, can be modelled by mathematical expressions and solved by numerical techniques.
Students wishing to study scientific computing should have a strong background in mathematics—in particular calculus of several variables, linear algebra, and statistics—be fluent in programming, and have a good understanding of data structures and algorithm design.
Enrolment in the Computer Science Major Program (ASMAJ1689).
Required Courses:
Suggested Related Courses:
It is also recommended that students in this focus consider taking a half-course or two from the basic sciences (such as physics, chemistry, biology), as these sciences are the source of many problems solved by numerical techniques.
(3.5 credits)
Scientific computing studies the world around us. Known and unknown quantities are related through certain rules, e.g. physical laws, formulating mathematical problems. These problems are solved by numerical methods implemented as algorithms and run on computers. The numerical methods are analyzed and their performance (e.g. accuracy, efficiency) studied. Problems, such as choosing the optimal shape for an airplane (to achieve, for example, minimal fuel consumption), finding the fair price for derivative products of the market, or regulating the amount of radiation in medical scans, can be modelled by mathematical expressions and solved by numerical techniques.
Students wishing to study scientific computing should have a strong background in mathematics—in particular calculus of several variables, linear algebra, and statistics—be fluent in programming, and have a good understanding of data structures and algorithm design.
Enrolment in the Computer Science Specialist Program (ASSPE1689).
Required Courses:
Suggested Related Courses:
It is also recommended that students in this focus consider taking a half-course or two from the basic sciences (such as physics, chemistry, biology), as these sciences are the source of many problems solved by numerical techniques.
The Geophysics Specialist program allows students to model physical processes in and on Earth and other planets and to apply noninvasive methods of imaging the subsurface, often in 4D (i.e., space and time). Targets may range from archaeological investigations to groundwater imaging and mineral exploration, but also include modeling of mountain-building processes and the exploration of planetary bodies. Students are advised to be aware of course prerequisites, and consult the Earth Sciences Undergraduate Handbook. For further questions, please consult with the Student Affairs Coordinator (Scott Moore, Department of Earth Sciences, 22 Russell St. Earth Sciences Center, Room 1062 email: ugrad@es.utoronto.ca).
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Consult Departments of Earth Sciences and Physics
(13.5 to 14.0 credits with at least 1.0 credit at the 400-level)
9.0 credits of core courses:
100-level foundation math and physics: PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1; ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1
200-level physics, math, and earth sciences: PHY250H1, PHY254H1; MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1; ESS224H1, ESS241H1
300-level global and near-surface geophysics: JPE395H1; JGA305H1
400-level advanced geophysics, including field course: PHY408H1, JPE493H1, ESS452H1; ESS441H1, ESS445H1, ESS450H1
0.5 to 1.0 credit ethics course chosen from the following list: JPH441H1, ENV333H1, PHL273H1, PHL275H1, INS201Y1
4.0 to 4.5 additional credits chosen from Groups A, B, and/or C:
Group A -- courses required and relevant for professional registration (APGO):
CHM135H1; ESS245H1/ ESS345H1/ CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1; STA220H1/ GGR270H1; MAT223H1, MAT244H1; APM346H1; ESS331H1
Group B -- emphasis on physics (suitable for graduate school preparation in a physics program):
PHY252H1, PHY350H1, PHY354H1, PHY392H1, PHY454H1
Group C -- other relevant courses from physics, mathematics, or earth sciences:
PHY224H1, MAT224H1, MAT335H1, APM346H1, ESS311H1, ESS312H1, ESS313H1, ESS321H1, ESS322H1, ESS324H1, ESS431H1, ESS234H1/ ESS330H1, ESS410H1, ESS424H1, ESS490H1, ESS491H1/ ESS492Y1, ESS381H1, ESS391H1, ESS392Y1, ESS481H1
The Specialist in Mathematics & Its Applications (Physical Science) is directed toward students who enjoy Mathematics and who wish to use it to pursue studies in another Physical Science discipline. It can provide an entrée into the vast and rapidly growing array of subjects that rely on Mathematical techniques.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students are encouraged to take their introductory calculus/analysis, algebra, physics, and computer programing in their first year of study ( MAT157Y1/ MAT137Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1, PHY151H1, PHY152H1, CSC108H1, CSC148H1).
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Mathematics & Its Applications Specialist (Physical Science) in the Summer after Year 2.
12.5-13.0 credits
Fundamentals for Mathematical Applications in the Physical Sciences
1. Calculus, Analysis and Proofs: 2.0 – 2.5 credits from MAT157Y1/ ( MAT137Y1, MAT246H1), MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1
2. Algebra: 1.0 credit from MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1
3. Ordinary Differential Equations: MAT244H1/ MAT267H1
4. Computer Programing: CSC108H1, CSC148H1
5. Probability and Statistics: STA237H1/ STA257H1
6. Foundations of Physics: PHY151H1, PHY152H1
7. Foundations of Astronomy and Astrophysics: AST221H1
Ethical and Social Responsibility
8. 0.5 credit with a significant emphasis on ethics and social responsibility (list below)
Further Studies in the Physical Sciences:
9. Topics in Physics: 1.5 credits from AST222H1/ PHY250H1/ PHY252H1/ PHY254H1/ PHY256H1
10. Additional Topics: 1.5 credits from AST320H1/ AST325H1/ MAT337H1/ MAT363H1/ MAT367H1/ PHY350H1/ PHY354H1/ PHY356H1/ PHY357H1/ PHY358H1
Further Studies in Mathematics
11. Groups and Symmetries: MAT301H1
12. Complex Variables: MAT334H1
13. Partial Differential Equations: 0.5 credit from APM346H1/ MAT351Y1
14. Advanced Topics: 1.0 credit from APM421H1/ APM426H1/ APM441H1/ APM446H1/ PHY407H1/ PHY408H1/ PHY456H1
Notes:
Courses accepted towards this program’s ethics requirement:
CSC300H1/ CSE240H1/ CSE270H1/ EEB215H1/ ENV200H1/ ESS205H1/ any ETH200+/ FOR201H1/ HIS268H1/ HPS200H1/ HPS202H1/ INS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL265H1/ PHL271H1/ PHL273H1/ PHL275H1/ PHL281H1/ PHL295H1/ SDS256H1/ another suitable course with permission from the Associate Chair, Undergraduate
The Specialist Mathematics & Its Applications Specialist (Teaching) is directed toward students who are interested in teaching at the elementary or secondary level and who wish to bring a strong Mathematics background to bear in the classroom.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students are encouraged to take their introductory analysis, algebra, and programming in their first year of study ( MAT157Y1/ MAT137Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1, CSC108H1).
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Mathematics & Its Applications Specialist (Teaching) in the Summer after Year 2.
10.5-11.0 credits, including at least 1.0 credit at the 400-level
Fundamentals for Mathematical Applications related to Teaching
1. Calculus, Analysis and Proofs: 2.0 – 2.5 credits from MAT157Y1/ ( MAT137Y1, MAT246H1), MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1
2. Algebra: 1.0 credit from MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1
3. Ordinary Differential Equations: MAT244H1/ MAT267H1
4. Computer Programing: CSC108H1
5. Probability and Statistics: STA237H1/ STA257H1
Ethical and Social Responsibility
6. 0.5 credit with a significant emphasis on ethics and social responsibility (list below)
Further Studies in Mathematics related to Teaching
7. Concepts in Elementary Mathematics: MAT329Y1
8. History of Mathematics: 1.0 credit from HPS390H1/ MAT390H1, HPS391H1/ MAT391H1
9. Intriguing Topics: 1.0 credit from MAT309H1/ MAT315H1/ STA302H1/ STA347H1
Further Studies in Mathematics:
10. Groups & Symmetries: MAT301H1
11. Complex Variables: MAT334H1
12. Advanced Topics: 1.0 credit further from MAT332H1/ MAT335H1/ MAT337H1/ MAT344H1/ MAT363H1/ MAT367H1
13. Further Topics: 1.0 credit of any APM/MAT 400-level courses, MAT401H1/ MAT402H1 recommended
Notes:
Courses accepted towards this program’s ethics requirement:
CSC300H1/ CSE240H1/ CSE270H1/ EEB215H1/ ENV200H1/ ESS205H1/ any ETH200+/ FOR201H1/ HIS268H1/ HPS200H1/ HPS202H1/ INS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL265H1/ PHL271H1/ PHL273H1/ PHL275H1/ PHL281H1/ PHL295H1/ SDS256H1/ another suitable course with permission from the Associate Chair, Undergraduate
The Major in Mathematics is directed toward students who are interested in combining a solid knowledge of Mathematics with studies in other disciplines. While typically less in-depth than the Specialist Programs, it still covers a broad swath of the subject.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students are encouraged to take their introductory calculus/analysis and algebra in their first year of study [( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1)], MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Mathematics Major in the Summer after Year 2.
7.5 credits, including 2.5 credits at the 300+ level with a minimum of 0.5 credit at the 400 level
Mathematics Fundamentals
1. 2.5 credits from ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1, MAT246H1)/ ( MAT137Y1, MAT246H1)/ ( MAT157Y1, 0.5 credit from APM/MAT200+ courses), MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1
2. Algebra: 1.0 credit from MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, MAT224H1/ MAT247H1
3. Ordinary Differential Equations: MAT244H1/ MAT267H1
Ethical and Social Responsibility
4. 0.5 credit with a significant emphasis on ethics and social responsibility (list below)
Higher Studies in Mathematics
5. Groups and Symmetries: MAT301H1
6. Mathematical Logic or Number Theory: MAT309H1/ MAT315H1
7. Complex Variables: MAT334H1
8. Further Topics: 1.5 credits including 1.0 credit at the 300+ level including 0.5 credit at the 400-level: ACT240H1/ ACT230H1/ APM236H1/ APM346H1/ any APM400-level course/ HPS390H1/ HPS391H1/ MAT309H1/ MAT315H1/ MAT332H1/ MAT335H1/ MAT337H1/ MAT344H1/ MAT363H1/ MAT390H1/ MAT391H1/ any MAT400-level course/ PSL432H1/ STA247H1/ STA257H1
Notes:
Courses accepted towards this program’s ethics requirement:
CSC300H1/ CSE240H1/ CSE270H1/ EEB215H1/ ENV200H1/ ESS205H1/ any ETH200+/ FOR201H1/ HIS268H1/ HPS200H1/ HPS202H1/ INS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL265H1/ PHL271H1/ PHL273H1/ PHL275H1/ PHL281H1/ PHL295H1/ SDS256H1/ another suitable course with permission from the Associate Chair, Undergraduate
4.0 credits, including 1.0 at the 300+ level
Notes:
Physics has deep historical roots in natural philosophy and many aspects of contemporary Physics raise profound philosophical questions about the nature of reality. The interdisciplinary Physics and Philosophy Program allows the student to engage with both Physics and Philosophy at their deepest levels, and to more fully explore the connections between them.
Consult Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies), Department of Physics or Philosophy.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
(15.0 credits, including at least 1.5 credits at the 400-level)
First Year: (2.5 credits)
( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1 (The courses MAT137Y1, MAT223H1, PHY151H1, PHY152H1 are recommended.)
First or Second Year: (1.5 credits)
1.5 credits of: PHL232H1/ PHL233H1/ PHL240H1/ PHL245H1/ HPS250H1/ PHL255H1 ( PHL245H1 may only be counted here if MAT157Y1 is not taken)
Second Year: (3.0 credits)
MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1/ MAT235Y1, MAT244H1/ MAT267H1, PHY250H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1 (The courses MAT237Y1, MAT244H1 are recommended.)
Third Year: (2.0 credits)
MAT334H1/ MAT354H1, PHY252H1, ( PHY350H1/ PHY354H1), PHY356H1
Fourth Year: (1.0 credit)
Any Year: (5.0 credits)
( PHL345H1/ PHL347H1), PHL355H1, PHL356H1, ( PHL415H1/ PHL455H1/ PHL482H1), plus 1.0 credit of ( PHL325H1/ PHL331H1/ PHL332H1/ PHL346H1/ PHL354H1/ PHL357H1) plus 2.0 additional PHL credits, at least 0.5 credit of which must be from Course Group 2 - Value Theory (The courses PHL265H1, PHL275H1 are recommended.)
Group 2 - Value Theory:
PHL265H1, PHL295H1, PHL365H1, PHL366H1, PHL370H1, PHL375H1, PHL407H1, PHL412H1, PHL413H1, PHL483H1
A Physics Major program is appropriate for students interested in a more flexible and diverse undergraduate physics program. A Physics Major may be tailored to be a natural counterpart to a second Major in mathematics, astronomy, computer science, environmental science, geology or the life sciences. Students should consult the Associate Chairs (Undergraduate Studies) of Physics and the respective departments for advice on course selections.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Physics Major in the Summer after Year 2.
(8.0 credits, including 2.0 credits at the 300+ level, with at least one 0.5 credit at the 400-level)
First Year: (2.0 credits)
( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1
Second Year: (3.0 credits)
1. MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, PHY224H1
2. 1.0 credit from PHY231H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1, PHY331H1
Third Year: (2.5 credits)
1. MAT244H1/ MAT267H1, PHY324H1/ PHY405H1/ PHY407H1/ PHY408H1
2. 1.5 credits, including at least a 0.5 credit at the PHY 400-level, from APM346H1/ MAT334H1/ MAT354H1/ PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses/ JPE395H1/ JPE493H1, excluding JPH311H1, JPH441H1. A maximum of a 0.5 credit from APM346H1/ MAT334H1/ MAT354H1 may be used to fulfil this requirement
Third or Fourth Year: (0.5 credit)
1. Ethics and Social Responsibility Requirement: The Physics course JPH441H1 meets this requirement as well as any of the following courses: HPS200H1/ ENV222H1/ ENV333H1/ ESS205H1/ PHL273H1/ VIC172Y1/ AST310H1. See Note 2.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
1. Students in the Physics Major program who are intending to pursue graduate studies in Physics should consult with the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies).
2. Requirement 1 in Third or Fourth Year represents a 0.5 credit with a significant emphasis on "Ethics and Social Responsibility", in the context of the physical sciences. Students may use the CR/NCR option towards any of the courses listed in Requirement 1. Another Arts & Science course with a significant emphasis on "Ethics and Social Responsibility", in the context of the physical sciences, may be substituted subject to approval from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies).
The Physics Specialist Program offers rigorous training in the full spectrum of core physics subfields, as well as their numerous important applications. Practical courses treat the experimental and computational aspects and complement the lecture courses. Physics concerns many of the most fundamental questions in our scientific understanding of the universe. What is the nature of matter and energy at the smallest scales? What are the physical processes that govern the Earth’s climate? What is the nature of light and how can it be controlled? How do the collective properties of solids emerge from those of individual atoms? How do biological processes organize themselves to maintain their survival? What is the structure and evolution of the Earth and the other planets? How can quantum information be used for computation? Physics seeks answers to these questions using a combination of theory, computation and precise experimental work, and the results find application across all of science.
Consult the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies), Department of Physics.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Physics Specialist in the Summer after Year 2.
(13.5 credits, including 1.0 credit at the 400-level)
First Year: (2.5 credits)
( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1, MAT223H1/ MAT240H1, PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1
(The courses MAT137Y1, MAT223H1, PHY151H1, PHY152H1 are recommended.)
Second Year: (4.0 credits)
MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1/ MAT235Y1, MAT244H1/ MAT267H1, PHY224H1, PHY250H1, PHY252H1, PHY254H1, PHY256H1
(The courses MAT237Y1, MAT244H1 are recommended.)
Second or Third Year: (0.5 credit)
PHY324H1
Third Year: (3.0 credits)
1. APM346H1, MAT334H1/ MAT354H1, PHY350H1, PHY354H1, PHY356H1
2. Additional 0.5 credit from PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses/ JPE395H1/ JPE493H1, excluding JPH311H1, JPH441H1
Third or Fourth Year: (3.5 credits)
1. PHY424H1
2. 1.0 credit from PHY450H1, PHY452H1, PHY454H1, PHY456H1, PHY460H1
3. PHY405H1/ PHY407H1/ PHY408H1/ PHY426H1/ PHY478H1. See Note 2.
4. 1.0 credit, including at least a 0.5 PHY credit at the 400-level, from PHY 300-level courses/ PHY 400-level courses/ JPE395H1/ JPE493H1, excluding JPH311H1, JPH441H1
5. Ethics and Social Responsibility Requirement: The Physics course JPH441H1 meets this requirement as well as any of the following courses: HPS200H1/ ENV222H1/ ENV333H1/ ESS205H1/ PHL273H1/ VIC172Y1/ AST310H1. See Note 3.
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.
Notes:
1. Students are encouraged but not required to enrol in the independent study and project courses such as PHY371Y1, PHY478H1, etc.
2. PHY479Y1 (Undergraduate Research Project) satisfies Requirement 3 in Third or Fourth Year and counts as a 0.5 credit at the PHY 400-level for Requirement 4 in Third or Fourth Year. Students may use MAT351Y1 instead of APM346H1 for Requirement 1 in Third Year.
3. Requirement 5 in Third or Fourth Year represents a 0.5 credit with a significant emphasis on "Ethics and Social Responsibility", in the context of the physical sciences. Students may use the CR/NCR option towards any of the courses listed in Requirement 5. Another Arts & Science course with a significant emphasis on "Ethics and Social Responsibility", in the context of the physical sciences, may be substituted subject to approval from the Associate Chair (Undergraduate Studies).
4. The requirement for an integrative, inquiry-based activity is satisfied by the required course PHY424H1.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average in required courses is needed for entry, and this minimum changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants. The following courses or their equivalents must be completed:
To ensure that students admitted to the program will be successful, applicants with a final grade lower than 60% in each course, or a grade average lower than 70% in these required courses will not be considered for admission. Please note that obtaining this minimum final grade or minimum grade average does not guarantee admission to the program. The underlying numeric final mark in each of your courses required for program enrolment will be used by the relevant academic unit to determine your eligibility.
Applications from students lacking numerical grades in one or more of the specified prerequisites, or students applying in their second or later years, may be considered on the basis of their entire academic record and the availability of space in the program. In addition to applying through ACORN, students applying in their second year or later are asked to please contact the department directly at physiology.undergrad@utoronto.ca, specify which program you would like to be considered for, and provide your student number.
Please consult the Arts & Science Program Toolkit for more information on program enrolment, or the Physiology website at www.physiology.utoronto.ca.
(14 credits)
First Year:
BIO120H1, BIO130H1; ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1)/ CHM151Y1; ( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/( PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
First Year or Upper Years:
( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1*
Second Year:
1. 2.5 credits from BCH210H1; BIO230H1/ BIO255H1; CHM220H1/ CHM247H1/ CHM249H1; PSL300H1, PSL301H1
2. 1.5 credits from BIO220H1, BIO260H1/ HMB265H1; MAT235Y1, PHY231H1, PSL299Y1/ PSL399Y1, STA220H1/ STA250H1
Third Year:
1. 3 credits from BCH370H1; PSL304H1, PSL305H1, PSL350H1/ CSB349H1/ BCH311H1, PSL372H1, PSL374H1
2. 1 credit from the following list: ANA300Y1, ANA301H1; BME498Y1; CSB325H1, CSB332H/ CJH332H1, CSB343H1, CSB345H1/ CSB445H1, CSB346H1, CSB347H1; IMM340H1/ IMM341H1, IMM350H1/ IMM351H1; JPM300H1; PCL201H1, PCL285H, PCL302H1; PHY331H1, PSL310H1; PSL378H1/ PSL379H0/ PSL398H0; PSY397H1
Fourth Year: (at least 2 credits at 400-level)
1. PSL496Y1/ PSL497H1/ PSL498Y1/ PSL499H1/ JPM400Y1
2. 1-1.5 credits from PSL400-series or HMB430H1/ HMB470H1/ HMB472H1
* These courses may be taken in the first year or subsequent years, and are not required for entrance into the specialist program.
The Planetary Sciences Specialist covers the chemical, geological, and physical processes that define planetary environments, and provides excellent training for a wide range of future careers.
This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.
(14.0 credits, including 2.0 credits at the 300+ level, of which 1.0 credit must be a the 400-level)
First year:
1. ( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/ ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
2. ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT135Y1/ MAT137Y1
3. 1.0 credit from: CHM135H1, CHM136H1, CSC108H1/ CSC148H1/ EEB125H1, JEG100H1, STA220H1
First or second year:
Second or third year:
10. ( CHM222H1, CHM223H1)/ ( PHY250H1, PHY256H1)
11. 1.0 credit from: CHM210H1, CHM236H1, CHM237H1, ESS223H1, ESS224H1, ESS241H1, GGR201H1, PHY224H1
12. AST310H1/ ENV222H1/ ENV333H1/ ESS205H1/ HPS200H1/ JPH441H1/ PHL273H1/ VIC172Y1, or another course with a significant emphasis on Social and Ethical Responsibility approved by the Undergraduate Chair.
Upper years:
13. AST320H1
14. JPE395H1
15. AST425Y1
16. AST325H1, PHY405H1, PHY407H1, PHY408H1, PHY324H1, CHM327H1, or any research course (such as AST430H1, ESS450H1, ESS391H1, PHY372H1), by permission of the Undergraduate Chair
17. 1.0 credit from: PHY350H1, PHY354H1, PHY385H1, PHY392H1, PHY454H1, PHY460H1, PHY483H1, PHY492H1, ESS311H1, ESS445H1, ESS452H1, ESS361H1, ESS461H1, CHM326H1, CHM415H1, JPE493H1, APM346H1
Statistical Science encompasses methods and tools for obtaining knowledge from data and for understanding the uncertainty associated with this knowledge. The purposes of the undergraduate programs are to: (1) equip students with a general framework for obtaining knowledge from data; (2) give students skills that they are able to flexibly apply to a variety of problems; and (3) to provide students with the ability to learn new methods as needs, data sources, and technology change.
The Specialist Program in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice is distinguished from the specialist program in Statistical Science: Theory and Methods through its emphasis on collaborative statistical practice and advanced exposure to an allied discipline. The program includes fundamental concepts in probability and statistical theory with mathematical prerequisites relevant to statistical practice. Students in the program acquire advanced expertise in statistical reasoning, methods, and computation, and complete a focus in another discipline that permits students to become conversant in that discipline to the extent that they can effectively collaborate. Students will also acquire advanced skills in communication, consultation and collaboration and an understanding of the role of mathematical thinking to support the development and evaluate the properties of statistical methods.
This is a limited enrolment program. Note there are different admission criteria depending on whether a student has completed between 4.0 and 8.5 credits, or 9.0 or more credits.
For students who have completed between 4.0 and 8.5 credits:
Completed Courses (some with minimum grades)
The following courses are required:
• STA130H1
• CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC111H1/ CSC120H1/ CSC148H1
• MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1
• ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1) with a minimum grade of 73% in each/ MAT137Y1 (63%)/ MAT157Y1 (63%)
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average in STA130H1 and ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1 is needed for entry. This minimum grade average changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants.
Note:
- Students who take ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1) will typically require a higher minimum grade average than students who take MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1.
- STA130H1 is restricted to first-year students, therefore students are strongly encouraged to take STA130H1 in their first year. If you are unable to complete STA130H1 in first year, see notes below for accepted substitutions for this requirement.
For students who have completed 9.0 or more credits:
Completed Courses (some with minimum grades)
The following courses are required:
• CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC111H1/ CSC120H1/ CSC148H1
• MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1
• MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1
• ( STA237H1 and STA238H1) with a minimum grade of 73% in each/ ( STA247H1 and STA248H1) with a minimum grade of 73% in each/ ( STA257H1 and STA261H1) with a minimum grade of 63% in each.
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average in ( STA237H1 and STA238H1)/ ( STA247H1 and STA248H1)/ ( STA257H1 and STA261H1) and MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1 is needed for entry. This minimum grade average changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants.
Note:
Students who take ( STA237H1, STA238H1)/( STA247H1, STA248H1) will typically require a higher minimum grade average than students who take ( STA257H1, STA261H1).
Arts & Science Internship Program
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that space is more limited for Year 3 entry and students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Specialist in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice in the Summer after Year 2.
(10.5 or 11.0 credits plus a disciplinary focus requiring 2.0-3.5 credits)
First year:
1. STA130H1, ( CSC108H1, CSC148H1)/ ( CSC110Y1, CSC111H1)/ ( CSC110Y1, CSC148H1), ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1. ( MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1 recommended)
Notes:
2. Recommended: introductory course in disciplinary focus. MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1 is also strongly recommended to be taken in first year and is required preparation for MAT237Y1.
Second year:
3. MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1, MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1, ( STA237H1, STA238H1)/ ( STA247H1, STA248H1)/ ( STA257H1, STA261H1)
(( STA257H1, STA261H1) recommended)
Upper years:
4. STA302H1, STA303H1, STA304H1/ STA305H1, STA313H1/ STA314H1/ STA365H1, STA355H1
5. 1.5 credits from the following list: STA414H1, STA437H1, STA442H1, STA457H1, STA465H1, STA475H1, STA480H1, STA410H1
6. STA490Y1. Students who complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream will also meet this requirement.
7. 1.0 credit from the following list: MAT224H1/ MAT247H1, MAT337H1/ MAT357H1, CSC207H1, or any remaining 300+ level STA courses not used toward other requirements of this program - STA304H1, STA305H1, STA313H1, STA314H1, STA347H1, STA365H1, STA410H1, STA414H1, STA437H1, STA442H1, STA447H1, STA450H1, STA452H1, STA453H1, STA457H1, STA465H1, STA475H1, STA480H1, STA492H1, STA496H1/ STA497H1 ( STA399H1 and STA399Y1 may be considered on a case by case basis with the approval of the Program Director.)
Notes:
-If you do not complete STA130H1 in your first year of study, this requirement must be fulfilled by completing a 300 or 400-level 0.5 credit STA course to replace STA130H1. Please note that the 300 or 400-level STA course used to replace STA130H1 cannot be a course that is already being used to meet a program completion requirement.
Disciplinary Focuses
Students in the Specialist Program in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice program must enrol in and complete at least one disciplinary focus.
To enrol in one or more focuses, students must first be enrolled in the Specialist Program in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice program. Enrolment instructions can be found on the Arts & Science Program Toolkit website. Focuses can be chosen on ACORN after admission to the program, which begins in July.
Health Studies (ASFOC2270A): (2.0 credits) HMB342H1, at least 0.5 credit from HST209H1/ HST211H1/ HST250H1, and at least 0.5 credit from HST308H1/ HST310H1/ HST405H1/ HST330H1/ HST440H1/ HST464H1
Global Health (ASFOC2270B): (3.0 credits) BIO120H1, BIO130H1, HMB203H1, HMB265H1, HMB323H1/ HMB303H1/ HMB306H1/ JNH350H1/ HMB342H1, HMB433H1/ HMB406H1/ HMB462H1/ HAJ453H1/ HMB434H1 (Recommended: HMB433H1)
Health and Disease (ASFOC2270C): (3.0 credits) BIO120H1, BIO130H1, HMB202H1, HMB265H1, HMB302H1/ HMB322H1/ HMB312H1/ HMB342H1, HMB422H1/ HMB402H1/ HMB432H1/ HMB434H1/ HMB435H1/ HMB436H1/ HMB437H1/ HMB452H1/ HMB462H1
Fundamental Genetics and its Applications (ASFOC2270D): (3.0 credits) BIO120H1, BIO130H1, HMB201H1, HMB265H1, HMB301H1/ HMB311H1/ HMB321H1/ HMB360H1, HMB421H1/ HMB441H1/ HMB401H1/ HMB431H1 (Recommended: HMB421H1)
Neuroscience (ASFOC2270E): (3.0 credits) BIO120H1, BIO130H1, HMB200H1, HMB265H1, HMB300H1/ HMB310H1/ HMB320H1/ HMB360H1/ CJH332H1, HMB420H1/ JHA410H1/ HMB430H1/ HMB450H1 (Recommended: HMB420H1)
Social Psychology (ASFOC2270F): (2.0 credits) PSY100H1, PSY220H1, PSY322H1, PSY326H1/ PSY321H1/ PSY424H1/ PSY426H1/ PSY405H1/ PSY406H1
Cognitive Psychology (ASFOC2270G): (2.0 credits) PSY100H1, PSY270H1, PSY493H1, PSY372H1/ PSY405H1/ PSY406H1/ PSY475H1
Sociolinguistics (ASFOC2270H): (3.0 credits) LIN100Y1; two of LIN228H1, LIN229H1, LIN232H1 or LIN241H1; LIN351H1 and LIN456H1
Psycholinguistics (ASFOC2270I): (3.0 credits) LIN100Y1; two of LIN228H1, LIN229H1, LIN232H1 or LIN241H1; two of JLP374H1, JLP315H1 or JLP471H1
Astronomy & Astrophysics (ASFOC2270J): (2.5 or 3.0 credits) ( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/ ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1); AST221H1, AST222H1; ( PHY252H1, AST320H1)/ AST325H1/ AST326Y1
Sociology (ASFOC2270K): (2.5 credits) ( SOC100H1, SOC150H1) with a combined minimum grade average of 65%; SOC204H1; 1.0 credit from SOC303H1, SOC312H1, SOC336H1, SOC355H1, SOC363H1, SOC364H1.
Students interested in advanced study in Sociology should consider additional courses, in particular SOC201H1, SOC251H1, and SOC254H1
Ecology (ASFOC2270L): (3.0 credits) BIO120H1, BIO220H1; 2.0 credits from (with at least a 0.5 credit at the 400-level) EEB319H1/ EEB321H1/ EEB328H1/ EEB365H1/ EEB428H1/ EEB433H1/ EEB440H1 or ENV234H1/ ENV334H1/ ENV432H1
Evolutionary Biology (ASFOC2270M): (3.5 credits) BIO120H1, BIO130H1, BIO220H1; 1.5 credits from HMB265H1/ BIO260H1, EEB318H1, EEB323H1, EEB324H1, EEB325H1, EEB362H1, EHJ352H1; 0.5 credit from EEB440H1, EEB455H1, EEB458H1, EEB459H1, EEB460H1
Notes:
Economics (ASFOC2270N): (3.5 credits) ( ECO101H1, ECO102H1), ECO200Y1/ ECO206Y1, ECO202Y1/ ECO208Y1, 0.5 credit 300+ series ECO course with the exception of ECO374H1 and ECO375H1
Biochemistry (ASFOC2270O): (3.0 credits)
CHM135H1, CHM136H1, BCH210H1, BCH311H1, BCH370H1, BCH441H1
Physics (ASFOC2270P): (2.5 credits)
PHY131H1/ PHY151H1, PHY132H1/ PHY152H1, PHY224H1, PHY252H1/ PHY254H1/ PHY256H1, PHY324H1
Pharmacology and Biomedical Toxicology (ASFOC2270Q): (3.0 credits)
BIO130H1 (70%), PSL300H1, PSL301H1, PCL201H1, PCL302H1, PCL345H1/ PCL362H1/ PCL381H1/ PCL469H1/ PCL470H1
Immunology (3.0 Credits) - BIO130H1 (70%), IMM250H1, IMM340H1, IMM350H1, IMM360H1, IMM429H1/ IMM430H1/ IMM431H1/ IMM435H1
Students in the Focus in Immunology can request that Immunology waive the BIO and BCH prerequisites for IMM340H1, IMM360H1, and IMM435H1. These waivers will only be considered for students in the Specialist in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice Focus in Immunology. All other pre- and co-requisites are required.
Statistical Science encompasses methods and tools for obtaining knowledge from data and for understanding the uncertainty associated with this knowledge. The purposes of the undergraduate programs are to: (1) equip students with a general framework for obtaining knowledge from data; (2) give students skills that they are able to flexibly apply to a variety of problems; and (3) to provide students with the ability to learn new methods as needs, data sources, and technology change.
The Major in Statistics gives students a broad understanding of the statistical methods and computational and communication skills appropriate for effective statistical problem solving. The successful student will also acquire a general understanding of the role of mathematical thinking to support the development and evaluate the properties of statistical methods. While the Major is designed to complement study in an area of application of quantitative methods, students in the Major may choose to have a greater focus in probability and statistical theory through elective courses.
This is a limited enrolment program. Note there are different admission criteria depending on whether a student has completed between 4.0 and 8.5 credits, or 9.0 or more credits.
For students who have completed between 4.0 and 8.5 credits:
Completed Courses
The following courses are required:
• STA130H1
• ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average in STA130H1 and ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1 is needed for entry. This minimum grade average changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants.
Note:
- Students who take ( MAT135H1 and MAT136H1) will typically require a higher minimum grade average than students who take MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1.
- STA130H1 is restricted to first-year students, therefore students are strongly encouraged to take STA130H1 in their first year. If you are unable to complete STA130H1 in first year, see notes below for accepted substitutions for this requirement.
For students who have completed 9.0 or more credits:
Completed Courses
The following courses are required:
• CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC111H1/ CSC120H1/ CSC148H1
• MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1
• MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1
• ( STA237H1 and STA238H1)/ ( STA247H1 and STA248H1)/ ( STA257H1 and STA261H1)/ ECO227Y1
Variable Minimum Grade Average
A minimum grade average in ( STA237H1 and STA238H1)/ ( STA247H1 and STA248H1)/ ( STA257H1 and STA261H1)/ ECO227Y1 and MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1 is needed for entry. This minimum grade average changes each year depending on available spaces and the number of applicants.
Note:
- Students who take ( STA237H1 and STA238H1)/ ( STA247H1 and STA248H1) will typically require a higher minimum grade average than students who take ( STA257H1 and STA261H1)/ ECO227Y1.
(7.0 or 7.5 credits, including a 0.5 credit STA 400-series course)
First Year:
STA130H1, CSC108H1/ CSC110Y1/ CSC111H1/ CSC120H1/ CSC148H1, ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1.
( MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1 recommended in first year)
Second Year:
MAT223H1/ MAT224H1/ MAT240H1, MAT235Y1/ MAT237Y1/ MAT257Y1; ( STA247H1, STA248H1)/ ( STA237H1, STA238H1)/ ( STA257H1, STA261H1)/ ECO227Y1
( STA237H1 and STA238H1 are strongly recommended. MAT221H1 may not be used for this requirement.)
Higher Years:
1. STA302H1
2. 0.5 credit from STA313H1/ STA314H1/ STA365H1/ STA347H1/ STA355H1
3. 0.5 credit from STA414H1/ STA437H1/ STA442H1/ STA457H1/ STA465H1/ STA475H1/ STA480H1
4. 1.0 credit from remaining STA300+ level courses not used toward other program requirements in the following list: STA303H1, STA304H1, STA305H1, STA313H1, STA314H1, STA347H1, STA355H1, STA365H1, STA410H1, STA414H1, STA437H1, STA442H1, STA447H1, STA450H1, STA452H1, STA453H1, STA457H1, STA465H1, STA475H1, STA480H1, STA490Y1, STA492H1, STA496H1/ STA497H1 ( STA399H1 and STA399Y1 may be considered on a case by case basis with the approval of the Program Director).
Note:
Consult Professor R. Batey, Department of Chemistry.
This program focuses on the fundamentals and practical aspects of modern synthetic organic and inorganic chemistry, and the understanding and applications of catalytic reactions. Students will become exposed to extensive green chemistry approaches from both experimental and theoretical perspectives. The program provides preparation for career paths as synthetic/discovery chemists, in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biomedical, crop protection, materials and related sectors, or for academic research and teaching positions. This program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry.
This is a limited enrolment program. Students must have completed 4.0 credits and meet the requirements listed below to enrol.
Completed courses (with minimum grades)
The following courses with the stated minimum grades are required:
• ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1) (63% in each)/ CHM151Y1 (63%)
Students in this program have the option to request enrolment in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream. Students can apply for the ASIP stream after Year 1 (Year 2 entry) or after Year 2 (Year 3 entry, starting Fall 2024). Full details about ASIP, including student eligibility, selection and enrolment, are available in the ASIP section of the Arts & Science Academic Calendar. Please note that the majority of students enter ASIP in Fall term of Year 2. Space is more limited for Year 3 entry. Students applying for Year 3 entry must have been admitted to the Synthetic & Catalytic Chemistry Specialist in the Summer after Year 2.
(14.0 credits)
First Year: ( CHM151Y1 strongly recommended)/ ( CHM135H1, CHM136H1); ( MAT135H1, MAT136H1)/ MAT137Y1/ MAT157Y1; ( PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/ ( PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
Second and Higher Years:
Students in this program have the option to complete the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) stream.