UTP Stage II: Science
Overview
The Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University offers a wide variety of undergraduate programs across seven academic departments and are home to several leading-edge research centres.
Science faculty members are engaged in high-quality research, the advancement of scientific knowledge and the application of that knowledge to real-world problems. They bring their expertise and enthusiasm for research into the classroom. Many undergraduate students find opportunities to enrich their learning through involvement in Laurier research projects or through co-op work experience.
The Faculty of Science is committed to offering high-quality programs in the pure and applied sciences. We share with the rest of the university a commitment to offering students a supportive environment and an enriching experience that prepares them for future success.
KEY INFORMATION
Duration
- 3 terms
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Location
- Wilfrid Laurier University, Brantford campus*
Your direct pathway into Wilfrid Laurier University
*Students in the Faculty of Science will complete their UTP studies at the Brantford Campus and, upon successful completion of the program, will transfer to complete their degree at Laurier’s Waterloo campus.
Program transfer options include:
- Biochemistry and Biotechnology (Honours BSc)
- Biology (Honours BSc)
- Biology (Honours BA)
- Biology and Chemistry (Honours BSc)
- Biology and Psychology (Honours BSc)
- Chemistry (Honours BSc)
- Chemistry and Physics (Honours BSc)
- Computer Science (Honours BSc)
- Computer Science and Psychology (Honours BSc)
- Data Science (Honours BSc)
- Financial Mathematics (Honours BA)
- Mathematics (Honours BA)
- Psychology (Honours BSc)
- Psychology and Neuroscience (Honours BSc)
- Science (Honours BSc)
- Science (Honours BSc) and LLB (Sussex) Stream
- Water Science and Environmental Health (Honours BSc)
Faculty of Science Majors
Data-driven decision making has become an industry standard, creating unprecedented demand for data-oriented professionals to analyze patterns and models for all kinds of data, with applications ranging from scientific discovery to business intelligence and analytics. The first undergraduate degree of its kind in Canada, our Data Science program addresses the data-related needs of modern business industries.
From applied cryptography to mobile computing, Computer Science will help you develop strong algorithm analysis and design skills in procedural, object-oriented and low-level languages. Our Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science program provides the hands-on experience that is key to understanding computing fundamentals with an optional introduction to functional, parallel and logical paradigms.
Laurier’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Financial Mathematics program is structured to teach you mathematics and its financial applications with a focus on how mathematics is connected with social science and business.
Our program’s modern approach involves simultaneously analyzing financial risks, evaluating prices of complex securities, valuing investments and combined assets, and liability management.
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Science Program Structure
During the UTP Stage II: Science program you will study courses that introduce you to a wide range of disciplines. Below is a sample of the courses that you might take during the program:
- Calculus I
- Introduction to Programming
- Data Structures I
- Introduction to Indigenous Studies
- Design Thinking 1: Foundations
- Introduction to Microeconomics
- Introduction to Macroeconomics
- Introduction to Psychology I
- Understanding the Business Environment
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Communication Skills for Leadership
Science Progression Requirements
You will transfer into the Honours Bachelor of Science program in the Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University with 5.0 credits (10 courses) toward your degree upon successful completion of the UTP Stage II: Faculty of Science (Honours BSc) program if you meet the following requirements:
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CP104 and CP164 and an overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BU111, CP104, CP164, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CP104 and CP164 and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-).
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses CP104, CP164, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-).
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses MA103, EN190, 1.0 credit from both BI110 and BI111 or both CH110 and CH111 or both CP104 and CP164.
- A minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-).
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses MA103, CP104, CP164, EC120, EC140, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in BI110 and BI111, and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, B111, CH110, CH111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CH130, CH131, BI110 and BI111, and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, B111, CH130, CH131, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in BI110, BI111, PS101 and PS102 and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, BI111, CH110, CH111, PS101, PS102, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00 (C).
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, BI111, CH110, CH111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CH130 and CH131, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses CH130, CH131, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in BI110, BI111, CH130 and CH131, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, BI111, CH130, CH131, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CH130 and CH131, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses CH130, CH131, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00 (C)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, BI111, CH110, CH111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 8.00 (B)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, BI111, CH110, CH111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in PS101 and PS102, and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses PS101, PS102, BI110, BI111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in PS101 and PS102, and a minimum overall GPA of 5.00 (C)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses PS101, PS102, BI110, BI111, MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in CP104 and CP164, PS101 and PS102, and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses CP104, CP164, MA103, PS101, PS102.
You will transfer into the Honours Bachelor of Arts program in the Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University with 5.0 credits (10 courses) toward your degree upon successful completion of the UTP Stage II: Faculty of Science (Honours BA) program if you meet the following requirements:
- A minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-).
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses MA103, EN190.
- A minimum GPA of 5.00 (C) in BI110 and BI111, and a minimum overall GPA of 4.00 (C-)
- Completion of a minimum of 10 courses (5.0 credits) in the WLIC UTP program, including the required courses BI110, B111, EN190.
| Program | Courses to be Completed on Progression |
|---|---|
| Data Science (BSc) | MA120 or MA121, MA122, DATA100 |
| Computer Science (BSc) | MA122 |
| Mathematics (BSc/BA) | MA104, MA121, MA122 |
| Financial Math (BSc/BA) | MA104, MA121, MA122, MA170 |
| Biology (BSc) | BI196, PC141 |
| Biology and Chemistry (BSc) | PC131, PC132 |
| Water Science and Environmental Health (BSc) | GG101, GL101 or PC141 |
| Chemistry (BSc) | PC131 and PC132 or PC141 and PC142 |
| Biochemistry and Biotechnology (BSc) | PC131 and PC132 or PC141 and PC142 |
| Chemistry and Physics (BSc) | PC131 and PC132 or PC141 and PC142 |
| Psychology (BSc) | UU150 |
| Computer Science and Psychology (BSc) | MA122 |