VIEWBOOK
2014
welcome to Queen’s
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Student Support Services
Live in Kingston
Clubs and Associations
Live in Residence
getINVOLVED
thinkGLOBALLY
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STUDY
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22 Athletics and Recreation
38 Faculty of Arts and Science
62 First Year Study Abroad
64 Faculty of Engineering
and Applied Science
68 Commerce
70 Concurrent Education
72 Nursing Science
74 Graduate and Professional
Studies
FINANCE
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105 See Queen’s for Yourself
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CONNECT 108
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Queen’s casts a
“potent and mysterious spell.”
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So said a Queen’s principal a long
time ago. It’s the beauty of the
place, its history, its reputation for
excellence. More, it’s the people.
The students, the professors,
the artists and the visionaries –
a community defined by its spirit
of initiative. Working together,
questioning, imagining, creating –
making a difference.
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The Queen’s Student: You
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ueen’s attracts students who want to excel, and who want to do. Surrounded by
bright, motivated peers, and aided and encouraged by Queen’s supportive
atmosphere, you’ll spend four years being taught by some of the finest academic minds
anywhere – acclaimed philosophers and social scientists, innovative engineers and firstrate scientists. Queen’s challenges students intellectually, and they rise to the challenge.
But for Queen’s students, the university experience is more than what happens in the
classroom. It’s working on reducing the university’s carbon footprint, or providing local
school kids with the chance to attend a summer science camp. It’s immersing yourself in
Queen’s famous school spirit, by taking part in a sport or cheering from the sidelines.
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Queen’s students come from more than 90 countries and all across Canada, and from every
imaginable background – small towns and suburbs, urban highrises and First Nations’ communities.
You’ll meet people like yourself – and others who are very different. Your fellow students will be
among the most interesting, creative and provocative individuals you will ever encounter. They will
challenge you. You won’t always agree with them, but you will get a big part of your university
education from them, in conversations over meals or in late night discussions in residence rooms.
Incoming Average
of the 1st year class:
88.9%
The Queen’s experience doesn’t end with
graduation. The friendships you make will
last the rest of your life. Wherever you go,
whatever path you choose – business or
government, law or medicine, the media
or the arts – you will find and work with
fellow Queen’s graduates. An international,
cross-generational community of excellence, people committed to dreaming and
doing, to living the Queen’s spirit.
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queensu.ca/studentaffairs
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uccessful students are balanced
students.
They know there is more to the
university experience than marks and
assignments. That, no matter how
dedicated they are, they balance work
and play, study time and extracurricular
activities.
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Queen’s will help you find your balance.
Looking for a way to get involved with
others? Want to make a difference,
locally or globally? Need to recharge
your spiritual batteries or just blow off
some steam? There’s a group to join,
someone to talk to, or a team to play
with. We also support your health and
wellness. We create a welcoming living
and learning environment and help
you boost your school performance.
All part of making sure you succeed.
And Queen’s wants you to succeed.
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SUPPORTING YOUR
SUCCESS
When you arrive at Queen’s, you are very excited, ready for the adventure, ready to learn
and ready to work. The transition to university life is a big one – and part of it is adjusting
to the challenges and workload that are part of being a Queen’s student. At Queen’s you
are never alone. We have many offices dedicated to helping you learn, think and do.
Learning Strategies Development
queensu.ca/learningstrategies
Health, Counselling and Disability Services
queensu.ca/hcds
The Learning Commons
queensu.ca/qlc
Be Well. Do Well. – healthy living strategies
bewell-dowell.org
The Writing Centre
queensu.ca/writingcentre
Queen’s University International Centre
quic.queensu.ca
The Adaptive Technology Centre
library.queensu.ca/websrs/
Chaplain’s Office
queensu.ca/chaplain
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Queen’s is committed to an inclusive and accessible
campus community. There are services and resources
across our campus to help students with disabilities,
including our Adaptive Technology Centre, the Disability Services Office and more. Check out the Accessibility @ Queen’s website at queesnu.ca/equity
(click on “Accessibility”) to get an idea of all Queen’s
has to offer.
We assist students by...
• facilitating access to information, services,
space and activities;
• promoting autonomy;
If you have a learning disability or attention
deficit/hyperactivity disorder you will need to send
in your most recent psycho-educational assessment
as early as possible, before coming to Queen’s,
so that advising staff can review it in advance of your
appointment. For more information on documentation requirements for all disabilities, please visit our
website.
If you have any questions about our services or
documentation requirements please contact us.
Office: 613-533-6467
Fax: 613-533-6284
Email: hcds.dso@queensu.ca
Website: queensu.ca/hcds/ds
• providing advocacy and support;
• recommending accommodations; and
• educating the Queen's community about the ways
in which the above objectives may be supported
and empowered.
If you are a student with a disability and think you
may require academic accommodations you will
register with the Disability Services Office (DSO) after
you are admitted to Queen’s and accept your offer
of admission.
ACADEMIC
ADVISING
No matter what faculty
or school you belong to
at Queen’s, there are
people on staff to help
you with your academics.
To learn more about library services
and adaptive technology available visit:
http://library.queensu.ca/websrs
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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
FOUR DIRECTIONS
ABORIGINAL
STUDENT CENTRE
Four Directions Aboriginal Student Centre
is committed to enhancing the
development and well-being of the
Queen’s University Aboriginal Community.
We encourage all Queen’s students to
develop an awareness and appreciation
of the history and current experiences of
Aboriginal people in Canada. In keeping
with the teachings of the Four Directions,
the Centre strives to support Aboriginal
students in balancing their academic,
spiritual, physical and emotional
development.
• Cultural programming is determined by student
interest. Past programs include a drum-making
workshop, moccasin-making workshop, guest
speakers and storytellers, traditional teachings,
Full Moon Ceremonies, and a medicine garden.
• Visiting Elder supports students in their education
journey. The Elder is an invaluable resource to
students and staff by providing support, guidance
and a leadership role. The Elder is available to meet
with students on a one-on-one basis.
• Student lounge provides a relaxing atmosphere
where students can study, write essays, socialize
and hold meetings.
• Academic and career assistance is available for
course and program selection, working with faculty
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to develop strong essay-writing skills, and assisting
students in exploring career options, peer
mentorship and academic zone.
• Resources include an Indigenous-focused library, a
list-serve providing details about Aboriginal events
on campus and in the surrounding communities.
We also have a fully-equipped kitchen, free laundry
facilities and wireless internet for students.
• Social events include a welcome back barbeque,
Early Move-In Day, and regular Three Sisters Feasts
for students and other members of the Queen’s
and local Aboriginal community. These events
create a strong sense of community for students
and give them an opportunity to meet and make
new friends.
• Professional staff includes a Director, Aboriginal
Community Liaison, Aboriginal Student Success
Strategist, Aboriginal Advisor, and an Administrative
Coordinator who are available full-time to assist you.
In recognition of the need to encourage participation
by members of the Aboriginal community in postsecondary education, Aboriginal students are eligible
to apply under the Aboriginal Admission Policy. The
AAP is a pathway for admission to the first year of a
full-time, first-entry undergraduate degree program.
For more information, please see page 94 and
contact the Aboriginal Community Liaison by
emailing fd.recruiter@queensu.ca.
Visit our website to learn more about programs
and events at Four Directions: queensu.ca/fdasc
student LIFE
QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
INTERNATIONAL CENTRE
...something for everyone
The Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) offers non-academic support for
international members of the Queen's community and those interested in study, work
and travel abroad opportunities. QUIC also has community spaces to relax, read, study,
work and meet with other students as well as table tennis and a kitchen for warming food.
What can you do at QUIC?
Learn about and settle in at Queen’s and in Canada at our International
Student Orientation sessions, or with our International Student Advisors.
Get involved! Join events and clubs.
Be part of a community of internationally-minded people at Queen’s.
Get training. Develop your international knowledge and cross-cultural skills
at our sessions and workshops.
Learn about your options for international study and work.
Volunteer. Join the more than 300 students each year who share
their skills – and maybe even learn a new one!
Connect with us online to learn more:
Website: quic.queensu.ca
Twitter: twitter.com/quic
Facebook: facebook.com/quic.queensu.ca
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kingstonBY DAY
For the years you are at Queen’s,
Kingston will be your home. A beautiful
city beautifully located, Kingston
combines big-city sophistication with
small-town livability.
Campus life can sometimes feel
all-consuming, particularly when essays
are due and exams are looming, but
Kingston is worth taking the time to
explore, even if, maybe especially, you
are feeling stressed by work.
queensu.ca/discover/kingston
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Try to count the total number of
plaques in town marking where
Sir John A. Macdonald lived,
worked, or had his mail sent.
Pick up some fresh eats at the
Farmers’ Market in Springer
Market Square
Visit the Wolfe Island corn maze
in the fall
Take a scenic run by the lake
Window-shop along
Princess Street
live in KINGSTON
Hit the Kingston WritersFest
in September
Play a lively game of hockey in
Victoria Park during the winter
Visit Fort Henry to see history
in action
Have a delicious dinner out
in downtown Kingston
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LULULEMON
LUKES
JUMP+
AMERICAN APPAREL
STARBUCKS
SIMA SUSHI
TAKE SUSHI
JACK ASTOR’S
MILESTONES
BUBBA’S POUTINE
CHEZ PIGGY
HARPER’S BURGERS
DAVID’S TEA
THREE BOUTIQUE
URBAN OUTFITTERS
HEEL BOY
PAN CHANCHO
RED HOUSE
AGENT 99
ASIAN MARKET
FIVE GUY’S
JUST HIFI
WHITE MOUNTAIN
GOLDEN ROOSTER
ZAP RECORDS
SLEEPLESS GOAT
MODERN PRIMITIVE
THE TOUCAN
TRAILHEAD
TARA NATURAL FOODS
STERLING
WOK-IN
ESTILO
NOVEL IDEA
ATOMICA GOURMET PIZZA
GOOD LIFE FITNESS
LUSH NAIL BAR
MINO’S
BURRITO AMIGO
OPEN EYE YOGA
SIPPS COFFEE AND DESSERT BAR
WOLFE ISLAND BAKERY
COFFEE & COMPANY
COOKES FINE FOODS & COFFEE
SILVER WOK
LE CHIEN NOIR
WOODEN HEADS
LONE STAR
BLACK DOG POTTERY
THE GAP
MINOTAUR GAMES AND GIFTS
CURRY ORIGINAL
live in KINGSTON
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what’s your
PASSION?
Get Involved
Queen’s offers practically every club imaginable – well, about 400 of them at least. Not a
day goes by on campus without a practice, performance, conference or competition taking
place. Our student clubs enhance what you learn in the classroom – and give you the
chance to embrace your passions.
From Amnesty International and Oxfam to Urban Snowboarding and Students
of Speculative Realms – there’s probably a club for you. If there isn’t, we can help
you create one.
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Queen’s offers practically every club
imaginable – well, about 400 of them at
least. Not a day goes by on campus
without a practice, performance,
conference or competition taking place.
Our student clubs enhance what you
learn in the classroom – and give you the
chance to embrace your passions.
From Amnesty International and Oxfam
to Urban Snowboarding and Students
of Speculative Realms – there’s probably a
club for you. If there isn’t, we can help
you create one.
what’syour
passion?
Student Government
Alma Mater Society (AMS)
Academic Grievance Centre
Accessibility Queen’s (AQ)
Bike Shop
Breakfast Club Judicial Affairs
Capture the Faculty
Catch Me If you Can
CFRC 101.9 FM
Charitable Events
Committee Against Racial and Ethnic
Discrimination (CARED)
Common Ground
CultureShock: An Anti-Racist Review
Destinations
Education on Gender Issues
Education on Queer Issues Project (EquIP)
First Year Internship Program
First Year Not In Residence Students (FYNIRS)
Food Cetre
Gender and Women’s Issues Committee
(GWIC)
Golden Tam Awards Committee
Government Issues Committee
Greenovations
HeadsUp! (A part of the mental health
awareness committee)
High School Liaison Committee
HY-School Projects & Endeavours (HYPE)
Judicial Committee
Kaleidoscope
Mental Health Awareness Committee (MHAC)
New Exchange Woohoo Transfer Students
(NEWTS)
Orientation Roundtable
Outwrite! A Queer Review
Peer Support Centre
Project Outreach for Secondary School
Education (POSSE)
Publishing and Copy Centre
Queen’s Entertainment Agency
Queen’s Feminist Review (QFR)
Queen’s Journal
Queen’s Model Parliament (QMP)
Queen’s Model United Nations
Queen’s Student Constables
Queen’s Sustainability
Queen’s TV
Students Against Poverty (SAP)
Student-Faculty Relations Committee
Student Financial Aid Awareness Committee
Student Maintenance and Resource Team
(SMART)
Student Property Assessment and Dwelling
Team (SPADE)
Field Hockey (W)
Figure Skating
Kingston Economic Development Society
(KEDS)
Students Taking Responsible Initiatives
towards
a Viable Environment (STRIVE)
Flow Dance
Mentor & Alumni
Football (M)
Public Relations Team
Teaching Awards Committee
Golf
Queen’s Accounting Association (QAA)
The Queen’s Pub
Gymnastics
Queen’s Commerce Athletics Committee
Tri-Colour outfitters
Haidong Gumdo
Queen’s Commerce Law Association (QCLA)
University District Hockey League
Highland Dance
Queen’s Commerce Initiative Abroad (Q’CIA)
Walkhome
Ice Hockey
Queen’s Commerce Masters (QCM)
Year and Design Services
Indoor Hockey
Queen’s Commerce Performing Artists (QCPA)
Arts And Science Undergraduate Society
Jiu Jitsu
Queen’s Commerce Trading Competition
(QCTC)
After School Buddies
Judo
AIDS Awareness
Karate
Alzheimer’s Outreach
Lacrosse
ArtSci Exchange
Nordic Skiing
Queen’s Energy and Commodities
Association (QECA)
ASUS Committee on the Environment (ACE)
Olympic Taekwondo
Queen’s Film Industry Liaison Committee
ASUS Formal
Outdoors
Queen’s Global Markets (QGM)
ASUS Forums
Rowing
Queen’s Micro-Credit Challenge (QMCC)
ASUS Movie Theatre
Rugby
Queen’s Non-Profit Gateway (QNP)
ASUS Orientation Committee
Sailing
Autism Partnership
Scuba
Queen’s Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow
(QSTAT)
Cancer Triad
Ski and Snowboard
Queen’s Real Estate Association (QRA)
Cystic Fibrosis Committee
Soccer
Departmental Student Councils
Squash
Queen’s University Business Engagement
Committee (QUBE)
Friends for Inclusion
Swimming
Imaginus Poster Sale
Synchro Swimming (W)
Kids for Kids
Table Tennis
Lost Paws
Taekwondo
CHAMP (Computing High School Academic
Mentorship Program)
Mindful Tutoring Service
Tennis
COMPSA Orientation Committee
Music and Memories – Heart and Stroke
Total Martial Arts
Computers for a Cause
Prison Visitations
Track and Field
Segfault
Summer Camps
Trampoline
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Program
Triathlon
Concurrent Education Students’
Association
Undergraduate Review
Ultimate Frisbee
B.Ed. Spread
Women’s Empowerment Committee
Volleyball
CESA Orientation Committee
Athletics & Recreation Teams/Clubs
Water polo
Conferences and Competitions
Archery
Wild Water
ACE Queen’s
Badminton
Wrestling
Business Forum on the Fashion Industry
Baseball (M)
Yoga
Basketball
Commerce Society
Canadian Federation of Engineering Students
(CFES)
Breakdancing
All Year Social (AYS)
Cheerleading
Board Meeting (BM)
Climbing
BrainTrust
Cross Country
Commerce Executive on Orientation
Curling
Commerce Kids
Cycling
Cure Cancer Classic (CCC)
Dance Club
Day on Bay
CUTC (Canadian Undergraduate Technology
Conference)
Dance Pack
Enactus Queen’s
DECA Queen’s
Dance Team
Exchange and Transfer Committee (ETC)
Engineering Students Societies’ Council of
Ontario (ESSCO)
Equestrian
Equity Issues Committee (EIC)
Fast Pitch
Global China Connection (GCC)
Horizons Career Conference – sponsored by
PHEKSA
Fencing
High School Liaison (HSL)
I.C.B.C. (Inter Collegiate Business Competition)
Queen’s Consulting Association (QCA)
Queen’s Creative Team
Student Faculty Academics Committee
(StuFAC)
Computing Students’ Association
CEEC (Commerce and Engineering
Environmental Conference)
Commerce and Engineering Environmental
Conference (CEEC)
CUSEC (Canadian University Software
Engineering Conference)
Inter Collegiate Business Competition
(I.C.B.C.)
Engineering Orientation Committee
Queen’s Buddha’s Light Community
Engineering Physics Club
Queen’s Catholics
National Technology Youth Leadership
Conference
Engineers Without Boarders
Queen’s Chinese Catholic Community
NCWIE (The National Conference on Women
In Engineering)
Englinks
Queen’s Christian Fellowship
Fuel Cell Team
Queen’s Interfaith Council
Queen’s Advancing Canadian
Entrepreneurship Conference (QACE)
Geological Engineering Club
Relevant
Golden Words
Thaqalayn Muslim Association (Queen’s)
Queen’s Business Forum on the Fashion
Industry (Q’BFFI)
Living Energy Lab
Think Inc.
Mechanical Engineering Club
Unitarian Universalist Club
QBC (Queen’s Business Conference) (run by
I.C.B.C)
Mining Club
International and Cultural
Queen’s Canadian Leadership Conference
(QCLC) Queen’s Case Competition (QCC) run by
I.C.B.C.
Mostly Autonomous Sailboat (MAST)
African Caribbean Students Association
QIEEE (Queen’s Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineers)
AIESEC Queen’s
Armenian Student Association of Queen’s
Queen’s Aero Design Team
Campus Association for Bahai Studies
Queen’s Commerce Corporate Challenge
(Q3C)
Queen’s Concrete Toboggan Team
Cantonese Debating Society
Queen’s Formula Car
Club Francophone
Queen’s Commerce Leadership Summit
(QCLS)
Queen’s Fuel Cell Team
Hellenic Students Association
Queen’s Space Elevator Team
Queen’s Conference on International
Business (QCIB)
Indian Students Association
Queen’s Solar Design Team
International Food Appreciation Team
Queen’s University: Automated Poker Team
Iranian Students Association of Queen’s
University (ISAQU)
Queen’s Conference on the Business
Environment Today (Q’BET)
Queen’s Conference on Education
Queen’s Conference on International Business
Queen’s Conference on the Business
Environment Today
Queen’s University Engineering Society
Services Incorporated (QUESSI)
Japanese Relations at Queen’s
SAE Formula Car
Korean in Canada
SAE Mini Baja Car
Korean Society of Queen’s
Science Formal
Native Students Association
Queen’s Engineering Competition (QEC)
Science Quest
Pakistani Students Association
Queen’s Entrepreneurs’ Competition (QEC)
Space Engineering Team
Philippine Cultural Association
Queen’s Finance Association Conference
(QFAC)
Students for Engineering Education
Development (SEED)
Queen’s Leadership, Excellence, and
Development Conference (QLEAD)
Terry Fox Run
Queen’s Marketing Association Conference
(QMAC)
Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)
The Tea Room
Faculty and Residence Societies
Polish Students Association
Queen’s Chinese Students Association
Queen’s Hillel
Queen’s International Affairs Association
Queen’s Irish Club
Queen’s South Asian Club
Queen’s Sports Industry Conference (QSIC)
Education Student’s Society
Queen’s Women in Leadership (Q.WIL)
Jean Royce Council
The Canadian Student Conference on
Biomedical Computing
Law Students’ Society
South Asian Association (QSAA)
Main Campus Residents’ Council
South East Asian Club
MBA Students’ Society
Spanish and Latin American Students
Association (SALSA)
The Conference on Industry and Resources
Queen’s University Engineering (CIRQUE)
Queen’s Taiwanese Students Association
(QTSA)
WithinSight Conference
NSS Orientation Committee
Engineering Society
Rehabilitation Therapy Society
Synergy
Aero Design Team
Society of Graduate and Professional Students
Tamil Students Association
Apple Math Club
Theological Society
United Chinese Students Association
Baja SAE team
Faith-Based
Vietnamese Students Association
Biomedical Engineering Club (Queen’s
University)
Athletes In Action
Media and Arts
Because I’m Christian
Acapella Thrillers
Campus Equipment Outfitters
Campus for Christ
antiThesis
Carol Service
Ismaili Muslim Students Association
Choral Ensemble
Chemical Engineering Club
Kingston Chinese Christian Fellowship
Clarinet Choir
Civil Engineering Club
Korean Catholics of Queen’s
Collegium Musicum
Clark Hall Pub
Korean Christian Fellowship
Diatribe
Concrete Canoe
Morning Star Christian Fellowship
Gnu Ground Theatre Co.
Electrical and Computer Engineering Club
Muslim Students Association of Queen’s
Inquire Magazine
Engineering Chemistry Club
Navigators
Jazz Ensemble
Lighthouse Wire Magazine
Medical Students for Choice
PASS-Peer Academic Support Service
MUSE Magazine
No One Fights Alone
Pre-Med Society
Plastic People Theatre Company
Queen’s Asian Cooking Club
Polyhymnia
Ontario Public Interest Research Group
Kingston (OPIRG)
Queen’s Chinese Press
Queen’s Blood Team
Queen’s Bagpipe and Practice Chanter Club
Queen’s Improv Comedy Troupe
Queen’s CognitivAction
Queen’s Bands
Queen’s Musical Theatre
Queen’s Control Arms
Queen’s Board Games
Queen’s Players
Queen’s Environmental Club
Queen’s Chess Club
Queen’s Student Opera Company
Queen’s Half the Sky
Queen’s Cricket Club
Queen’s Swing Club
Queen’s Hospice
Queen’s Dance Dance Revolution
Queen’s University Chamber Orchestra
Queen’s Millennium Chapter
Queen’s Debating Union
Single Thread Theatre Company
Queen’s Oxfam
Queen’s Drawing and Painting Club
Swing Performance Club
Queen’s Project on International
Development (QPID)
Queen’s Engineers of the Executive Track
(QEET)
Queen’s Students for Accessible Education
Queen’s First Aid
Sexual Health Resource Centre
Queen’s Green Scheme
Vogt Studio Series
S.H.A.R.E (Students for Humanitarian Actions
Through Respect and Education @ Queen’s)
Queen’s Guitar Club
Wind Ensemble
Social Table Tennis Club
Physical And Health Education
and Kinesiology Students’ Association
Students for Corporate Social Responsibility
Symphony Orchestra
Syndicus Magazine
Ultraviolet Magazine
BEWIC Sports Days
Students for Literacy
Queen’s Aviation
Queen’s Health Outreach
Queen’s Health Sciences Journal
Queen’s Journalists for Human Rights
Queen’s Math Bridge
KIN Games
Students Helping Others Understand
Tolerance
PHEKSA Orientation Committee
Telephone Aid Line Kingston (TALK)
Queen’s Ping Pong
Tree of Life
War Child Canada at Queen’s
Queen’s Pride Project
Winter Adapted Games (WAG)
World University Services of Canada
Queen’s Sailing Club
Political
You Decide
Queen’s Student Alumni Association
Queen’s Conservative Youth Association
Special Interest
Queen’s Student Auxiliary Branch
Queen’s Conservative University Association
AISEC Queen’s
Queen’s Green Party
Anime Club
Queen’s Students Interested in Medical
Sciences
Queen’s Israel on Campus
Asian F.O.C.U.S.
Queen’s New Democratic Party
Bridge Club
Queen’s Student For Liberty
Camp Outlook
Queen’s University Liberal Association
Campus Observation Room (COR)
Students for a Free Tibet
Cavalier Society
Social Issues
Chat
African Youth Initiative (Queen’s Chapter)
Concepts.Inc.
Alive
DDR Club
Almost Home volunteers
Fifth Year Club
Amnesty International at Queen’s University
Film Club
Best Buddies
Friday Friends
Big Buddy Program
St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital Advisory
Committee
HCDS Peer Education Volunteers
Canadian Unified Student Environmental
Network (CUSEN)
Students of Speculative Realms
HCDS Peer Mentoring
Toastmasters
Health Outreach
Trivia Club
Helping Hand Association
Union Gallery Volunteer
Learning Strategies Development Peer
Learning Assistant
Urban Snowboarding Club
Global Citizens at Queen’s
Learning Strategies Development Peer
Mentor
Western Canada Club
Good Times Dinner
Magic Club
Keep A Child Alive (Queen’s Chapter)
Make a Wish
Make Poverty History
Mindfire Literary Society
Martha’s Table volunteers
Note Taker Volunteers
Charity Committee
ChildArts
DREAM (Discover the Reality of Educating
Minds)
Mature Students Society
Queen’s Medical Outreach
Queen’s Tennis Club
Queen’s Trivia Club
Queen’s Yoga Club
Relay for Life
Right to Play @ Queen’s
Rotaract Club at Queen’s University
Sandwich Appreciation Club
Society for Conservation Biology
Speechie Keen Club
StarCraft Club
Vogue Charity Fashion Show
Chantelle McCulloch
@monaxkatz
September come soon. I need some more
@queensu in my life.
Michael J. Campea
@MichaelCampy
Queen’s University ranked 1 for university
experience in Canada.
Not bad, not bad at all.@queensu
Residence: Welcome Home!
Residence is more than just a place to stay while you attend university.
Here, you’ll meet incredible people from around the world and learn some
amazing things about yourself and others. Welcome to your home away
from home!
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live in RESIDENCE
Why Queen’s Res?
• We’ve got great social activities to keep you
involved – from beach volleyball and charity
fundraisers to free yoga classes.
• The people you meet on your floor and in your
building are a huge part of your university experience – you’ll build relationships that can last a
lifetime.
• Our meal plan options have something for
everyone, including students with allergies
and special diets.
• Residence life programming provides you with
learning opportunities beyond the classroom,
including workshops on budgeting, study tips,
wellness and more.
• Our student and professional staff are there for
you – with a smile, advice, or a helping hand
when you need it most.
EACH YEAR
http://residences.housing.queensu.ca
over 90%
of first-year students
choose residence!
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@wescohen
Wesley Cohen
Security guards at Stauffer are giving out
chocolate as students leave the library
tonight... I love #queensu
Your Room Assignment
We use a computerized lottery process
to randomly assign students to a single,
double, triple or quad room on main, or west
campus. Our buildings range from small
buildings housing 68 students to larger halls
with nearly 800 students – each one has its
own unique characteristics and sense of
community!
Take a Virtual Tour:
http://residences.housing.queensu.ca/our-buildings/virtual-tour
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live in RESIDENCE
Just the facts
• 17 unique residence buildings that
accommodate over 3900 students
from approximately 90 countries
• over 180 live-in student staff
• 3 dining halls and 16 retail food
outlets, including 3 coffee lounges
in residence
Your Meal Plan
We’ve got a number of meal plan options
(included within your residence fees) to
accommodate different types of eaters – some
offer more regular meals in the dining halls,
while others give you more “flex” dollars to
spend at our retail outlets. Either way, you’ll
have the chance to test-drive your plan for the
first month to make sure you find the one that’s
right for you!
Our dining halls feature all-you-care-to-eat
service, with a wide selection of gluten-free,
vegetarian, vegan, and other options at every
meal. Allergy or dietary requirements? Just let
us know – we’re here to help.
Visit our Hospitality Services website at:
http://dining.housing.queensu.ca
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ATHLETICS
AND RECREATION
GO GAELS GO!
gogaelsgo.com
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get INVOLVED
GET
INVOLVED
Over 80% of our student population is active in sports or recreational activities on campus.
Join an intramural team, workout with your friends, or participate in one of our many
recreational clubs or fitness and wellness programs to keep in shape. If you are interested
in competitive or high performance sport – why not try out for one of our varsity teams or
clubs? At Queen’s, students have a multitude of physical activities to choose from and
enjoy while taking a break from their studies.
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WORK OUT
SWIM PLAY
The Athletics and Recreation Centre (ARC)
THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND RECREATION EXPERIENCE
Located inside the Queen’s Centre – the Athletics & Recreation Centre (ARC) is a state of-the-art fitness facility
meeting students’ needs on campus. The ARC features one of the largest cardio and weight facilities in Ontario
along with multiple basketball, volleyball, squash and badminton courts. Don’t forget about the 38m x 25m
pool with 14 lanes and four diving boards. Opened in December 2009, the ARC has had over 1 million visitors,
is the place to be on campus and is one of the best athletics and recreation facilities in Canada.
Recreation
INTRAMURALS
Close to 6,000 students participate in 30 men’s, women’s and co-ed sports leagues – a great way to stay in
shape, enjoy your favourite sport and make new friends. Our annual intramural sport weekend (BEWIC Sports
Days), is a one-of-a-kind event which attracts close to 30 teams and nearly 1,100 students to compete in a wide
variety of sports.
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FITNESS AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Queen’s offers over 60 fitness classes per week, as
well as energetic fitness and wellness programs such
as yoga, pilates, salsa dancing, spin and swimming.
Trouble deciding what to take? Try fitness classes for
free during Fitness Free-For-All, one week in September, January and May. Need help developing an individual fitness program? Book a consultation with one
of our professional trainers – they will help you balance a healthy fitness program with your classes and
give you the motivation you need to keep going!
Athletics
QUEEN’S VARSITY ATHLETICS – THE HOME
OF SCHOLARS AND CHAMPIONS
Nearly 1,000 students proudly sport the Tricolour in
sports from Basketball to Water Polo, and the Gaels
are perennial contenders for league and national
championships. Last year, the Gaels hoisted five
provincial banners and secured one silver. Queen’s
consistently ranks in the top three in terms of the
number of CIS and OUA Academic All-Stars.
Our student-athletes graduate on the path toward
professional excellence due to enriching experiences
from both education and sport.
TRYOUTS
Open tryouts for all varsity sports occur prior to the
season. If you are interested in trying out for a varsity
team or club, contact the head coach and visit
gogaelsgo.com for tryout dates.
Sports Fan?
Even if you’re not an aspiring
athlete – you can spend time
unwinding while cheering the
Gaels to victory.
Tickets to all regular season
home games are free with
your Queen’s student card.
“The fitness and wellness program
has been a great motivator for me.
I look forward to every class and
have seen a definite improvement
in my overall fitness level!”
– Mori Cruikshanks
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get INVOLVED
CLUBS
Participate in over 30 different recreation clubs
ranging from archery and trampoline to squash and
rowing, along with multiple disciplines of dancing,
martial arts and gymnastics.
Varsity Teams
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Ice Hockey
Rowing
Rugby
Soccer
Volleyball
Varsity Clubs
Baseball
Cheerleading
Curling
Cycling
Fastpitch
Fencing
Field Hockey
Figure Skating
Golf
Lacrosse
Nordic Skiing
Sailing
Squash
Swimming
Synchro Swimming
Track and Field
Triathlon
Ultimate
Water Polo
Wrestling
Recreation Clubs
DANCE
Breakdance
Dance Club
Dance Pack
Dance Team
Flow Dance
Highland Dance
OUTDOOR
RECREATION
Climbing
EngRugby
Equestrian
Outdoors
Run Club
Ski & Snowboard
MARTIAL ARTS
Haidong Gumdo
Jiu Jitsu
Judo
Karate
Olympic Taekwondo
Tae Kwon Do
SPECIALTY
Archery
Figure Skating
Lifeguard Club
Yoga
VARSITY TEAMS – pursue competitive success at
the highest level of competition
VARSITY CLUBS – concentrate on practicing and
competing against other post-secondary institutions
RECREATION CLUBS – focus on participationbased physical activity, and may include limited
competition
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“Queen's has provided me with so many
athletic and academic opportunities in
the past four years. I am very fortunate
to have access to some of the country's
best facilities and to experience the
never-ending support given to student
athletes at Queen's. They have
provided me with numerous tools
to be successful on and off the
soccer field.”
Riley Filion PHE '55 Alumnae Trophy Recipient
(Top Female Athlete, Women's Soccer)
2012-2013 By the Numbers
1 National CIS Silver Medal (Women's Soccer)
5 Ontario Championships (Men's Rugby,
Women's Hockey, Cycling, Men's Fencing,
Women's Rowing)
800 Dance Club members – one of our
largest groups
3,122 Number of spectators at the
27th Carr-Harris Cup Hockey game
between Queen's and RMC at the
K-Rock Centre in downtown Kingston.
11,200 Intramural Registrations
Two Gaels athletes were recognized nationally at the
CIS for their contributions to their communities in
their respective sports. Marin MacLeod was honoured
for women's rugby and Yi Quan for women's
wrestling.
NIXON FIELD OPENS TO CHAMPIONSHIP
SEASON
Located in the heart of campus, just south of Queen's
most iconic landmark - Grant Hall, Nixon Field is the
home of men's and women's rugby. Both teams
hosted their respective OUA Championship games at
the newly rennovated field with the men's team beating their rival Western Mustangs for an OUA title on
home turf.
POST-SEASON PLAY FOR ALL
2012-13 was a strong season for the Gaels Varsity
Teams as they all qualified for the post-season. Men's
Rugby, Women's Rowing and Women's Hockey all
won provincial titles and women's soccer went to
their third consecutive national championship game
taking silver.
Connect with Queen’s
Athletics & Recreation
facebook.com/queensgaels
twitter.com/queensgaels
gogaelsgo.com
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get INVOLVED
NATIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICE
RECOGNITION
THINK
GLOBALLY
Many Queen’s students enhance their education with an international experience. You may
choose to study for your entire first year, or an upper-year term, at the Bader International
Study Centre, Queen's campus in the United Kingdom. Or perhaps your sights are set on an
international exchange – you can take a language course before you go!
Maybe you’ll choose to experience the world closer to home by getting involved in one of
the many student-led organizations that are working to make life better for global citizens –
socially, politically, environmentally, and economically.
queensu.ca/international
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International Opportunities with Queen’s
BADER INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTRE (BISC)
Providing a remarkable venue for study and a gateway to Europe and beyond, the Bader International Study
Centre in East Sussex, UK or "the Castle," as it is known by Queen's students, is a unique learning environment.
Students from around the world have the opportunity to pursue studies in a truly international setting while
earning credits toward their academic degree programs. Students may opt to spend their entire first year at the
BISC as part of the innovative First-Year Program, or they may decide to spend one or more terms in the BISC
Upper-Year Program. If you don’t decide to say, “Yes” to Queen’s, you can still study at the Castle. Many students
from universities other than Queen’s choose to study for a term, or participate in one of our Field Studies
courses in the summer.
EXCHANGE
Perhaps you have decided you would like to study a new language. What better way to learn, than to immerse
yourself in a new culture and a new language by going on exchange? Or maybe you’ve decided you would
really love to involve yourself in deeper study of a particular topic. Why not visit the university that is doing
ground-breaking research in that area? Students go on exchange for many reasons. What will your reason be?
Queen’s has a robust exchange program with 150 opportunities in 50 countries around the world. See page 31
for a detailed list of the exchange opportunities at Queen’s
QUEEN’S-BLYTH WORLDWIDE: LEARN BY DOING
You don’t have to go on exchange or even be a Queen’s student to enjoy a Queen’s international experience.
Imagine earning Queen’s University credits while studying environmental policy in Costa Rica, art history in
Italy, or yoga in India. Queen’s-Blyth Worldwide focuses on learning by doing and provides exciting and innovative courses with a substantial field-studies program in a small-class setting. Queen's courses are offered in
intensive 3-week summer sessions in countries around the world. Students from over 30 universities across
Canada have taken over 20 different courses ranging from the humanities and social sciences to the natural
and physical sciences. For more information on courses and destinations, visit qbw.ca.
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Queen’s students learn, discover, think and do – globally
GLOBAL CITIZENS AT QUEEN’S
Affiliated with World Literacy of Canada (WLC), Global Citizens at Queen’s believes that literacy is a basic
human right. By fundraising to support WLC literary programs, Global Citizens aims to promote awareness
of literacy issues in Canada, and around the world.
QUEEN’S PROJECT ON INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (QPID)
Queen’s Project on International Development is a student-run, volunteer initiative whose mission is to assist
developing communities improve their quality of life. Since its inception in 1990, QPID co-operants have successfully completed grassroots, sustainable projects in areas such as the environment, education, infrastructure and health in places like Burkina Faso, Guyana, Nunavut and right here in Kingston. In addition, QPID
strives to promote awareness of the issues facing developing communities through weekly meetings and
information sessions.
QUEEN’S HEALTH OUTREACH (QHO)
A student-run volunteer organization dedicated to promoting individual and community health both locally
and abroad. Each year QHO sends over 30 travelers to seven locations around the world to complete health
promotion projects. While primarily education based, projects have also included award-winning medical
research and other health initiatives.
QUEEN’S INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS ASSOCIATION
The Queen’s International Affairs Association is Canada’s premier student-run non-profit organization devoted
to the study and discussion of international politics and foreign affairs. Members represent Queen’s at various
Model United Nations, listen to experts in the field, attend conferences, visit places of interest to students of
international politics, and start initiatives to raise awareness of international issues.
A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
Representing over 90 countries from all corners of the globe, Queen’s students collectively form a campus that
is dynamic in nature and diverse in outlook.
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Undergraduate International Exchange Opportunities 
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
COUNTRY
INSTITUTION
Argentina
Australia
Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina
Australian National University
Curtin University
Macquarie University
Monash University
University of Adelaide
University of Melbourne
University of New South Wales
University of Queensland
University of Sydney
University of Western Australia
Technical University of Vienna (TASSEP)*
University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Fudan University
Ontario-Jiangsu Student Exchange Program
http://www.ojs.ouinternational.ca/
Chinese University of Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong
University of Havana
Aarhus University (TASSEP)*
University of Helsinki
Ecole Superieure de Chimie Physique Electronique (TASSEP)*
Ontario/Rhône-Alpes Exchange Program
http://www.ora.ouinternational.ca/
Sciences Po
Université Jean Moulin - Lyon 3
Université Joseph Fourier (TASSEP)*
University of Paris 11, Orsay (TASSEP)*
University of Paris 6, Paris (TASSEP)*
Université Paul Sabatier (TASSEP)*
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (TASSEP)*
Hochschule Furtwangen (School of Computing)
Ontario/Baden-WürttembergExchange Program
http://obw.ouinternational.ca/
Technical University of Berlin (TASSEP)*
Universität Heidelberg
Universität Tübingen
Ontario/Maharashtra-Goa Exchange Program
http://omg.ouinternational.ca/
Trinity College Dublin (TASSEP)*
University College Dublin
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
University of Bologna (TASSEP)*
University of Pavia (TASSEP)*
University of the West Indies, Mona Campus
Keio University
Kwansei Gakuin University
Kyushu University
Waseda University
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
(ITESM) - Cuernavaca
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
(ITESM) – Guadalajara
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
(ITESM) – Monterrey
Ecole de Gouvernance et d'Economie de Rabat
Universiteit Leiden
University College Maastricht
Austria
Barbados
Chile
China
China - Hong Kong
Cuba
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
India
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Mexico
Morocco
Netherlands
University College Utrecht
University of Groningen
New Zealand
University of Auckland
University of Canterbury
University of Otago
Victoria University of Wellington
Norway
University of Oslo
Republic of Korea
Korea University
Singapore
Nanyang Technological University
National University of Singapore
Spain
Universidad Complutense (TASSEP)*
Universidad de Navarra
Universidad de Salamanca
Universidad de Santiago de Compostela (TASSEP)*
Universidad de Sevilla
University of Pais Vasco, Bilbao Campus (TASSEP)*
University of Pais Vasco, San Sebastian Campus (TASSEP)*
Sweden
Lund University
Lund University (TASSEP)*
Uppsala University
Switzerland
University of Geneva (TASSEP)*
Taiwan
National Taiwan University
Trinidad and Tobago University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Turkey
Bilkent University
Boğaziçi University
Koç University
United Kingdom
Cardiff University
Durham University
Queen's University Belfast
University of Aberdeen
University of Edinburgh
University of Glasgow
University of Leeds
University of Manchester
University of St Andrews
University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde (TASSEP)*
University of Warwick
Killam Fellowships Program http://www.killamfellowships.com
USA
* Trans-Atlantic Science Student Exchange Program (TASSEP)
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE
COUNTRY
INSTITUTION
Australia
Australian National University
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
University of Adelaide
University of Melbourne
University of New South Wales
University of Queensland
University of Sydney
University of Western Australia
Technical University of Vienna (TASSEP)*
University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Fudan University
Ontario-Jiangsu Student Exchange Program
http://ojs.ouinternational.ca
University of Hong Kong
Aarhus University (TASSEP)*
École Supérieure de Chimie Physique Électronique de Lyon
École Supérieure de Chimie Physique Électronique (TASSEP)*
Austria
Barbados
Chile
China
China – Hong Kong
Denmark
France
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Undergraduate International Exchange Opportunities 
Ontario/Rhône-Alpes Exchange Program
http://www.ora.ouinternational.ca
Université Joseph Fourier (TASSEP)*
University of Paris 11, Orsay (TASSEP)*
University of Paris 6, Paris (TASSEP)*
Université Paul Sabatier (TASSEP)*
Germany
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (TASSEP)*
Ontario/Baden-Württemberg Exchange Program
http://www.yorku.ca/ontbw/
Technical University of Berlin (TASSEP)*
Universität Tübingen
India
Ontario/Maharashtra-Goa Exchange Program
http://www.omgprogram.org
Italy
University of Bologna (TASSEP)*
University of Pavia (TASSEP)*
Jamaica
University of the West Indies/Mona Campus/Jamaica
Japan
Kyushu University
Waseda University
Mexico
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
(ITESM) – Monterrey
Netherlands
Delft University of Technology
New Zealand
University of Auckland
University of Canterbury
University of Otago
Norway
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Singapore
Nanyang Technological University
National University of Singapore
Spain
Universidad Complutense (TASSEP)*
Universidad de Santiago de Compostela (TASSEP)*
University of Pais Vasco, Bilbao Campus (TASSEP)*
University of Pais Vasco, San Sebastian Campus (TASSEP)*
Sweden
Luleå University of Technology
Lund University
Lund University (TASSEP)*
Royal Institute of Technology
Switzerland
University of Geneva (TASSEP)*
Taiwan
National Taiwan University
Trinidad and Tobago University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Turkey
Bilkent University
United Kingdom
Durham University
University of Leeds
University of St Andrews
University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde (TASSEP)*
USA
Killam Fellowships Program
http://www.killamfellowships.com
FACULTY OF LAW
COUNTRY
INSTITUTION
Australia
University of Melbourne
University of New South Wales
University of Sydney
University of Western Australia
University of West Indies, Cave Hill Campus
Fudan University
Tsinghua University
University of Hong Kong
Ontario/Rhône-Alpes Exchange Program
http://www.ora.ouinternational.ca
Université Jean Moulin - Lyon 3
EBS Universitãt für Wirtschaft und Recht
Barbados
China
China - Hong Kong
France
Germany
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India
Israel
Japan
Netherlands
New Zealand
Singapore
South Africa
Sweden
United Kingdom
Ontario/Baden-Württemberg Exchange Program
http://www.yorku.ca/ontbw/
Universität Tübingen
Jindal Global Law School
Ontario/Maharashtra-Goa Exchange Program
http://www.omgprogram.org
Tel Aviv University
Kyushu University
University of Groningen
University of Otago
National University of Singapore
University of Cape Town
Uppsala University
Durham University
COMMERCE
COUNTRY
INSTITUTION
Argentina
Australia
Universidad Torcuato Di Tella
Queensland University of Technology, Business School
University of Adelaide, Business School
University of Melbourne, Faculty of Business and Economics
University of New South Wales, Australian School of Business
University of Queensland, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
University of Sydney, Faculty of Economics and Business
University of Western Australia, Business School
Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration
University of the West Indies - Cave Hill Campus
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Faculty of Business and
Economics
Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain School of
Management
University of Antwerpen, Faculty of Applied Economic Sciences
Escola Administração de Empresas de São Paulo Fundação
Getulio Vargas
Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa
Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, School of Business
Fudan University, School of Management
Peking University, Guanghua School of Management
Sun Yat-Sen University, School of Business
Tsinghua University, School of Economics and Management
Chinese University of Hong Kong, Faculty of Business
Administration
City University of Hong Kong, College of Business
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Business School
Universidad de Los Andes School of Management
University of Economics, Prague
Aarhus School of Business
Copenhagen Business School
Estonian Business School
Aalto University School of Economics
Hanken School of Economics
Audencia Nantes School of Management
BEM Bordeaux Management School Toulouse Business School
École Superiéure de Commerce de Toulouse
EDHEC Business School
ESCP Europe
ESSEC Business School Paris-Singapore
Grenoble École de Management
IAE Aix-en-Provence, Graduate School of Management
Rouen Business School
Institut D’Études Politiques de Paris, Sciences Po
Austria
Barbados
Belgium
Brazil
Chile
China
China - Hong Kong
Colombia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
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Undergraduate International Exchange Opportunities 
SKEMA Business School
Cologne Business School
EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht, EBS Business School
University of Mannheim, Mannheim Business School
WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management
Hungary
Corvinus University of Budapest, Faculty of Business
Administration
Ireland
University of Dublin Trinity College
Italy
Universitá Commerciale Luigi Bocconi
Jamaica
University of the West Indies - Mona Campus
Japan
Keio University, Faculty of Business and Commerce
Nagoya University of Commerce and Business
Rikkyo University, College of Business
Waseda University, School of Commerce
Mexico
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
(ITESM) – Monterrey
Netherlands
Maastricht University School of Business and Economics
Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus
University Tilburg University, School of Economics and Management
New Zealand
University of Auckland, Business School
University of Otago, School of Business
Norway
BI Norwegian Business School
Norwegian School of Economics & Business Administration
(NHH)
Poland
Warsaw School of Economics
Portugal
Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculdade de Ciências
Economicas e Empresariais
Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Faculdade de Economia
Republic of Korea
Korea University, Business School
Seoul National University, College of Business Administration
Yonsei University
Russia
St. Petersburg State University, Graduate School of Management
Singapore
Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School
National University of Singapore
Singapore Management University
Slovenia
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Economics
Spain
ESADE Business School
IE University, IE Business School
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
University of Navarra, School of Economics and Business
Administration
Sweden
Lund University - School of Economics and Management
Stockholm School of Economics
University of Gothenburg
Uppsala University, Department of Business Studies
Switzerland
University of St Gallen
University of Zurich, Faculty of Economics, Business
Administration and IT
Taiwan
National Chengchi University, College of Commerce
National Chiao Tung University, College of Management
National Taiwan University, College of Management
Thailand
Chulalongkorn University, Faculty of Commerce and
Accountancy
Thammasat University, Thammasat Business School
Trinidad and Tobago University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Turkey
Sabanci University, Faculty of Management
Germany
United Kingdom
Aston University, Aston Business School
Cass Business School
Durham University
University of Manchester, Manchester School of Business
University of Bath, School of Management
University of Edinburgh, Business School
University of St. Andrews
University of Strathclyde, Business School
A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
Number of countries represented in
our student body: over 90
Number of locations available
for International Exchange:
150 in 50 countries
Number of international students
studying at Queen’s 1588
* Based on 2011-2012 Enrollment Data
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programs of study
At Queen’s you can make your degree as unique as you are.
Make your choices from Music to Astrophysics or Commerce to
Nursing. Or perhaps you’ll spend a year studying at our campus
in East Sussex, England. Want to develop some real work
experience? Consider an internship to round out your studies.
Whatever you choose to do you can be sure that a degree from
Queen’s will open the doors of the world for you. Use this
section to help you plan your future!
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UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMS
FACULTY OF
ARTS AND SCIENCE (pages 38-63)
Applied Economics
Art History
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biology
Biology & Mathematics
Biology & Psychology
Biomedical Computing
Chemistry
Classical Studies
Cognitive Science
Computer Science
Computing and the Creative Arts
Computing and Mathematics
Drama
Economics
English Language and Literature
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Film and Media
Fine Art (Visual Art)
French Linguistics
French Studies
Gender Studies
Geography
Geological Sciences
German Studies
Global Development Studies
Greek
Health Studies
History
Indigenous Studies
Italian Language and Literature
Jewish Studies
Kinesiology
Latin
Linguistics
Life Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematical Physics
Medieval Studies
Music
Philosophy
Physical and Health Education
Physics
Political Studies
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Software Design
Spanish Language and Literature
Spanish and Latin American Studies
Stage and Screen Studies
Statistics
World Language Studies
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND
APPLIED SCIENCE (pages 64-68)
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Chemistry
Engineering Physics
Geological Engineering
Mathematics and Engineering
Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Mining Engineering
COMMERCE/BUSINESS (pages 69)
CONCURRENT EDUCATION (pages 70-71)
NURSING SCIENCE (pages 72-73)
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS
These degrees require prior undergraduate study.
Please contact the specific faculty for details.
Consecutive Education
Divinity
Graduate Studies
Law
Medicine
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Faculty of Arts and Science
The Faculty of Arts and Science is a place where exceptional students learn to analyze and
think critically, communicate and debate, interpret and judge independently – skills that
are sought after by employers, professional schools and postgraduate programs. Whether
you choose our Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science or one of our direct entry programs
(Computing, Music, Fine Art (Visual Art), Kinesiology or Physical and Health Education),
you can be certain that your Queen’s degree will open doors for you, either in the job market or in the pursuit of further study.
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STUDY
IN QUEEN’S ARTS AND SCIENCE, EXPECT TO:
• Discover during your first year – Arts and Science
students explore different subjects for their first
year, expand their horizons and know more about
the choices available when they choose a major.
• Benefit from our innovative approach to teaching.
Go beyond the lecture format. Take an active part
in your learning in courses that combine online
and classroom learning with small-group activities.
See pages 58 and 59 for more information about
Blended Learning.
• Learn from senior professors who are excited by
teaching and the opportunity to connect with new
students.
• Globalize your education by going on an international exchange in your third year. Queen’s has
exchange opportunities across the globe.
See page 31 for more information.
ARTS
DEGREE OFFERED: BA(Honours)
OUAC CODE: QA
Also available with Concurrent Education (see page 70), OUAC
Code: QB
Find out more about the many dynamic and challenging plans and courses available to you in the
Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen’s by visiting
our website at: queensu.ca/artsci
Also available at the Bader International Study Centre, First Year
by the
For information about direct entry programs in Fine Art and
numbers
68% of Queen’s undergraduate
student body is in the Faculty of
Arts and Science
20 students in an average 4th year class
2,000+ possible program combinations
12 languages can be studied in-class
633 Arts and Science students incorporated a
study-abroad experience in their 2012-13
academic year
1,100+ student volunteer and leadership
opportunities are available through the
Arts and Science Undergraduate Society
Studies in England, OUAC Code: QIA
The Arts consist of three broad groups of disciplines known as
the Humanities, the Social Sciences, and the Creative Arts.
Music, see page 54-55.
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
HUMANITIES
Students who choose subjects in the Humanities
can expect to see the world differently by interpreting human history, culture and artistic expression.
How should we understand the past? What is the
place of religion in human society? How does literature contribute to human culture? How can we build
a fair society in which everyone can thrive? Studying
Art History, Classical Studies, English Language
and Literature, History, Indigenous Studies,
Jewish Studies, Medieval Studies, Philosophy,
Religious Studies and Spanish and Latin American
Studies will help you use your imagination and
creativity to reflect upon different scholars’ and writers’ answers to the “big” questions. You will learn to
think clearly and critically, extending your insights
into philosophies of the individual and the workings
of human societies from antiquity to the present.
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The study of languages unlocks new worlds of literature and culture. Knowledge of a language other than
English enables you to travel, live and work in
another country. Explore the foundations of language
in the Linguistics or French Linguistics program or
pursue literary and cultural studies in French, German, Greek, Italian, Latin or Spanish. Language
instruction courses are also offered in Arabic, Chinese,
Hebrew, Inuktitut, Japanese and Mohawk. Students
interested in historical languages can study Hebrew,
and Latin. In our globalized world, every student can
benefit from exposure to cultural diversity through
language courses, and Queen’s offers a minor plan in
World Language Studies, in which students study
two or more languages as a complement to their
primary degree program.
SCIENCE
DEGREE OFFERED: BSc(Honours)
OUAC Code: QS
Also available with Concurrent Education
(see page 70), OUAC Code: QF
For information about direct entry programs in Computing,
Kinesiology and Physical and Health Education, see pages 54-55.
Experience the thrill of scientific discovery in classes
and labs under the guidance of world-class faculty.
The Sciences consist of two broad groups of disciplines
known as the Physical and Mathematical Sciences,
and the Natural and Life Sciences
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
SOCIAL SCIENCES
If you are intrigued by the behaviour and interactions
of human beings, both as individuals and in groups,
consider the Social Sciences. Topics range from
psychological drives and motivations to economic
growth and development; from political practices
and institutions to patterns of family interaction;
from the effect of human interventions on the environment to the roles of women in different societies.
Social Science plans are offered in Applied Economics, Cognitive Studies, Economics, Environmental
Studies, Geography, Global Development Studies,
Health Studies, Political Studies, Psychology,
Sociology, and Gender Studies. You will be encouraged to approach human beings and human life with
curiosity and an open mind, to investigate issues with
careful research, and to draw conclusions based on
empirical evidence.
PHYSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
The Physical and Mathematical sciences provide
you with exciting opportunities to explore the world
around us through careful observation, rigorous
experimentation, and the application of lab-based
skills to analyze and evaluate data. Astrophysics,
Biology and Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer
Science, Computing and Mathematics, Geography,
Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical
Physics, Physical and Health Education, Physics,
Software Design, and Statistics all offer students
access to state-of-the-art scientific facilities. You can
study everything from fossils of the first known animals
from over 500 million years ago to the latest developments in nanotechnology. Most students in the Physical
and Mathematical Sciences have the opportunity to
pursue original research work in the labs of faculty
members during their studies.
CREATIVE ARTS
Artist, filmmaker, musician or actor? Just want to
understand and enjoy the Creative Arts? At Queen’s,
Stage and Screen, Computing and the Creative
Arts, Fine Art (Visual Art), Music, Drama and Film
and Media provide you with many opportunities to
understand and interpret different forms of artistic
expression, as well as to refine your techniques and
skills in order to produce and show your own artistic
works.
NATURAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
The Natural and Life Sciences explore the complex world
of living beings, and how they interact with the world
around them. Our Life Sciences plans examine the basic
medical sciences through a multi-disciplinary approach,
including Neuroscience, Drug Development and Human
Toxicology, Cardiorespiratory Sciences, and Cancer
Research. Biochemistry and Biology plans allow you
to explore living systems from the exquisite detail of protein interactions in a living cell to the complex interplay
of birdsongs in the jungles of Costa Rica. Biomedical
Computing, Biology and Psychology, and Kinesiology
allows students to explore such subjects as brain and
behaviour, cognition and the effects of drug abuse.
Our multidisciplinary Environmental Science plans
allow you to combine the study of many of the science
subjects listed above in an environmental context.
Get involved with the Arts at Queen’s: join an
extracurricular music ensemble, audition for a play or
musical, volunteer at the student-run Union Gallery,
or simply browse through the magnificent art collections at the Agnes Etherington Art Centre.
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STUDY
Building your Degree in Arts and Science
Choose academic plans and elective courses to integrate complementary studies
and build on your diverse interests. The possibilities are almost endless –
your degree will be as unique as you are! For more information visit
queensu.ca/artsci/academics/undergraduate/current-students/
building-your-degree
Samil
Pursuing Bachelor of Science
Honours degree (BScH)
• favourite courses in high school
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• wants to explore palaeontology
Katie
Pursuing Bachelor of Arts
Honours degree (BAH)
• interested in fitness and
nutrition
• wants a hands-on career after
university
Geography
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issues from a variety of
perspectives
Psychology
• considering a career in
the field of public health
• interested in international
issues
• wants to be fluent in French
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Biology
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teacher
English
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movies
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Geology
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FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Arts, Honours (BAH)
OUAC CODE: QA
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
ART HISTORY
Faculty of Arts and Science
The Art History program exposes students to a range of
different art forms, including painting, prints, sculpture,
architecture, performance, photography, and the decorative
arts. It also equips students with the analytical tools needed
to interpret the aesthetic, social, and cultural dimensions of
these works. The Venice Summer School as well as trips to
the Agnes Etherington Art Centre and to museums in the
major art centres of Canada complement the classroom
experience.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Teaching and research; museum
curating and administration; gallery administration; art law; art
conservation; art auctioning; art education; design;
art criticism.
CLASSICAL STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
Classics is primarily the study of the ancient Greek and Roman
cultures from the Bronze Age to the beginning of the Middle
Ages. In our program, Queen’s students can study Latin and
Greek and explore all aspects of the ancient world including
history, literature, religion, myth, philosophy, art, drama, science, and archaeology. Students have the opportunity to participate in archaeological work at sites across the Greek and
Roman worlds, including excavations in Italy and Jordan run
by our professors.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Archaeology; research; cultural re-
source management; tourism; art conservation; museum
work; archival work; publishing; journalism; library information sciences; education; law, foreign service; ministerial
work; civil service; and administration.
COMPUTING AND THE CREATIVE ARTS (COCA)
Faculty of Arts and Science
Computing and the Creative Arts is an exciting multi-disciplinary plan in both Computing and the Arts. You’ll learn how
to develop and use cutting-edge software programs for
Music, Art, Drama, and Film production. You will acquire the
technical expertise to design new applications and take advantage of future trends in digital technology. You’ll get the
theoretical and historical background necessary to make
critical judgments about new approaches to artistic expression and practical knowledge of the tools available to today’s
creative artists.
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CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Administration; advertising; archives;
game-development industries, in art galleries and museums, in multimedia design and production, and in developing the next generation of software for the Arts.
business writing; communications; consulting; copywriting;
diplomatic service; foreign service; journalism; marketing;
publicity; publishing; research; teaching; technical writing;
and translation.
DRAMA
Faculty of Arts and Science
At Queen’s you can balance the study of theatre from theoretical and practical perspectives. Presentations and workshops by guest artists and scholars as well as student
participation in main stage and studio productions for the
public bring breadth and depth to Drama programs. For students interested in collaboration between the fields of Drama
and Film and Media, there is a special field concentration in
Stage and Screen Studies.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
This program provides disciplinary strength in a humanities
and social science discipline plus interdisciplinary environmental courses on the science side. Students acquire a basic
science background, an understanding of the complexity of
environmental issues and their solutions, and an in-depth
knowledge of a discipline in the humanities or social
sciences.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Acting; arts administration; commu-
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Teaching; law; quality control; agri-
nity theatre; costume/set design; directing; media planning;
playwriting; mediation; social services; teaching; research;
and talent representation.
culture; air pollution; disaster relief; eco-tourism; municipal,
national or international sustainable development; policy;
waste management; and urban and regional planning.
ECONOMICS
Faculty of Arts and Science
FILM AND MEDIA
Faculty of Arts and Science
At Queen’s you have the opportunity to explore many
aspects of economics, with an emphasis on the modern
principles used to analyze contemporary economic problems. You will learn how to apply economic theories to
issues that form an integral part of our lives: public finance,
international relations, natural resources and the environment, business cycles, labour markets and the economic
systems of other countries. Students can also choose a
concentration in Applied Economics. Note that all Economics programs include a course in Differential and Integral
Calculus, so students should ensure that they have the
appropriate prerequisite.
In the Film and Media Plan, you will examine modern forms
of film, video, television, and emerging varieties of digital
culture. You will study the forces that have shaped film and
media communication, explore the history and theory of film
production, and engage directly in the production of film and
video. For students interested in collaboration between the
fields of drama and film, there is a special field concentration
in Stage and Screen Studies.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Accounting; actuarial science; bank-
ing; law; teaching; finance; investment analysis; immigration; monetary/fiscal policy; public administration;
international development; strategic planning and public
and private research.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
Faculty of Arts and Science
The English Department trains you to read attentively, think
critically, and communicate effectively as you investigate literature from a range of historical periods and from around
the globe. Some of our courses survey national traditions
(British, Canadian, American) while others focus on genres
(fantasy, life writing, children's literature) or categories
(women's writing, postcolonial writing, Indigenous writing)
that span national and chronological boundaries. A Major in
English offers you a systematic grounding in important historical and contemporary traditions while also giving you
space to pursue your interests.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Advertising; animation; broadcasting;
casting; choreography; composition; costume design; dance;
directing; teaching; journalism; make-up and costumes;
media relations; performance; playwriting; screenwriting;
sound editing; special effects; talent representation;
and theatre management.
FRENCH STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
At Queen’s you can choose from a variety of courses dealing
with oral and written French, literature and culture of
France, Quebec and francophone countries, linguistics, and
business French. You will have opportunities to study or
work in a francophone context either in Quebec or Europe,
through academic exchanges, work/study programs, and
internships. A medial concentration is available in French
Linguistics.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Art interpretation;
auctioneering; banking; cross-cultural communication;
curriculum development; diplomatic service; editing;
hospitality and tourism; immigration; interpretation;
public relations; re-settlement programs and services;
teaching; and translation.
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STUDY
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Work in the entertainment and
GENDER STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
The Gender Studies Department offers an interdisciplinary
approach to studies of women and gender as well as class,
race, ethnicity, sexuality, ability, globalization and environments. We draw on human experiences, feminisms, histories,
cultures, economies, and politics to critically analyze power,
knowledge, difference, and inequalities. The Department
also administers a Certificate Program in Sexual and Gender
Diversity that is open to all students at Queen’s.
Global Development Studies (DEVS) is an interdisciplinary
department offering a wide range of course and degree options on campus while encouraging students to participate
in hands-on learning in locations around the world. Faculty
draw on a variety of disciplinary fields to reflect on the notions
of freedom, democracy, and progress that inform different
visions of development. Through the study of institutions
and policymaking and by working with communities in Canada
and abroad, we attempt to better understand the complex
and unequal history of our shared world. Courses within DEVS
cover diverse subject matters that range from global trade, aid
and finance through to cultural practices, gender and sexuality, and Indigenous peoples in Canada and the global South.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Graduate studies; law; education;
cultural affairs; research; politics; social work; counselling;
human rights; international development; public relations;
marketing; labour; planning; and consulting.
GEOGRAPHY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Geography is an interdisciplinary field that spans the sciences, the social sciences and the humanities. In earth systems science we study natural processes, their interactions,
and both naturally and human-generated environmental
issues. In the social sciences we study a variety of social
problems generated by the uneven distribution of resources
at scales from the local to the global. In the humanities we
explore how humans continue to transform the places
where they live.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Education; academic research; urban
and regional planning; community development; survey research; immigration and settlement; tourism; law; climatology; geospatial analysis; forestry conservation; disaster
planning; development and humanitarian assistance; diplomacy; project management and consultancy; advertising;
environmental conservation and management; heritage
conservation.
GERMAN STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
At Queen’s, basic German language acquisition courses are
popular electives for students with little or no knowledge of
the language. A medial or minor concentration will deepen
your fluency in the German language as well as broaden
your understanding of the literature, culture, and history of
Germany.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES:
Art interpretation and criticism; banking; broadcasting;
civil service; cross-cultural communication; foreign services;
hotels and tourism; immigration; imports and exports;
international law; museum management; research;
teaching; translation.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Community development; corporate
responsibility; disaster relief; ecological restoration; fair trade;
food aid; foreign affairs; human rights; immigration; international development; law; legislation; policy analysis and
development; refugee settlement; and research.
HEALTH STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
For the public health care system in Canada to function
effectively both the social and physical determinants of
health at the individual and societal level need to be understood in the context of health education, health policy,
community health, and epidemiology. The Health Studies
program addresses a wide range of subject areas bearing
on human health and has been designed to give students
the necessary skills and knowledge to respond to critical
questions about the health of Canada’s population and the
Canadian health care system.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Bioethics; complementary medicine;
fitness and lifestyle counselling; gerontology; health administration; health education; health promotion; public health;
international development; medicine; naturopathic medicine;
nutrition and dietetics; and pharmaceutical sales.
HISTORY
Faculty of Arts and Science
The History Plan will provide you with a sophisticated introduction to a variety of approaches to the past, and will hone
your analysis, discussion, research, and writing skills. You can
explore such diverse areas as the Crusades, slavery and race
relations, Native history in the Americas, the Russian Revolution, the problems of 20th century Canadian unity, the
economic development of Africa, and the perception and
treatment of women in North America.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Archaeology; archives; business
analysis; campaign organization; culture management;
diplomatic service; journalism; genealogical research;
historical interpretation; intelligence analysis; international
relations; media consulting; teaching; law and politics.
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Students will gain a solid foundation in the histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada and globally, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. Core and Option
courses from fourteen departments will introduce students
to Indigenous worldviews, histories, geographies, politics,
education, spirituality and art, as well as concepts of colonization, decolonization, and Indigenous-settler relations.
Indigenous Studies is an emerging field, which is reflected in
the diversity and interdisciplinary nature while uniting traditional classroom education directly with experiential learning. This General BA and Minor Plan complements a wide
variety of fields such as Global Development Studies, Drama,
English, History, and Political Studies, to name a few.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: This Plan is a valuable complement
to many other fields and allows student to prepare for
careers in education, environmental policy, health policy,
human resources, law, medicine, nursing, public policy and
public administration and many other professions.
ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
Faculty of Arts and Science
By studying Italian you will develop and improve your
linguistic skills and enhance your knowledge and appreciation of literature. Courses that examine the influence of key
social, historical, political and artistic developments will allow
you to sharpen your awareness of varied cultural traditions.
Studies in Italian can be enhanced through study abroad at a
university in Italy.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Art interpretation and criticism;
banking; broadcasting; civil service; cross-cultural communication; foreign services; hotels and tourism; immigration;
imports and exports; international law; museum management; research; teaching; translation.
JEWISH STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
The Jewish Studies Plan supports courses in Jewish history
and culture in the context of world civilizations from the
Bible to contemporary Israel/Palestine and modern Jewish
life. The courses are integrated into the major humanities
departments and programs, including Arabic, Classics,
Hebrew, Cultural Studies, Global Development, Gender
Studies, History, Philosophy, Religion, and World Languages.
The Jewish Studies Program offers dialogue courses team
taught with Arab, Muslim, and Palestinian scholars. Jewish
Studies courses provide a context for the application of the
disciplinary and methodological skills of each department
to study the complexities of identity, community, religion,
and politics. Jewish Studies strongly supports the study of
languages, especially Hebrew and Arabic, and study abroad,
including in Israel/Palestine.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Jewish Studies provides courses to
enhance study in the humanities and social sciences or to
complement programs in sciences. Like most students in Arts
and Sciences possible careers include business, law, medicine,
education, or social work. Other options include work in the
Jewish community, Israel, or the Middle East; museum work,
clergy, academics, and NGOs.
LINGUISTICS
Faculty of Arts and Science
The scientific study of human language and linguistics
explores the structure of language and how it is acquired,
as well as how languages function at the physiological and
psychological levels. In the Linguistics Plan at Queen’s, you
will become skilled in analyzing language use and in grasping the underlying patterns.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Broadcasting; civil service; communi-
cation; computational linguistics; cross-cultural communication; curriculum development; editing; interpretation;
journalism; language instruction; law; neurolinguistics;
speech pathology/therapy; teaching; and translation.
MEDIEVAL STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
The minor concentration in Medieval Studies allows you to
develop an interest in the history, literature, society, culture
and languages of the Middle Ages. Discover what happened
after the fall of Rome and explore the roots of the modern
world by learning about such things as Gothic art, medieval
romances and sagas, the Crusades, Byzantine emperors, or
early Muslim faith and politics; and acquire skills in Latin,
Old English, Arabic, Greek or more.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: This minor concentration is a good
complement to many other fields and allows students to
prepare for careers in teaching, law, the civil service, writing,
translation, journalism, publishing, entertainment consulting, research, politics, museum work.
MUSIC
School of Music, Faculty of Arts and Science
For those who want to integrate the study of Music into a
broad academic education in the sciences or humanities,
a Bachelor of Arts with a Music concentration can combine
studies in Music with disciplines as closely related as Drama
or Film, or as broadly compatible as the Sciences or English
Literature.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Arts management; audio consult-
ing; composing; concert production; conducting; copyright
and trademark law; film scoring; instrument repair; music
therapy; performance; research; songwriting; sound creation; sound engineering; talent scouting; teaching; voice
coaching; and writing lyrics.
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STUDY
INDIGENOUS STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
PHILOSOPHY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Philosophy asks the big questions. What is truth? What is
knowledge? What sorts of things exist? What makes for a
just state? How do we decide moral questions?
And Philosophy asks more focused questions. Our students
get to think philosophically about art, education, the environment, ethics and applied ethics, feminism, literature,
mathematics, the mind, law, logic, religion, science, social
diversity, and more.
Courses range from historical to contemporary, and from
broad investigations to problem-based inquiries. Throughout, our students learn important analytical and interpretative skills through a range of written assignments and
in-class discussions.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Archives; consulting; cultural affairs;
foreign service; human rights; international development;
law; medical ethics; medicine; politics and government;
public policy; training and development; and more.
POLITICAL STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
The Department of Political Studies offers you the opportunity to study power, conflict, and decision-making in a variety of contexts, from Canadian legislatures and courts to
the U.N. and international relations. You might explore the
principles of liberalism and democracy, the causes of conflict in the Middle East, the incentives created by different
electoral systems, or the effects of welfare reform on single
mothers. You will develop critical thinking and writing skills,
which are useful for many pursuits after graduation, and
crucial for citizenship in a democracy.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Campaign management; communica-
tions; diplomatic service; education; government; intelligence
analysis; journalism; law; media analysis; policy development;
public affairs; research; and speech writing.
PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Psychology can be divided broadly into two branches: natural science and social science. In the natural science branch
of Queen’s Psychology program, you will learn about basic
processes of cognition and behavioural neuroscience,
including the effects of brain damage or drug-induced
changes on behaviour, how various neurochemicals affect
normal and abnormal behaviour, mechanisms of memory,
motor control, and how we solve problems. The social science branch of the program focuses on child development,
personality differences, how people act in groups or organizations, health-related behaviours, and various aspects of
normal and abnormal behaviour.
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Our Arts and Science students study both areas and are free
to focus further upon the area that interests them the most.
Courses in statistics and design are central to all of our
programs.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Basic and applied research, business
(consumer behaviour, human resources); counseling (addictions, careers, genetic); corrections; forensic assessment; law;
mediation; medicine; mental health treatment, politics;
program evaluation; public relations; social work; speech
and language pathology and teaching.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
Religious Studies involves understanding the core values
and beliefs that shape the world's cultures today.
This involves examining the history of religious traditions,
comparing the ideas and values of different religions, and
understanding the function of religion in society. Students
of religion use theories from anthropology, sociology,
archeology, literary studies, and cognitive science to investigate why people are religious, where religion comes from,
and how it should be defined and understood. Religious
studies is mutli-disciplinary in nature, global in scope, and
uniquely focused on one of the most intriguing aspects of
the human experience.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Archaeology; education; commerce;
international development; public relations; cultural affairs;
foreign service; journalism; work in religious communities;
and social services.
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SOCIOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Science
In Queen’s Sociology Plan, you will consider theories about
how societies work, learn methodologies to investigate what
is happening, and explore substantive areas such as gender
and racism, socio-legal studies, criminology, and communication and information technologies. We place a major
emphasis on how to study a broad range of social processes,
from childbirth to aging, and from community groups to
world power blocs.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Children’s and social services; crimi-
nal justice; consumer research; corporate training; education; family support services; human resources; international
aid; law; media; policy analysis and research teaching; third
world development; and women’s services.
By studying Spanish you will develop and improve your linguistic skills and enhance your knowledge and appreciation
of literature. Courses that examine the influence of key social, historical, political and artistic developments will allow
you to sharpen your awareness of varied cultural traditions.
Studies in Spanish can be enhanced through study abroad
at a university in Spain or Spanish Latin America.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Art interpretation and criticism;
banking; broadcasting; civil service; cross-cultural communication; foreign services; hotels and tourism; immigration;
imports and exports; international law; museum management; research; teaching; translation
STUDY
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
Faculty of Arts and Science
arts administration; marketing; media relations;
screenwriting/playwrighting; talent representation.
WORLD LANGUAGE STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
Learn to communicate in at least two languages other than
English. Choose from among the eleven languages offered
at Queen’s – Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew,
Greek, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Mohawk and Spanish – and
prepare for an international career; gain insight into cultural
difference, and get ready for a global future. This minor
program complements a wide variety of fields such as
Global Development Studies, Linguistics, Political Studies
and Music, just to name a few.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: This minor concentration is a valu-
SPANISH LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
In this minor concentration students will gain intermediateadvanced fluency in Spanish, and broaden their knowledge
of the Latin American people through literature, film, and
culture. Selected courses from eight other departments are
among the option courses. A minor will enhance and complement a wide variety of Plans such as Economics, Global
Development, Commerce, Linguistics, and Art History, to
name a few.
able complement to many other fields and allows students
to prepare for careers in communication, public administration, international relations, business, human resources,
diplomacy, development work, etc.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Art interpretation; auctioneering;
banking; broadcasting; cross-cultural communication;
curriculum development; customs inspection; foreign
service; genealogical research; immigration; imports and
exports; interpretation; linguistics; museum management;
and teaching.
STAGE AND SCREEN STUDIES
Faculty of Arts and Science
Stage and Screen Studies at Queen's University is meant for
students interested in exploring both these realms and in
drawing together the lessons to be learned in each. It offers
instruction in the theoretical and historical dimensions of
the two art forms, and requires commitment to the demanding opportunity for practical work in each. The program invites a director, writer, or other notable professional
working in theatre, film and television to come to Kingston
each year as the Stage and Screen Visiting Artist to conduct
classes, hold a presentation for the Queen's and Kingston
public and otherwise benefit students with their experience.
By combining selected courses from Film and Media and the
Department of Drama, along with others of the student's
choosing from the Department of Art or the School of
Music, Stage and Screen Studies provides a challenging and
rewarding path toward understanding the relations of the
arts in contemporary society.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Performance; broadcasting;
costume/set design; directing (film and theatre);
Queen’s University
Accelerated Route to
Medical School (QuARMS)
Queen’s University Accelerated Route to
Medical School (QuARMS) is a unique
opportunity for Chancellor’s Scholarship
nominees to enter medical school after only
two years of undergraduate study in the
Faculty of Arts and Science.
This reduces the time frame for receiving an
MD from one of Canada’s premier medical
schools. QuARMS is the only admission track
of its kind for high school students in Canada.
Find out more at queensu.ca/
admission/programs/quarms.html
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Isabel Bader Centre
for the Performing Arts
OPENING IN !
On the shore of Lake Ontario, at one of Kingston and Ontario's oldest heritage sites,
a world of imagination is taking root – the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts.
With recital, theatre, screening and rehearsal space, the centre will feature the latest
advances in technology. In addition to presenting performances, concerts and festivals
from the local region and all across Canada, the new Isabel Bader Centre for the
Performing Arts will become the new home for the four creative arts departments at
Queen’s University.
The School of Music, Department of Drama, Department of Film and Media and the
Department of Art will share the exhibition, performance and teaching spaces within
the centre, and embrace the principle of interactivity and integration through common
teaching rooms, joint courses, and shared public spaces and services.
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The Facts
80,000 square feet of performance,
exhibition and teaching space
560-seat concert hall with superior
acoustics
Sound studio and recording facilities
Large lobby with a café on the
waterfront
100-seat studio theatre
90-seat film screening room
Rehearsal hall for multi-purpose use
Art and media lab to be used for
instruction and display
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE,
HONOURS (BSCH)
OUAC CODE: QS
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
BIOCHEMISTRY
Faculty of Arts and Science
One of the fastest growing and most exciting sciences,
Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes in all living
species. This program will prepare students for work in
industry or in graduate studies, and is well-known for its
five-year option which includes an intensive eight-month
plus four-month internship placements available in major
pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government-funded research laboratories, and hospital and university research institutes.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Animal research; biotechnology and
pharmaceutical industry; business; dentistry; drug development; forensics; genetics; medical and clinical research;
medicine; nursing; optometry; law; pharmacy; physical
therapy; public health; public and private research laboratories; sports medicine; teaching; toxicology; and veterinary
science.
BIOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Science
There has never been a more exciting time to study Biology,
with subjects ranging as broadly as climate change and the
conservation of biodiversity, the origin and evolution of life,
the form and function of organisms, and the ongoing
“omics” revolution at the molecular level. Reflecting this
diversity, Queen’s Biology students have an extraordinary
range of courses to choose from in the broad areas of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Organismal and Integrative
Biology, Genetics, and Molecular and Cell Biology. The program emphasizes interactive learning with hands-on laboratories, small senior seminar modules and field courses at the
internationally-recognized Queen’s Biological Station and
around the world. Numerous opportunities exist for independent research in professors’ laboratories, including our
capstone 4th year thesis projects, which ready graduates for
a career by developing both research and presentation
skills.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Academic and applied research;
teaching; medicine and health sciences; veterinary medicine;
genetic counseling; biotechnology; environmental policy,
protection and law; climatology; fisheries science;
ecotoxicology.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Faculty of Arts and Science
From genes to ecosystems, there is a long history of interdisciplinary studies between Mathematics and Biology. The
synergy between these disciplines allows students to study
biological processes that are embedded in larger complex
biological system, while developing theoretical foundations
that can be applied to a wide range of systems. Queen’s has
a vibrant group of researchers and educators in biomathematics. Students in this program are exposed to a comprehensive suite of mathematics courses that ranges from
statistics and differential equations to mathematical evolutionary biology, and biology courses that range from genetics and molecular biology to ecology and evolution.
In the Environmental Science program, you will acquire an
appreciation of the scope and complexity of environmental
systems, the ability to deal with the socio-economic dimensions of an issue, and the fundamental knowledge to adapt
to changes in the future. If you are interested in a science
concentration, you will study environmental systems from
the perspective of the natural and physical sciences, while
recognizing the human and cultural dimensions of the issues.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Biological research; modelling for re-
source management; statistical analysis; medicine; epidemiology; public health; policy; environmental law.
BIOLOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Integrating Biology and Psychology, this specialization provides students with a broad appreciation of the genetic
basis of life, the form and function of organisms and their
evolutionary basis. In addition, students will gain an understanding of the cognitive processes and neuroscience underlying the behaviour of animals. Students choose from
courses in both disciplines to build their degree plan, allowing for an extraordinary range of opportunities for upper
year research experiences and specialized seminar courses.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Academic and applied research, par-
ticularly in animal behaviour and neuroscience; teaching;
medicine and health sciences; pharmacology; biotechnology;
genetic counselling; health care and rehabilitation; nursing.
CHEMISTRY
Faculty of Arts and Science
As one of the top chemistry teaching and research departments in Canada, we offer a stimulating learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Queen’s
Chemistry programs have rich practical laboratory components, where you will put into practice key concepts learned
from your lectures. In upper years, you can specialize in one
or more of the fundamental branches of chemistry – analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, and theoretical – or explore
new applications such as environmental, materials, biological,
computational, or polymer chemistry.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Teaching; public and private
research; medical laboratories; industrial processes;
pharmaceuticals; forensic technician; environmental
research; medicine; dentistry; and pharmacy.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Teaching; law; quality control;
agriculture; air pollution; animal research; aquaculture;
climatology; disaster relief; eco-tourism; forestry; international/sustainable development; policy; toxic and hazardous
waste management; and urban and regional planning.
GEOGRAPHY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Geography is an interdisciplinary field that spans the
sciences, the social sciences and the humanities. In earth
systems science we study natural processes, their interactions, and both naturally and human-generated environmental issues. In the social sciences we study a variety of
social problems generated by the uneven distribution of
resources at scales from the local to the global. In the
humanities we explore how humans continue to transform
the places where they live.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Education; academic research; urban
and regional planning; community development; survey research; immigration and settlement; tourism; law; climatology; geospatial analysis; forestry conservation; disaster
planning; development and humanitarian assistance; diplomacy; project management and consultancy; advertising;
environmental conservation and management; heritage
conservation.
GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Faculty of Arts and Science
As a Geological Science student, you will unravel the complex processes of the Earth. Many courses involve laboratory
and field work with students working in small groups; senior
courses include several extended field trips. Studies in
Geological Science can be complemented with courses
in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Geography, Physics
or Chemistry.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Oil and gas exploration; mining and
mineral exploration; environmental assessments (all of these
either in the field or the office); geophysics and earthquake
studies; geochemistry; hydrogeology; hazard assessment for
urban planning.
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STUDY
BIOLOGY AND MATHEMATICS
Faculty of Arts and Science
probability, and statistics. Our faculty include leading researchers and many winners of national and university teaching awards. Students are able to obtain a major, medial, or a
minor degree in either mathematics or statistics.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Accounting; actuarial science; statis-
tics; data mining; banking; computer science; cryptography;
mathematical finance; risk analysis; mathematical modeling;
systems and robotics; telecommunications; research; school
teacher; university professor.
PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
Faculty of Arts and Science
Jessica Murphy Burke
@J_Murphy...
My sister just accepted to @queensu!
Such a proud big sister and @queensualumni!
#tricolour #foreveragael #queenslove
Hasina Shain Daya
Through studying Physics at Queen’s, you will be trained in
observation and experimentation, in mathematics and
model building, and will develop the confidence to tackle
new and intellectually demanding problems, placing you at
the leading edge of research and development in science
and technology. This program deals with the properties of
matter and energy, from everyday concepts such as force,
heat and electricity to abstract ideas of relativity and quantum mechanics. The Department of Physics, Engineering
Physics and Astronomy also offers a Subject of Specialization concentration in Astrophysics.
@hsdsunshine
Choosing @queensu was one of the best
decisions I’ve ever made. With a fantastic
education & phenomenal student population
#couldntask4more
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Advanced materials; alternative
energy; astrophysics; fundamental physics research;
environmental monitoring; law; medical imaging; medicine;
nanoscience; nuclear power; optometry; photonics; planetary
science; radiology; remote sensing and space science.
LIFE SCIENCES
Faculty of Arts and Science
PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty of Arts and Science
With courses from two Queen’s Faculties – the Faculty of
Health Sciences and the Faculty of Arts and Science – Life
Sciences is one of the most requested programs at Queen’s.
The strength of our program lies in the integration of basic
health sciences founded on a core of natural and physical
science courses. In the final two years of the program you
can choose one of the streams devoted to research: Cancer
Research, Drug Development and Human Toxicology, Cardiorespiratory Science, Neuroscience, or you can select another focus of research or comprehensive study.
Psychology can be divided broadly into two branches: natural science and social science. In the natural science branch
of Queen’s Psychology program, you will learn about basic
processes of cognition and behavioural neuroscience, including the effects of brain damage or drug-induced
changes on behaviour, how various neurochemicals affect
normal and abnormal behaviour, mechanisms of memory,
motor control, and how we solve problems. The social science branch of the program focuses on child development,
personality differences, how people act in groups or organizations, health-related behaviours, and various aspects of
normal and abnormal behaviour. Our Arts and Science students study both areas and are free to focus further upon
the area that interests them the most. Courses in statistics
and design are central to all of our programs.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Animal research; biotechnology and
pharmaceutical industry; business; dentistry; drug development; forensics; genetics; medical and clinical research; medicine; nursing; optometry; law; pharmacy; physical therapy;
public health; public and private research laboratories; sports
medicine; teaching; toxicology; and veterinary science.
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
Faculty of Arts and Science
Our programs appeal to a broad range of students, including
those interested in pure mathematics, applied mathematics,
the physical and biological sciences, teaching, actuarial studies,
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CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Basic and applied research; business
(consumer behaviour, human resources); counseling (addictions, careers, genetic); corrections; forensic assessment; law;
mediation; medicine; mental health treatment, politics; program evaluation; public relations; social work; speech and
language pathology; and teaching.
School of Computing
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Interaction and user-interface design;
game design; research in Computing; Psychology;
and Linguistics.
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Computing, Honours (BCMPH)
OUAC CODE: QD
Computing and the Creative Arts page 42
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
COMPUTER SCIENCE
COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICS
Primarily intended for students aiming at graduate work in
the theory of Computing or in an applied area of Computing
requiring significant mathematical expertise, such as communications, optimization, security, or biomedical computing.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Research in Computer Science.
Computer Science explores the science and the principles
that underlie all of computing. It provides broad training
with the opportunity to focus on specific areas such as
artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, computer games, computer graphics, and systems.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: From software developer to systems
analyst, information architect to database administrator,
graduates are prepared for any number of careers in
the technology industry.
SOFTWARE DESIGN
Software Design is the art and science of software architecture, analysis, development and evolution, for those destined
to carry the capabilities of computer systems beyond current
limits. Accredited as a Software Engineering program.
A game development stream is now available.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Graduates become the software archi-
tects, graphics and game developers, designers and entrepreneurs who drive the software revolution.
BIOMEDICAL COMPUTING
Queen's is the pioneer in undergraduate Biomedical Computing, one of the most promising fields in health research.
This innovative program combines the problem-solving
capabilities of Computer Science with the most advanced
techniques of the life sciences, resulting in endless possibilities for Biological research and improvements in health care.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Medicine; dentistry; pharmacy;
and research in biology; medicine; neuroscience or
pharmacology.
COGNITIVE SCIENCE
Computers can play chess – could they one day diagnose
illnesses or write symphonies? These are questions explored
in our Cognitive Science program. Drawing from psychology,
philosophy, linguistics, neuroscience, and computing, this
program explores the science of the mind and thought.
• innovative multidisciplinary programs
in creative and medical fields such as
Biomedical Computing and Computing
and the Creative Arts (BAH)
• state-of-the-art facilities enable our programs
to keep abreast of the evolving demands of
the industry
• internship opportunities with top employers
like Electronic Arts, IBM and BlackBerry
enhance career prospects
• opportunities for undergraduate research in
fields involving human/computer interaction,
IT security, biomedicine and computer
applications in deep ocean discovery
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STUDY
COMPUTING
FINE ART (VISUAL ART)
Faculty of Arts and Science
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Fine Art, Honours (BFAH) in Visual
Art
MUSIC
OUAC CODE: QT
School of Music
• intensive studio training is complemented by lecture
and seminar courses in Art History
Bachelor of Music (BMUS)
• small class sizes and high professor-to-student ratios
create an interactive learning environment
• students are encouraged to push technical and creative
boundaries in a wide variety of media in spacious well
equipped studios
With its tradition of scholarship and research, and an
environment that both stimulates and challenges, Queen's
provides the ideal setting for the study of and creation of
Visual Art. Our program combines the creative, technical, and
critical studies required for studio practice in four interrelated
areas: painting, printmaking, sculpture and new media.
These are seen as broad overlapping areas each containing
many approaches and procedures. Studio training is
complemented by studies in Art History and elective courses.
It is possible to complete a Minor in another subject as a part
of the BFA (Honours) Degree.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Professional artist; medical illustrator;
book illustrator; advertising specialist; animation artist;
auction manager; commercial artist; costume designer; stage
designer; production designer; fashion designer; art conservationist; museum and gallery curator; architect; computer
and media specialist; art therapist; teacher; cultural worker;
art consultant; interior designer.
DEGREE PROGRAM:
OUAC CODE: QM
Also available with Concurrent Education
(see page 70), OUAC Code: QMM
• exceptional flexibility in the Bachelor of Music degree
allows students to pursue their dreams while
concentrating on one or more areas within music
• fully integrated concurrent Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of
Education program in Ontario graduates music teachers
in 5 years
• by focusing on undergraduate studies, the School
of Music has earned a reputation across Canada for
producing some of the best-prepared graduates, who
excel as scholars, composers, teachers and performers
At the Queen’s School of Music, you will get a solid
education in classical western music from ancient times
to the avant-garde, built on courses in applied study
(performance), musicology/ethnomusicology, music
education, and theory and composition. A Bachelor of Arts
with a Music concentration can combine studies in Music
with disciplines as closely related as Drama or Film, or as
broadly compatible as the Sciences or English Literature.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Arts management; audio
consulting; composing; concert production; conducting;
copyright and trademark law; film scoring; instrument
repair; music therapy; performance; research; songwriting;
sound creation; sound engineering; talent scouting;
teaching; voice coaching; and writing lyrics.
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STUDY
Through their program, students in the Physical
Education and Kinesiology programs have access
to internship-based courses in a variety of areas,
including: Athletic Therapy; Research; Strength
and Conditioning; and Exercise and Disability.
PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION
School of Kinesiology and Health Studies
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education,
Honours (BPHEH)
OUAC CODE: QPH
KINESIOLOGY
School of Kinesiology and Health Studies
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Science, Honours Kinesiology
(BSCH KINE)
OUAC CODE: QK
(Accreditation by the Canadian Council of University Physical
Education and Kinesiology Administrators)
Kinesiology students explore ways to improve human
movement and performance through a multi-disciplinary
approach that includes a primary focus on the applied
exercise science areas such as biomechanics and exercise
physiology, supplemented by an examination of other key
areas such as the psychology of sport and exercise, the
socio-cultural dimensions of physical activity, and health
promotion. Kinesiology courses are supplemented by a
number of science course selections, chosen to match
students’ interests and career goals.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Athletic therapy; certified kinesiolo-
gist; chiropractics; coaching; complementary medicine;
ergonomics; health education; health and wellness consultant; medicine; nutrition and dietetics; occupational therapy;
personal training; pharmaceuticals; physical or physiotherapy; and stroke or cardiac rehabilitation.
(Accreditation by the Canadian Council of University Physical
Education and Kinesiology Administrators)
The honours program in Physical and Health Education
explores human movement from a multi-disciplinary
perspective. Students are taught the application of physical
activity and sport knowledge in the context of teaching,
coaching, fitness consulting, etc. and across all populations
and abilities (e.g. children, persons with disabilities and
seniors). Along with other post-degree options, the program
prepares students to offer Physical Education as a teaching
subject for admission to teacher preparation programs.
YOU WILL:
• focus on the application of physical activity in various
settings with different populations
• learn about human movement from a multi-disciplinary
perspective including the physical, behavioural and social
sciences
• take the classroom to the field: put theory into practice by
getting involved in community-based placements
• prepare students for the teaching profession with physical
education as a teaching subject
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Adventure-based travel; athletic
therapy; coaching; complementary medicine; eco-tourism;
facilities management; health education; health and wellness consultant; medicine; municipal recreation; nutrition
and dietetics; occupational therapy; personal training; physical or physiotherapy; sports administration; and teaching.
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L
ibraries aren’t just big
buildings filled with
books. At Queen’s,
the library is where you
live – in your home, in
the classroom and yes,
in big buildings. Queen’s
has six libraries on
campus and countless
other ways to access the
information you’ll need
for your studies,
including online journals,
databases and e-books
that you can use
wherever you are. Plus,
there are always people
to help you find what
you need, even if you’re
not sure exactly what
that is.
by the
numbers
The Library has millions of academic
information resources, including:
Over 85 million
Over 2 million
Over 80,000
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journal articles
books and e-books
e-journals
30
subject specialists
6
libraries with over
3,000 seats
1
Library café
#1 for library holdings per
student – Maclean’s 2013 rankings
The Library is more than just
information. It is the heart of campus,
a place where you’ll meet new friends,
be inspired and catch up with
classmates. Latte in hand (yes, food
and drink are allowed!), you might just
find yourself spending a lot of time in
this place.
“A” grade for library
– Globe and Mail Canadian
University Report, 2012
The Library has a mix of spaces for lots
of different purposes throughout the six
libraries on campus. There are group
study rooms that you can book, where
you can work with your classmates on
group projects, quiet study areas where
you can really concentrate, and open,
social areas where you can meet up with
friends.
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Blended Learning in Arts and Science
In the Faculty of Arts and Science, an innovative course design known as Blended
Learning is going beyond the lecture format to enable you to engage in a personal
learning experience. The focus is on your classroom experience. You will work
collaboratively in small groups and actively participate in your own learning.
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What is a blended course?
In Arts and Science, “blended learning” means the
thoughtful and purposeful combination of classroom
learning and online learning. The specific design of
each blended course is unique, but in general:
Expect to
• Be excited about your classes!
• Focus your classroom time on small group activities,
active discussion and collaborative learning, where
you will apply, discuss, debate and engage in
deeper understanding of concepts and theories
• Spend fewer classroom hours listening to lectures
• Learn the fundamentals of your course work
through interactive online materials
and reading
• Enjoy the freedom of being able to do some of your
course work without leaving your home! (We think
this is really nice when going to a traditional class
might mean walking there in the middle of a
snow storm…)
• Be challenged, and learn from your professors,
teaching assistants and your fellow students
We want to provide you with the best possible learning experiences. Studies show that
student learning outcomes for blended courses are as good as or better than traditional
fully face-to-face courses. A student-centred approach, and the active learning strategies
that characterize blended courses are key to this success.
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Arts and Science Online
Continuing and Distance Studies
A traditional, on-campus degree doesn’t work for you?
Consider one of Queen’s Arts and Science online degrees in English, psychology
or history or one of a wide range of online courses.
Benefit from:
• High-quality online learning taught by the same professors who are winning teaching awards
on Queen’s campus.
• Interactivity and connection with fully interactive computer-based activities like videos,
presentations, group work, discussion forums and live tutorials.
• Courses developed by Queen’s faculty assisted by professional instructional designers to ensure
the best online learning experience.
• Flexibility that meets your needs with courses offered in fall, winter and summer terms.
Complete a degree while balancing work and family life or finish a degree by taking online courses.
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by the
Belleville to Beijing:
numbers
tracking a Queen’s online
summer course
3 the number of degree programs
offered online
During summer session 2012
62 the number of courses offered online
250 students
3704 the number of on-campus students
taking at least one course online
enrolled in the digital media
theory and trends online course
I have a lot of interaction with other students in the
program through the online components.
The conversations quickly develop and it is
rejuvenating to share thoughts and opinions with
so many other people. – SANDRA RACICOT
For more information:
www.queensu.ca/artsci_online
Most were full-time Queen’s
students catching up or
getting ahead!
34%
But only
of them were located in
Kingston during the semester
Course participation spanned
7
provinces
7
states
11
countries
Students enrolled, participated
and engaged with course material
from across the world.
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First-Year Studies in England at Herstmonceux Castle
Make campus life a life experience. This is the opportunity that awaits you at Queen’s University’s Bader
International Study Centre (BISC) at Herstmonceux Castle.
At the BISC, your campus will be a 15th Century castle in southeastern England, and your classrooms will be
London’s National Gallery, the Palace of Westminster, and the Museé d’Orsay, to name just a few. Your classmates and professors will come from some of the finest universities worldwide. You will learn together and
share ideas in an intimate residential community. Together, you will explore new cultures, societies, languages,
history and economics. You will gain a broader view of the world simply by occupying a different place in it.
Following your year at the Castle you will return to the Queen’s University campus in Kingston to resume your
Bachelor of Arts studies, but you may elect to return to the Castle for a term or more, or participate in a university exchange, at some point during your future studies.
Even though we hope you will choose to come to Queen’s and study at the Castle, you should know that you
don’t have to be a Queen’s student to study at the Castle. As a student at another university, you can choose to
do a year or a term at the Castle during your undergraduate studies.
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Valuing your Castle Experience
Your year at the Castle will elevate you and your
educational experience to a new level by taking
advantage of the Castle’s ideal location to allow for
field study and experiential learning. Day or multi-day
field study excursions are an essential and integrated
element of the BISC program, and reflect our
emphasis on anchoring the academic experience in
direct observation and participation. Additional
cultural studies trips, as well as two five-day midterm
trips, further enhance your opportunity to absorb
first-hand the culture and history of the United
Kingdom and Continental Europe.
Field studies, small class sizes, and a diverse mix of
students and faculty living in an intimate, residential
community are the cornerstones the BISC experience.
Combined, they provide the foundation of a dynamic
and innovative liberal arts program which has been
recognized by the prestigious AUCC-Scotiabank
Award for Excellence in Internationalization.
Activities and the Community
The Herstmonceux Estate offers a daily reminder that
you are part of special group, in a very special place,
surrounded by supportive faculty and staff.
At the Castle, you will benefit from the wide range
of student activities offered both on and off-campus.
You might also choose to become involved in the
local community through volunteerism, sports or
cultural organizations.
Highlights
Although over 5,000 kilometres separate the Kingston
campus and the Herstmonceux campus, they share
the same values and standards of academic excellence. The international-themed courses and curriculum at the Castle have been designed to integrate
with degree programs at Queen’s and to maximize
your access to many of the popular Arts and Social
Science disciplines.
Herstmonceux
Different Location, Same Queen’s Quality
The Castle’s location provides a perfect setting in
which to develop a sense of curiosity, analytical ability and international awareness that will be a vital
part of not only your university experience, but your
entire life thereafter.
500 Acres to explore on the
Herstmonceux Estate
30
Students per class
(maximum)
21
Students per class (average)
100 Percent of students who live
in residence at the BISC
Integrated, hands-on field study
excursions
All-inclusive package: your tuition
includes accommodation, meals,
program fees, field studies and two
five-day mid-term trips
Diverse faculty and student population
For more information visit: queensu.ca/bisc
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STUDY
Learning Comes to Life
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
DEGREES OFFERED:
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING (BSC)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING WITH PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP (BSC)
Queen’s engineers take pride in an enduring tradition of achievement, both academically and in extracurricular
pursuits, that have an impact on the world around them. In an atmosphere of collaboration, not competition,
this dual focus has helped make Queen’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science an international leader in
engineering education.
With a common first year, the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science allows you to make an educated
choice about the program you’d like to pursue – a realistic engineering project in first year will help you
discover your passion and choose your engineering field. In addition, as long as you pass all your first-year
courses, every program is open to you. We also offer 12-16 month paid work internships, or the opportunity to
combine Arts with Engineering for a dual degree. It’s no wonder Queen’s Engineers are so highly sought after!
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Queen’s common first year curriculum gives you
exposure to all of our engineering disciplines prior to
choosing your best fit. As long as you pass all first-year
courses, you’ll be given a space in your discipline of
choice:
Chemical Engineering chemeng.queensu.ca
Biomedical, Biochemical, Environmental,
Chemical Process Engineering
Civil Engineering civil.queensu.ca
Infrastructure, Enviromental, Hydraulics,
Geotechnical, Public Health
Computer Engineering ece.queensu.ca
Digital Systems Engineering, System Architecture,
Software Engineering
Electrical Engineering ece.queensu.ca
Signal Processing, Digital/Wireless Communication,
Controls, Machines, Robotics, Power Electronics,
Microwave and Optical Communications
Mechanical and Materials Engineering
me.queensu.ca
Mechatronics, Biomechanical, Materials,
Manufacturing, Fluid Dynamics, Aerospace
STUDY
10 PROGRAMS, MANY SPECIALIZATIONS
INNOVATIVE COURSES
Technology, Engineering and Management
(TEAM)
Act as a consultant in a multidisciplinary team of
engineering, commerce, law, and science students.
Explore problem and project scope definition, project
execution including technical alternatives (health,
safety, and environmental), prepare recommendations, and market and financial analysis. This ultimate
real-world challenge concludes with a report and
presentation at the client’s office.
Practical Engineering Modules
This national award-winning course launches you
into a realistic engineering environment right in first
year! Project teams are challenged to solve a unique
problem while learning best-practice in experimentation methods, design work, safety, community and
societal issues.
Engineering Society
The Engineering Society (or EngSoc) is an entirely
student-run organization that oversees a range of
activities and groups on campus.
engsoc.queensu.ca
appsci.queensu.ca
Mining Engineering mine.queensu.ca
Environmental, Mine-Mechanical,
Mineral Processing, Mining
Engineering Chemistry chemeng.queensu.ca
Biosciences Engineering, Environmental Chemistry,
Advanced Materials
Engineering Physics physics.queensu.ca
Mechanical, Computing, Electrical, Materials
Geological Engineering geol.queensu.ca
Geo-Environmental, Geotechnical,
Mineral and Energy Exploration
Mathematics and Engineering
mast.queensu.ca/meng
Control and Robotics, Applied Mechanics,
Computing and Communications,
Control and Communications
by the
numbers
250 maximum number of students in a first-year
Engineering classroom
10 world-class degree programs
500+ Engineering internships available
91% graduation rate – the highest rate of any
Canadian Engineering program
32.5% percentage of females in our first-year Engineering
programs in 2010 – one of the highest of any of
the major programs in the country
96% employment rate after 2 years
13 design teams ranging from Aero Design,
Mini Baja, and Concrete Canoe to the
renowned Queen’s Solar Design Challenge team.
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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
AND APPLIED SCIENCE
DEGREE PROGRAM:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSC)
OUAC CODE: QE
SUBJECTS OF STUDY
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
From computer disks and pharmaceuticals, to removing
contaminants from soil and creating synthetic body tissue,
society relies daily on products manufactured in the chemical-process industry. Our Chemical Engineering program
combines the study of mathematics, chemistry, physics and
biology with engineering principles. You will acquire sound
knowledge of chemical-process theory and practice within
environmentally-friendly parameters, and accumulate direct
experience with chemical-process equipment and simulators.
Areas of specialization: biochemical/biomedical;
environmental; and computer process control.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Biotechnology; pharmaceuticals;
food and agrochemical production; energy production and
conservation; environmental production; business analysis
and consulting.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
We go about our lives within a physical environment created
by civil engineers: homes, schools, office buildings, highways, bridges, subway systems, airports, river and coastal
systems and green landfills. As a civil engineering student,
you will study how to plan, design and build these structures
and systems with an environmentally-respectful approach.
As part of its real-world preparation, this innovative program
emphasizes self-learning, teamwork, communication and
leadership and problem solving. Areas of specialization are
environmental and infrastructure, and public health.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Public health; architecture; art
installation; construction; urban and regional planning;
industrial design; environmental assessment; and traffic
and transportation.
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
The information and communication technology of our
knowledge-based society places computer engineers at the
hub of a computing revolution that is constantly changing
the way people live and work. In this program, you will study
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CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Pharmaceuticals; agriculture;
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Artificial intelligence; communica-
This program allows students to apply the knowledge of
fundamental physical principles underlying modern technology and processes. You will study a strategic combination of math, physics and engineering courses from a
chosen specialty area. Courses in quantum mechanics,
laser optics and nanotechnology will help prepare you for
an engineering career at the leading edge of technology.
You will acquire advanced problem-solving and instrumentation skills, and will be able to apply your superior mathematical, analytical and abstract-thinking ability to modern
engineering challenges. Areas of specialization include
mechanical, computing, electrical, and materials.
tions; digital systems; microprocessing; robotics; wireless
communications; and public and private research.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Electrical engineers are specialists who provide essential
support for the conveniences and services related to electric
power and communications, and take leading roles in the
design of new products and services. As an electrical engineering student, you will study electric circuits and motors,
electro-magnetics, microelectronics, signal processing, digital
logic, and microprocessors. You will build on a base of applied
mathematics and physics, and learn to use the laws of
physics that govern electrical systems to design new products and services. Areas of specialization include communications, control systems, electronics, power, and signal
processing.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Information technology; wireless
and fibre-optic communications; robotics; biomedicine;
aerospace; automation; aviation electronics; radio and
television; sound technology; solar and wind energy;
transportation; alternative energy; and power electronics.
ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
As the only program of its kind in North America, Engineering
Chemistry provides a deeper knowledge of chemistry than
chemical engineering. While chemical engineers design and
build production processes, engineering chemists are experts in the chemistry behind the process. In this program,
you will study organic and experimental chemistry, reactivity principles, methods of determining structure, knowledge
of chemical processes and materials at a molecular level. You
will be able to apply your knowledge of which chemical
reactions produce which products, from car fuels to medicines, and be able to improve, advance and troubleshoot in
the areas of process design and materials design. Areas of
specialization: biosciences chemistry, environmental
chemistry, materials chemistry, and process chemistry.
food-product; biomedicine; environmental-protection
sectors; research and development; environmental protection; forensics; genetics; industrial health and safety;
and toxicology.
ENGINEERING PHYSICS
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Aerodynamics; aerospace engineer-
ing; astrophysics; atomic physics; environmental assessment;
fiber optic communications; nuclear physics; seismology;
spacecraft design; high-tech industry; and research and development.
GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
This program applies principles and techniques of the earth
sciences to tasks such as extracting mineral and energy
resources, preventing soil and water contamination, managing natural hazards, and building infrastructure with,
or within, earth materials. You will study physics, chemistry,
applied mathematics and natural processes such as earthquakes, volcanoes, continental drift and mountain formation. You will also acquire field skills and training in state-of
-the-art geological analysis tools. Areas of specialization
include geo-environmental engineering, geotechnical
engineering and mineral and energy exploration.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Agriculture; alternate energy;
architecture; climatology; coastal engineering; construction;
environmental consulting; excavation; explosives; forestry;
meteorology; mine design; nuclear engineering; oil and
gas/petroleum; paleontology; planetary science; and
volcanology.
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STUDY
circuits, electronics, digital logic, micro-processors, computer architecture, hardware design techniques, and master
the principles of software engineering. You may choose to
specialize in software engineering or complement your core
knowledge with expertise in areas such as integrated circuit
engineering, digital signal processing or communications
systems. Further areas of specialization are computer architecture, computer networks, digital system, microprocessors,
and software systems.
MATHEMATICS AND ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
in materials and nanotechnology. Areas of specialization
include aerospace, mechatronics, biomechanical, manufacturing, materials, and thermofluids.
This one-of-a-kind program in Canada teaches highly
sophisticated mathematical approaches to engineering
issues. As a Mathematics and Engineering student, you will
study pure and applied math along with engineering
courses in your chosen area of specialization. You will learn
to analyze and solve engineering problems requiring superior
math skills, such as those involving modern communications, control and mechatronic systems. Areas of specialization: control and robotics, applied mechanics, computing
and communication, control and communications.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Aerospace/spacecraft design; aircraft
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Aerospace; architecture; artificial
intelligence; computer programming; cryptology; data
control; information systems; microprocessing; risk
management; robotics; satellite communications;
telecommunications; and wireless technology.
MECHANICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
The domain of mechanical engineers is truly vast because
they are needed wherever machines are, and at every stage
of design, manufacturing, construction and research. In this
program you will study basic engineering courses as well as
practical courses in machine design, robotics and manufacturing methods. Hands-on design is integral to this program.
You may be involved in designing artificial joints, or even
spacecraft, depending on your specialization. If you choose
the Materials option, you’ll study the exciting developments
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industry; automotive; biomechanics; digital systems; electricity generation; internal combustion engines; International
development; law; materials processing; medicine; research;
risk assessment; robotics; and underwater technology.
MINING ENGINEERING
BSC IN ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Aside from the plant material we harvest, all of the raw material used by human society comes from minerals extracted
from the earth. This program prepares you for careers in both
the minerals industry and related environmental and technological fields. As a Mining Engineering student, you will study a
broad range of disciplines involved in locating, extracting,
producing, refining, utilizing, reusing, recycling, and disposing
of mineral and metal products and byproducts. The program
teaches students how these processes can be carried out
efficiently and competitively, with a focus on sustainability
and the environment. Areas of specialization: environmental,
mine-mechanical, mineral processing, and mining.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Blasting control; environmental
impact assessment; excavation; explosives; international
development; jewellery design; law; medicine; open pit
mining; petrochemicals; quarrying; research; site investigation; underground mining; and welding.
Commerce Society
For more information about our student government,
please visit: comsoc.queensu.ca
Global Connections
The Commerce program includes students from
across Canada and around the world. You will have
the opportunity to study business abroad through
exchange opportunities at over 95 universities
worldwide, or Queen’s own Bader International
Study Centre in East Sussex, England. Over 80%
of Commerce students participate in international
exchange.
Optional Programs
Our professional development workshops will
give you an advantage in any career you choose.
Commerce students are able to earn a Certificate in
Socially Responsible Leadership offered by the QSB
Centre for Responsible Leadership.
It’s Your Career
Commerce
DEGREE OFFERED: BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
(BCOM, HONOURS)
OUAC CODE: QC
Get Down to Business
From your first day in the Commerce program, you
will become immersed in a program that features
small class sizes, a team approach, state-of-the-art
technologies, and a focus on personal academic
development. The first two years of your program
provide a strong business grounding. In third and
fourth year, you can focus on areas of interest such
as accounting, finance or marketing, or you can
remain a generalist by choosing courses from various
fields of study.
The Business Career Centre includes a team of
recruitment and career development experts who
support your career advancement. We offer a
comprehensive career management plan which
covers career exploration to job search through
one-on-one coaching, workshops, mock interviews
and events with corporate partners. We also build
and maintain relationships with a large variety of
companies who actively visit campus to recruit
Queen’s Commerce students.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Accounting; actuarial science;
advertising; banking; corporate social responsibility;
entrepreneurship; event management; finance; fundraising;
human resources; industrial relations; information systems;
international business; investment banking; investment
management; management; management consulting;
marketing; operations management; organizational
behaviour; public relations; and sales and business
development among others.
For more information about Queen’s Commerce,
please visit: queenscommerce.com
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STUDY
The Commerce experience extends well beyond the
classroom. You will enjoy unparalleled extracurricular
opportunities, including a wide range of conferences
and competitions, and a tremendous sense of
community.
Concurrent Education
DEGREES OFFERED: BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS
(BAH/BEd), BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HONOURS
(BCMPH/BEd), BACHELOR OF MUSIC (BMUS/BEd)
educ.queensu.ca
Passion for Education
Concurrent Education at Queen’s is a program
that prepares secondary school graduates who are
passionate about teaching and learning to become
educators who are caring, critically reflective and
dedicated to inclusivity, social justice, collaboration
and leadership. Con-Ed graduates are viewed
favourably by school boards and other prospective
employers due to their additional field experience
in schools and exposure to issues and policies in
education.
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One Program, Two Degrees
With Queen’s Con-Ed, you will be working on two
degrees at the same time – an Honours Bachelor’s
degree in Arts, Science or Music and a Bachelor of
Education degree – both right from day one.
The BEd degree from Queen’s is widely accepted
for teacher certification across Canada and around
the world.
Critical Thinking and Challenging
Perceptions
Along with your studies in the Faculty of Arts
and Science, you will take courses about:
• intro to schools, teaching and curriculum
• planning for learning
• professional teaching practice
• equity and inclusivity
STUDY
Facilities
These courses will expand your perception of education as you know it, introduce you to new ideas and
practices and ask you to critically reflect on how you
will practice as an educator.
Flexible Choices
Queen’s Con-Ed offers two program options that
lead to certification in:
• Education Library has thousands of professional
and scholarly resources for teachers
• State-of-the-art e-Learning classrooms
• Education Career Services – provides career and job
placement support to Queen’s Education students
before and after graduation, and beyond!
• Primary-Junior (Kindergarten – Grade 6) or
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: Administration; curriculum develop-
• Intermediate-Senior (Grades 7 – 12)
ment; children’s services; coaching; communications; corporate training; counseling; teaching; guidance; mediation;
public speaking; and public and private research.
Students select one program option at the end of
first year. Your first year of Queen’s Con-Ed is all about
exploring options. You will take the same introductory teaching courses and complete placements in a
Primary-Junior and in an Intermediate setting before
deciding on your preferred divisions. You also have
the flexibility offered through the Faculty of Arts and
Science so you can explore diverse fields of learning
to take to the classroom.
Take Theory to the Classroom
As a Queen’s Con-Ed student, you will complete
in-school field experience placements, working in
classrooms alongside other education professionals.
Close-Knit Community – Wide Ranging
Involvement
The Con-Ed program at Queen’s admits 250 students
each year. Just because it’s small, though, doesn’t
mean the opportunities are limited. From working
with Queen’s Health Outreach on public health initiatives in Africa, South America and Northern Canada
to volunteering with local schools, Con-Ed students
are always a visible part of the Queen’s community.
As well, you will benefit from being surrounded by
friends and peers who are all passionate about teaching and learning. We provide our Con-Ed graduates
many opportunities for professional development
through workshops and the Queen’s Conference on
Education.
by the
numbers
There are Queen’s grads teaching in every
Canadian province and territory.
10-15% of Queen’s Education graduates every
year begin their teaching careers overseas.
Queen’s Education alumni have taught and are
teaching in over 90 countries worldwide.
Many Queen’s Education graduates who began
their careers overseas have moved into
leadership/administrative positions in leading
international schools.
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Nursing Science
DEGREE OFFERED: BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE
(BNSC)
OUAC CODE: QN
There’s never been a more exciting time to consider a
Bachelor of Nursing Science degree!
Nurses are among the most in-demand professionals
in the health care environment. Along with enjoying
a high degree of respect and trust from the public,
students who graduate with a B.N.Sc. degree from
Queen’s enjoy a high employment rate doing what
they have always done – caring for people and help72
ing people care for themselves.
The Queen’s Bachelor of Nursing Science degree is a
four-year degree program that prepares you to become a proficient practitioner in health care, and also
builds a foundation for graduate study. The program
provides a science foundation in year one, and then
students continue to acquire and apply the foundational knowledge to care for patients and their families in acute, chronic, and long term care in hospitals,
clinics and the community.
Students may choose to complete their elective
courses at Herstmonceux Castle during one spring
session while others complete them during the academic year.
STUDY
Your first-year courses include:
Anatomy and Physiology
Psychology
Nutrition and Health
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Professional Relationships
Promoting Decision-Making for Health
Statistics
Careers
Nursing roles for practice and leadership continue
to evolve and grow in our health care system.
Nurses are in demand now and more than ever
before – it’s estimated that Canada alone will face
a shortage of as many as 60,000 nurses by 2022.
Today, our nurses work all over the world in many
settings including hospitals, community, with Non
Governmental Organizations, and in research,
education and government.
Wherever you work, you’ll thrive knowing that your
Queen’s education has prepared you for an exciting
and challenging career.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES: advanced nursing practice;
community health; critical, acute and chronic care;
federal and provincial health organizations; health
education; health management; health policy; home care;
international aid; long term care; non government organizations; primary health care; public health; research; and
university education.
Nursing Student Society
nursingsociety.ca/queensu.ca
Beau Burroughs
@brburroughs11
My @queensu view book has been flipped
through so many times its falling apart
#futuregael #isitseptemberyet
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GRADUATE
STUDIES
AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS
School of Graduate Studies
Faculty of Law
queensu.ca/sgs
DEGREE OFFERED: JURIS DOCTOR (JD)
The School of Graduate Studies offers 100 graduate
programs within 50+ departments and centres of
research, from full-time to part-time, PhD to Masters,
professional, collaborative and interdisciplinary.
Whether you are interested in the areas of the
Humanities, Social Sciences, Health Sciences,
Engineering and Applied Sciences, Education, Law,
Business, Policy Studies and Urban and Regional
Planning, there are plenty of programs to choose from.
law.queensu.ca
Consecutive Education
DEGREE OFFERED: BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BEd)
educ.queensu.ca
The Queen’s Consecutive Education program is for
applicants who already have or will have a four-year
bachelor level degree from a recognized university.
Students take a combination of course work and
practicum experiences in each of the Fall and Winter
terms with a goal of developing both the theory and
practice of teaching, using in-school experiences as
the basis of discussions.
Further information about the Consecutive Education
program is available on the Faculty of Education
website.
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Embracing our proud tradition of community,
collegiality and service, the Faculty of Law develops
outstanding legal professionals with a global
perspective. Through dedicated, innovative teaching
and scholarship, Queen’s Faculty of Law advances the
understanding and development of the law.
The Faculty of Law offers the three-year Juris Doctor
(JD) professional law degree program, completion
of which is required to be eligible to register in the
licensing processes of any province of Canada, other
than Quebec, which is governed by civil law. The
Queen’s JD is an eligible basis upon which to apply
for admission to the bar in the states of New York
and Massachusetts in the USA.
Combined JD Degree Programs
Three year Master of Arts (Economics) – MA(Econ)-JD
Four year Master of Business Administration – JD-MBA*
Four year Master of Industrial Relations – MIR-JD**
Four year Master of Public Administration – MPA-JD**
Civil Law-Common Law joint degree program – JD
* 3.5-year early completion option available.
** 3-year early completion option available.
STUDY
School of Medicine
DEGREE OFFERED: DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (MD)
meds.queensu.ca/medicine
See more information about the Queen’s Accelerated
Route to Medical School program on page 47.
The School of Medicine offers a four-year program
that prepares graduates for postgraduate training
leading to licensure and certification. We’re particularly proud of the school’s opportunities for close,
personal interactions between students and faculty
members and the ability for students to obtain
particularly relevant, extensive, hands-on clinical
experience under supervision, especially in
ambulatory settings.
At Queen’s School of Medicine, students benefit
from the integration of clinical and basic sciences,
collaborating with other disciplines to further their
knowledge.
School of Religion
queensu.ca/religion
DEGREES OFFERED: DIVINITY (MDIV), THEOLOGY
(B.TH), THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (MTS)
• The Master of Divinity (MDiv) is a three-year
program designed to prepare students for leadership responsibilities within congregations and other
settings. The goals of the degree are the development of theological wisdom, pastoral skills and
spiritual growth through a deeper understanding
of one’s religious heritage, critical engagement with
the cultural context and reflective practice on the
experiences of Christian life and ministry.
• The Master of Theological Studies is a two-year
degree program in the academic study of theology,
intended to deepen an understanding of the Christian life and witness, and is often a first step towards
further graduate studies. The goals of the Master of
Theological Studies program are to develop a critical
understanding of scripture, tradition and theology
and acquire knowledge of selected theological disciplines, and skills in research and communication.
• Concentrations: Master of Divinity with a Concentration in Restorative Justice; Master of Divinity with a
Concentration in Rural Ministry; Master of Theological Studies with a Concentration in Restorative
Justice; Master of Theological Studies with a
Concentration in Spiritual and Religious Care in
a Pluralist Society; Bachelor of Theology with a
Concentration in Native Ministry
Established by Royal Charter in 1841, Queen’s School
of Religion is a Testamur-granting institution affiliated
with The United Church of Canada and a fully-accredited member of the Association of Theological
Schools in Canada and the United States.
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EARN WHILE
YOU LEARN
PUT THEORY INTO PRACTICE
Our optional internship program
is a 12 to 16 month program that
allows second or third year
Queen’s students to participate in
a professionally supervised,
career-related internship.
$43,000 CND
the average salary of a student
on internship
If an internship looks
interesting, apply!
There is a position available
for every applicant.
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Why Internship?
• Work terms of 12-16 months mean more significant and meaningful projects, allowing you to make a greater contribution to
the company compared to a co-op placement of a few weeks
• Placements are directly related to your academic programs
and career objectives
• Longer work terms result in developed technical, professional
and interpersonal skills
• Longer assessment facilitates the selection of the most
capable future employees
• Employers are currently very interested in obtaining graduates
with quality, work-related experience
careers.queensu.ca/students/services/
employmentprograms/quip.html
Queen’s Summer
Innovation Initiative
The Queen’s Summer Innovation Initiative (QSII) is a joint initiative between the Faculty of
Engineering and Applied Science and Queen’s School of Business. Unique in Canada,
QSII acts as a catalyst to advance innovation and entrepreneurship throughout Queen’s
and eastern Ontario. Students from across campus spend the summer learning about
entrepreneurship, corporate innovation and change management from faculty, alumni,
entrepreneurs and business experts. Working in teams, they develop their own companies
or contribute to corporate innovation in partnership with industry.
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Queen’s Summer Innovation Initiative
QSII is a 16-week paid summer internship program
with two goals:
1. To light the spark of innovation by enabling innovators and entrepreneurial risk takers
2. To anchor an ecosystem that expands the Kingston and eastern Ontario economy
through the attraction, education and retention of highly talented innovators.
The program includes a two-week intensive experiential learning segment taught by professors from
Queen’s School of Business, Queen’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, seasoned entrepreneurs
and business experts. Student then break into teams to develop their own businesses or contribute to corporate innovation with an industry partner. Throughout the summer, team members participate in focused
seminars, workshops and hands-on mentorship conducted by entrepreneurs, innovators, alumni and industry-specific mentors.
The program culminates in a day-long competition judged by entrepreneurs, business leaders and alumni.
Each student receives $7,000 and teams have a chance to win up to $25,000 to help grow their business.
For more information:
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queensinnovation.ca/Innovate/
Queens-Summer-Innovation-Initiative.html
FINANCE
FINANCING
YOUR
QUEEN’S
EDUCATION
At Queen’s, we recognize a university education
is a major financial undertaking. All Queen’s
students share the ability to excel academically,
but many may not be able to fully finance their
university education. Queen’s University is here
to help you achieve that goal, not just now,
but throughout your undergraduate studies.
The following pages will take you through the
3 steps of creating a financial plan for your
Queen’s education.
AN INVESTMENT
YOU CAN
AFFORD – WE’RE
HERE TO HELP
queensu.ca/studentawards
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1
1
DETERMINE YOUR BUDGET
2
RESEARCH THE OPTIONS
3
CREATE YOUR FINANCIAL PLAN
DETERMINE
YOUR BUDGET
When working on your budget for your first year of university you’ll want to consider not just
tuition, but also living expenses, books and supplies, and some spending money.
Educational Costs
Program
Tuition*
Tuition**
Canadian Citizens and International
Books and
Permanent Residents Students $CAD+ Student Fees*** Supplies
Arts / Science
$5,877
$24,696
$981
$1,100
Commerce
$14,848
$32,723
$1,154
$2,210
Computing
$5,877
$24,696
$996
$1,165
Concurrent Education
$5,877
$24,696
$1,006
$1,100
Engineering and Applied Science
$10,861
$29,657
$1,074
$1,700
Fine Art
$5,877
$24,696
$981
$2,215
Kinesiology / Phys & Health Ed
$5,877
$24,696
$1,008
$1,700
Music
$5,877
$24,696
$981
$2,715
Nursing Science
$5,877
$24,696
$1,031
$1,595
BISC First Year Program
in England
The 2013-2014 inclusive fee for this program is $35,498 (including residence,
full meal plan, tuition and field studies). Visit queensu.ca/bisc for details.
PLEASE NOTE
Depending on the program of study, students may be either required or encouraged to have access to
a personal computer. If purchasing a computer, students should additionally budget approximately
$750 – $1,000.
* First year tuition is based on 2013-2014 tuition schedules for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. 2014-2015 tuition expected to be
announced no later than May 2014.
** Tuition for international students is based on 2013-2014 tuition schedules. The 2014-2015 tuition and fees schedule is expected to be announced
no later than May 2014.
*** Student fees are based on 2013-2014 schedules. 2014-2015 fees expected to be announced no later than May 2014.
+
The mandatory UHIP (University Health Insurance Plan) is $684 CAD (based on 2013-2014 schedules, for one person).
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Listed below are guidelines of living costs you may have
as a first-year student from September through to April.
Room and Meal Plan1
Additional Meals
Telephone (Long Distance)
Personal Expenses
Clothing/Laundry
Recreation
Return Trips home
$11,4383 – 12,9773
$680 – $850
$200 – $440
$400 – $680
$480 – $560
$500 – $700
variable
Total Living2
$13,698 – $16,207
Room and Meal Plan based on residence cost for 2013-2014
1 Additional residence fees for 2013-2014
• Student Council fee – $100
• High-speed internet access (ResNet) – $160.00
2 Many students opt to live off campus after their first year.
Living costs will typically decrease by 20 – 25%, without meal plans and
residence life programming.
3 Visit the University Residences web page at residences.housing.queensu.ca
FINANCE
Living Expenses – First Year, Residence
“I come from a small town, so when deciding
which university I would attend, the choice for me
was to stay close to friends and family or to step
outside my comfort zone to attend Queen’s.
Receiving a Queen’s major admission award
tipped the balance in Queen’s favour. That choice
has turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve
ever made. My advice is to get involved in
something that moves you. This community
certainly has countless opportunities for you to do
so. If you’re doing something you enjoy, you will no
doubt do it with passion and enthusiasm, and
that is what really matters. Do what you love, do it
well, and enjoy every minute of your Queen’s
experience.”
Heather Nichol, B.Sc (Honours), Life Sciences,
Class of 2013, New Brunswick
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RESEARCH THE OPTIONS
Each Queen’s student is unique, and so are their financial backgrounds.
Explore all the financial options to create a financial plan that works for you.
Visit the Student Awards website at queensu.ca/studentawards for more details.
MAJOR ADMISSION AWARD – APPLICATION REQUIRED
We’re looking for students who demonstrate academic excellence and proven leadership qualities in addition to
original and creative thinking. If that someone is YOU, apply for our major admission awards. Each year Queen’s
offers more than 70 major admission awards ranging in value from $36,000 – $75,000 over four years.
Major Admission Award Application Deadline – December 1
Applications for admission to Queen’s through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) should be submitted
prior to the major admission award deadline. If you are unable to apply online to OUAC prior to December 1,
we will still require your Major Admission Award Application to be received by Queen’s no later than December 1.
Name of Award1
Available Value2,3
Additional Criteria
High School Grades
(Cdn. system)4
Bank of Montreal Award
2
$10,000 x 4 years
Financial need
90% +
Chancellor’s Scholarship
50
$9,000 x 4 years
School nominated
90% +
Chernoff Family Award
8
$12 – $15,000 x 4 years5
Financial need; rural/remote
90% +
Chernoff Family Award
1
$15,000 x 4 years
Financial Need; Quebec
90% +
Melvin R. Goodes Entrance Award
2
$12 – 15,000 x 4 years5
Financial need; graduates from
Westdale Secondary School,
Hamilton, Ontario
90% +
Dr. Iris May Marsh Memorial Award
4
$12,000 x 4 years
Financial need; Ontario
90% +
D & R Sobey Atlantic Scholarship
6
$18,750 x 4 years
Commerce; Atlantic Provinces
90% +
NOTES:
1 Students will not receive more than one merit-based award. Available to Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
2 The values and number of awards shown for major admission awards were in effect at the time of publication. Queen’s University reserves the right to revise or withdraw
any award without prior notice.
3 Generally, students must maintain a GPA of 3.5 in an 80% course load each year to renew. Some additional conditions for renewal may apply.
4 The grades listed for individual scholarships are based on the Canadian High School System and generally reflect the average of the previous year’s recipients and are not
a guaranteed level for receiving an award.
5 Value varies according to program of study.
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ADMISSION SCHOLARSHIPS – NO APPLICATION REQUIRED
Our admission scholarships recognize students from all curriculums who have excelled academically.
Scholarship offers will be included with offers of admission.
• All students (Canadian and international) who are offered admission and have an average of 90%
(or equivalent) or greater will receive an admission scholarship offer.
• Students of international citizenship may be eligible for one of our international scholarships in lieu
of an admission scholarship.
• Final grades will be reviewed for further scholarship eligibility in July/August.
• Academic requirements for students studying in other curriculums will vary.
• Queen’s offers a small number of admission scholarships requiring separate applications.
• Visit the Student Awards website queensu.ca/studentawards for additional information
on scholarships and eligibility.
Name of Scholarship1
High School Grades
(Cdn system)2
IB Diploma Programme2
Principal’s
95.0% +
Excellence
90.0 – 94.9%
36.5 - 38.5 core
$1,500 – $2,000
Senator Frank Carrel Merit
(Quebec only)
94% +
38 + core
$20,0004
($5,000 x 4 yrs)
Individual Review
$9,000
International Admission
Scholarship
39 + core
Value3
$8,0004
($4,000 x 2 yrs)
NOTES:
1 Students will not receive more than one merit-based award.
2 The grades listed for individual scholarships are based on the Canadian High School System and the IB Diploma Programme and generally reflect the
average of the previous year’s recipients and are not a guaranteed level for receiving an award.
3 The values shown for admission scholarships were in effect at the time of publication. Queen’s University reserves the right to revise or withdraw any
award without prior notice.
4 Generally, students must maintain a GPA of 3.5 in an 80% course load each year to renew. Some additional conditions for renewal may apply.
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QUEEN’S ADMISSION BURSARIES – APPLICATION REQUIRED
Queen’s admission bursaries are:
• an amount of money you receive to help finance your education that you do not have to pay back.
• based on financial need. We’ll look at factors such as your resources (ie. savings), expected family
contributions, and anticipated government student assistance and compare this to the cost of tuition,
books and living expenses.
In order to help you plan, we want you to know the value of your bursary at the same time you hear about
your offer of admission. The Admission Bursary online application for 2014 will be available in October 2013
on your SOLUS student center, under the heading Financial Aid.
Each year you study at Queen’s you may apply for a Queen’s General Bursary.
A Queen’s General Bursary is a non-repayable grant, based on financial need.
Admission bursary by program
Program
Bursary Value
Arts & Science, Nursing
Commerce
Engineering and Applied Science
BISC First-Year Program
up to $3,500
up to $6,500
up to $5,500
up to $7,500
GOVERNMENT STUDENT GRANTS AND LOANS FOR CANADIANS
• The federal and provincial/territorial government student financial assistance programs are needs-based
programs (including loans, and non-repayable grants) available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents,
and protected persons. Needs-based means that your financial aid is based on a formula that compares your
educational costs to expected contributions from your parents/spouse (if applicable) and your own income
and assets.
• Loans are interest free while you are in school as a full-time student.
• You apply for government assistance through the province/territory you reside in, NOT the province where
you plan to attend university.
• Applications for Government Student Assistance programs are available mid-May of the year you are entering
university.
• Additional information about government student assistance is available on the Government of Canada’s
online post-secondary resource at canlearn.ca
• Ontario residents may also wish to refer to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) website. OSAP is
the government-funded student financial assistance program in Ontario. If you’re not sure if you would qualify for OSAP, check out the OSAP tools at osap.gov.on.ca. You can obtain an estimate of how much OSAP
assistance may be available to you. Ontario residents not qualifying for OSAP may be eligible for the Ontario
Tuition Grant. Visit osap.gov.on.ca for details.
• Visit the Student Awards website queensu.ca/studentawards for links to the government student financial
assistance website for each province and territory in Canada.
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U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students are eligible for the admission scholarships (no application required).
Canadian citizens and permanent residents living outside of Canada are also eligible for the Major
Admission Awards Program, and the Queen’s Admission Bursary Program.
Once you are a registered student, you may apply for all Queen’s student financial assistance programs.
• General bursaries are non-repayable grants available to registered students, in all years of study,
who demonstrate financial need.
• Earn up to $3,000 per academic year in the Queen’s Work Study Program.
• You may hold student loans that have been secured through your home country.
• Queen’s participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program for U.S. students.
For more information please visit the Student Awards website: queensu.ca/studentawards
• American students who have access to Section 529 savings plans are also eligible to utilize these resources
while studying at Queen’s.
ATHLETIC FINANCIAL AWARDS
If you’re a student athlete interested in playing for an interuniversity athletic team you may be considered for
an Athletic Financial Award.
• Selection of candidates, who are entering student athletes, will be based on academic achievement and
athletic excellence.
• Recipients are selected by the Office of the University Registrar – Student Awards in consultation with
Queen’s Athletics and Recreation.
• The awards will be administered in accordance with all Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) and Ontario
University Athletics (OUA) regulations.
Please ensure you have identified your interest in playing for a Queen’s varsity team by contacting the team
coach. For further information about our interuniversity sport programs, visit gogaelsgo.com
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EARN WHILE YOU LEARN
Working part-time is an excellent opportunity to contribute to your financial plan, gain valuable work
experience, learn to manage your time, expand your social network, and get involved! International
students are encouraged to check with QUIC (Queen’s University International Center) to find out if you
are eligible to work on or off campus.
Queen’s Work Study Program
Students with demonstrated financial need will receive priority for
certain part-time jobs available on campus.
Earn up to a maximum of $2,000 over the fall/winter term;
international students may earn up to $3,000.

Summer Work Experience
Program positions
Summer Work Experience Program (SWEP)
available
Provides Queen’s undergraduate students with summer work experience.
See Career Services website at careers.queensu.ca for information and key dates.
On Campus
Work in a faculty, at the Alma Mater Society, be a campus tour guide, a lifeguard or officiate intramural
teams. There are lots of options! Check the Career Services website or the AMS for employment
opportunities at careers.queensu.ca or myams.org
Kingston Community
Downtown Kingston is only minutes from campus, and many students work in a variety of
retail stores, restaurants, coffee shops and pubs.
The AMS employs over
500 students
(20% reserved for incoming first-year
and international exchange students)
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3
CREATE YOUR
FINANCIAL PLAN
There are many options to help you create a plan to finance your education.
Here are two different financial plans, with a variety of funding sources you could
use to pay for your education. Your own plan may not be identical to these, but
they are good examples of how several funding options can fit together to help
you finance your education.
Queen’s Summer
Work Study Savings
Queen’s $2,000 $1,500
Scholarship
$2,000
Queen’s
Bursary
$2,539
TOTAL
RESOURCES
$22,800
TWO STUDENTS
TWO FINANCIAL PLANS
Government
Loan*
$7,300
At the heart of our need-based student assistance
program is the underlying objective that equality of
opportunity exists for all students regardless of
their financial background. There is an expectation
that students and their parents will
assume the primary
Summer
responsibility for education
Savings
Queen’s $1,500
costs.
Scholarship
$2,000
*The government loans
and grants depicted in
Parental
the above scenarios are
TOTAL
Contribution
based on assistance
RESOURCES
$10,430
Government
$22,800
available to a single
Loan*
$7,140
Ontario student
qualifying for OSAP.
Financial asistance from
Governother provinces/territories
ment
Grant**
will vary.
(OTG)
$1,730
**OSAP grants may be comprised of
both up-front Grants [i.e. Ontario Tuition Grant
(OTG) or an Ontario Access Grant (OAG)] and the
Ontario Student Opportunity Grant (OSOG).
Government Grant**
(OTG, OAG, OSOG)
$7,461
Jessica
Admitted to Bachelor
of Science (Honours)
Class of 2018
Family Income: $50,000
Family size: 4
First of 2 children attending university
Total cost of first year: $22,800
These scenarios illustrate how two students have
put together a financial package to finance the first
year of their Queen’s education.
James
Admitted to Bachelor
of Arts (Honours)
Class of 2018
Family Income: $120,000
Family size: 4
First of 2 children attending university
Total cost of first year: $22,800
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Summary of Financial Options
Open to
Canadian citizens
and permanent
residents
Open to U.S
and International
Students
Application
Required?
Major Admission Awards
apply by December 1
v
Yes
Admission Bursaries
apply by February 15 of entering year
v
Yes
Admission Scholarships
at time of offer of admission
v
v
No
Government Student Grants and Loans
Apply early June each year you are a registered student
v
Check for eligibility
through your
home country
Yes
Queen’s Work Study Program
Apply by September 15 each year you are a registered student
v
v
Yes
General Bursaries
Apply by October 31 each year you are a registered student
v
v
Yes
Upper Year Scholarships
v
v
Generally No
Student Line of Credit through financial institutions
v
Check for eligibility
through private
organizations or
financial institutions in
your home country
Yes
Need More Help?
If you’d like more help in creating your plan to finance your education, the Student Awards Office is
here to help! Contact us for an appointment and we’ll either meet with you in person or arrange for
a telephone meeting. Email: awards@queensu.ca Phone: 613.533.2216
for more info visit:
queensu.ca/studentawards
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Money Talk!
Money talk can take on a language of its own. This glossary will help you decipher some of the student financial
assistance terminology.
Award
• Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to assist you in financing your education that you do not have
to pay back.
• Is a general term used to describe a scholarship or bursary. In some cases, the term award is used when there is a
blend of academic, financial need and/or other criteria associated with the terms of the award.
• All Queen’s admission awards will be deposited in your student fee account by August 15.
Bursary
• Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to assist you in financing your education that you do not have
to pay back.
• Based on an assessment of your financial need (see page 84 for more information on Queen’s admission bursaries).
Admission Scholarship
• Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to recognize your academic achievement.
• Based on academic excellence (your high school grades). Sometimes also referred to as a merit-based award.
• In some cases, there may be other criteria such as involvement in school and community.
Renewable awards
• Is non-repayable.
• Renewable scholarships and awards are available to students as they enter the University. These awards are
available to the recipients in future years as long as the renewal criteria are satisfied during each year of study
at Queen’s.
Grant
• Governments, companies and organizations offer grants to students who meet certain conditions, such as financial
need, academic skill, or special ability.
• Not a loan! An amount of money you do not have to pay back.
Loan
• Money you receive that must be paid back, usually over a period of time.
• Loans under government student assistance programs are interest-free while you are a full-time student and are
based on financial need. You will begin to repay loans when you cease to be a full-time student.
Some provinces/territories within Canada may have programs which reduce the amount of repayable loans.
• A student line of credit is a loan from a financial institution (ie. commercial bank). You pay only the interest while
you are in school. You begin repayment of the principal after you have graduated. Unlike government student loans,
a student line of credit is not based on financial need. To qualify, you usually require a co-signer (eg. parent or
guardian). You can apply for a student line of credit at most major Canadian banks.
RESP
• A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a special savings plan that many families have used to save for their
child’s post-secondary education.
Work Study Program
• Provides students with demonstrated financial need, priority for certain part-time jobs on campus and for jobs with
not-for-profit organizations.
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apply to Queen’s
Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and Supplementary Essay†
You’re a leader in your school or community. You might be an athlete,
an actor, or hold a part-time job, and you’re definitely a strong student.
If you just read that and thought, “Hey! That’s me!” you might also be a Queen’s student. At Queen’s we want to know all the
things about you that make you unique. That’s why, as part of the application process, we want you to submit a Personal
Statement of Experience (PSE) and an additional Supplementary Essay† so that you can tell us what your marks don’t.
We’re looking for:
• Strong leadership skills
• Commitment
• Time management skills
• How your experiences will contribute
to the Queen’s community
Undergraduate admission at Queen’s is very competitive and
we use the PSE and Supplementary Essay† along with your
academic record, to make admission decisions‡. The PSE is a
mandatory document for every undergraduate program. That
means you HAVE to fill it out and submit it. The Supplementary
Essay† is required for some programs (see below for details)
and must be submitted at the same time you submit your PSE.
Both of these must be submitted online on your SOLUS Student
Center. We will send you the link after you apply.
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The PSE and Supplementary Essay† will be evaluated based on:
• Style – spelling, grammar and syntax count
• Content – your individual experiences and accomplishments
• Communication – how well you are able to link your
experiences with the attributes Queen’s seeks (you’ll find all
of that on the form online)
† SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will be required to
submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for each program, due at the
same time you submit your PSE:
• Concurrent Education
• Commerce
• Kinesiology/Physical Education
‡ Students whose academic grades place them above a minimum admission
average (as determined by Queen’s) may be selected for offers of admission
on the basis of their PSE and Supplementary Essay†. The minimum academic
average, and the number of students selected based on the PSE, varies based
on the number of applicants to the program and the number of spaces
available. The unique demand of the program and the admission
circumstances in a given year are also taken into consideration.
APPLY
Extenuating Circumstances
If there are any factors that clearly demonstrate significant
extenuating circumstances, beyond your control, which have
affected your academic performance during the past two
years, please submit a separate letter along with supporting
documentation to:
Undergraduate Admission
Gordon Hall
74 Union Street
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario
Canada
K7L 3N6
Your Queen’s Student I.D. must appear on all correspondence.
Any information you submit will be used in your admission file
only and will not be forwarded to any office within the University
or further reviewed if you are admitted and subsequently register.
If you become a registered Queen’s student and you wish to
receive health care, professional counselling or academic
accommodations for a disability, you should contact Health,
Counselling and Disability Services as appropriate.
NOTICE OF USE OF DATA The personal information on this form
is collected under the authority of the Royal Charter of 1841, as
amended. The information collected will be used to process your
application for admission to a program at Queen’s. This information may be shared with the faculty(ies), school(s) or department(s) for the purpose of admission only. If you do not become
a registered student, the information will be retained for one
year and then destroyed. If you become a registered student in a
Queen’s University program, this information will be destroyed
after a period of five years. If you have any questions or concerns
about the information collected or how it will be used please
contact the Office of the University Registrar – Undergraduate
Admission, Queen’s University, 74 Union Street, Kingston,
ON K7L 3N6, by telephone at 613.533.2218 or by email at
admission@queensu.ca.
queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/
requirements/documents/pse.html
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For all Queen’s applicants
How to Apply – Full-Time
†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
1. Research your options on the program pages of your
Viewbook pp. 38-73, or visit our website
queensu.ca/admission/programs.html
Concurrent Education
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
2. Determine your applicant type see pp. 92-95
Commerce
3. Review the Admission Requirements for your program
on pp. 99-104, or visit our website
queensu.ca/admission/apply.html
Kinesiology/Physical Education
4. Apply through OUAC (www.ouac.on.ca)
5. Watch your email for your Queen’s Applicant confirmation.
Five to ten business days after you receive this communication
you will receive an email from us with important next steps
and more information about Queen’s.
2. Submit all required documents*
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p.96 for more
information)
6. Check your SOLUS Student Center for a list of all required
documentation and the status of your application. The link
will be sent to you after you apply.
I am applying from a Canadian province
or territory outside of Ontario OR I have
already graduated from an Ontario High
School (Application deadline February 1)
After You Apply
APPLY THROUGH OUAC
STAY IN TOUCH
• Check SOLUS regularly
Applicants applying from a Canadian province or territory
outside of Ontario or whom have already graduated from and
Ontario High School will use the 105 application form
• Visit us – see all the ways to experience Queen’s on p. 105
• Students who are being schooled in Canada or are Canadian
Citizens or Permanent Residents but are not attending an
Ontario High School will apply on a 105D form
Watch for your Applicant Email. This email is very important
because it contains your next steps: the directions to link to your
SOLUS Student Center and how to obtain your Queen’s netid
and password.
I am currently enrolled in
an Ontario high school
(Application deadline February 1)
1. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
• Add Queen’s email to your Safe Senders list
• Check out our Student Awards information for details on
scholarships and bursaries pp. 80-89
• Read your newsletter. It has important information!
• Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter
APPLY THROUGH OUAC
If you are a current Ontario secondary school student, you will
use the 101 application form
Watch for your Applicant Email. This email is very important
because it contains your next steps: the directions to link to your
SOLUS Student Center and how to obtain your Queen’s netid
and password.
1. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE must be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. You will find the link to SOLUS in your
Applicant Email.
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• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE can be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. You will find the link to SOLUS in your
Applicant Email.
†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
Concurrent Education
Commerce
Kinesiology/Physical Education
2. Submit all required documents*
• February 15 – all required documents are due
(including the PSE and SE, if applicable)
• March 1 - Last date to submit the PSE and SE
(not recommended) *
* Queen’s recognizes, if you do not attend an Ontario school, you may
not be able to submit all documents by March 1.
I am applying from outside of Canada
(Application deadline February 1)
APPLY THROUGH OUAC
Applicants applying from outside of Canada will use the 105
application form
• Students who are being schooled outside of Canada and are
not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident will apply on a
105F form
Watch for your Applicant Email. This email is very important
because it contains your next steps: the directions to link to your
SOLUS Student Center and how to obtain your Queen’s netid
and password.
1. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE can be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. You will find the link to SOLUS in your
Applicant Email.
†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
Concurrent Education
Commerce
Kinesiology/Physical Education
2. Submit all required documents*
• February 15 – all required documents are due (including the
PSE and SE, if applicable)
• March 1 - Last date to submit the PSE and SE
(not recommended) *
• April 30 – all remaining documents (exclusive of the PSE
and SE) are due
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p. 93 for more
information).
* Queen’s recognizes, if you do not attend an Ontario school, you may
not be able to submit all documents by March 1.
APPLY
• April 30 – all remaining documents (exclusive of the PSE
and SE) are due
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p. 96 for more
information).
I am applying from another college
or university
DETERMINE YOUR APPLICANT TYPE:
YOU ARE A FIRST-YEAR STUDENT IF YOU:
• have completed less than 24 credit units (or equivalent) at
another accredited university, or college with a university
transfer program.
• 24 Queen's units are typically 4 full-year courses (one course
taken over two terms) or 8 one-term only courses. Students
who have attended university for a minimum of 2 terms taking academic courses - as opposed to applied or professional,
are generally considered Upper Year.
For more information about Upper Year studies, please visit
our website queensu.ca/admission/apply/upperyear.html
• Are an Ontario community college student who is in a one or
two year diploma program
• CEGEP student who is in a one-or two-year program
• Graduate from a one or two year Community College
program, or a one or two year CEGEP (DEC) program
• See below for execeptions
EXCEPTIONS:
• ENGINEERING: you have completed, at the university level,
at least 6 of the 11 courses common to Queen's first-year
Engineering (basically two semesters of each of Calculus,
Chemistry and Physics)
• MUSIC: you have completed a minimum of one year of a
Music degree program or a three-year Music diploma
program at an Ontario Community College
• NURSING: entry into the 4-year Nursing program is possible
only into first-year
If you have determined you are a first-year applicant, apply
through OUAC and follow the steps below.
If you have determined that you are an upper-year applicant,
or are unsure, please visit our website
queensu.ca/admission/apply/upperyear.html
and follow the steps on the website.
Please Note: Upper-year status is based on the number of credits
completed prior to registration at Queen’s. You are not allowed to decline
credits taken at another post-secondary institution. If you have attended
another post-secondary institution, you are obligated to disclose this on
your OUAC application.
STEPS TO APPLYING FOR FIRST-YEAR APPLICANTS
WITH POST-SECONDARY
Apply through OUAC, using the 105 application form
Watch for your Applicant Email. This email is very important
because it contains your next steps: the directions to link to your
SOLUS Student Center and how to obtain your Queen’s netid and
password.
1. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
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earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE can be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. You will find the link to SOLUS in your
Applicant Email.
†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
Concurrent Education
Commerce
Kinesiology/Physical Education
2. Submit all required documents*
• February 15 – all required documents are due (including the
PSE and SE, if applicable)
• March 1 - Last date to submit the PSE and SE
(not recommended) *
• April 30 – all remaining documents (exclusive of the PSE
and SE) are due
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p. 93 for more
information).
* Queen’s recognizes, if you do not attend an Ontario school, you may
not be able to submit all documents by March 1.
I would like to be considered under the
Aboriginal Admission Policy
1. Apply through OUAC using the form based on your applicant
type (Ontario, Non-Ontario)
2. Submit a separate letter to the Office of the University
Registrar – Undergraduate Admission stating that you wish to
be considered under this policy as well as proof of Aboriginal
ancestry.
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p. 96 for more
information).
* Queen’s recognizes, if you do not attend an Ontario school, you may
not be able to submit all documents by March 1.
†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
• Concurrent Education
• Commerce
• Kinesiology/Physical Education
I am a home schooled student**
1. Apply through OUAC using the form based on your applicant
type (Ontario, Non-Ontario)
2. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE can be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. The link will be sent to you after you
apply.
3. Submit all required documents*
• February 15 – all required documents are due (including the
PSE and SE, if applicable)
• March 1 - Last date to submit the PSE and SE
(not recommended) *
• April 30 – all remaining documents (exclusive of the PSE
and SE) are due
• If you do not meet our English language requirements, you
must submit a test of facility in English (see p. 93 for more
information).
3. Submit your Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and
Supplementary Essay †. As soon as you have your Queen's
student number you can, and should, submit your PSE. The
earlier we have your PSE, the earlier we can begin to process
your application.
* Queen’s recognizes, if you do not attend an Ontario school, you may
not be able to submit all documents by March 1.
** Applications from home-schooled students will be reviewed on a
case-by-case basis.
• February 15 is the due date for the Personal Statement of
Experience and Supplementary Essay† for all applicants.
• Your PSE can be completed and submitted through your
SOLUS Student Center. The link will be sent to you after you
apply.
4. Submit all required documents*
If you apply to one or more of the following programs, you will
be required to submit an additional Supplementary Essay, for
each program, due at the same time you submit your PSE:
• February 15 – all required documents are due (including the
PSE and SE, if applicable)
• March 1 - Last date to submit the PSE and SE
(not recommended) *
• April 30 – all remaining documents (exclusive of the PSE
and SE) are due
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†SUPPLEMENTARY ESSAY
• Concurrent Education
• Commerce
• Kinesiology/Physical Education
Things you need to know
when you apply
If you are interested in attending Queen’s on a part-time basis,
please see queensu.ca/admission/apply/
firstyear/parttime.html
REPEATED COURSE POLICY
I am interested in studying at Queen’s,
but I don’t have “traditional” entrance
requirements
If you are interested in attending Queen’s, please see
queensu.ca/cds/apply.html
APPLY
I am interested in applying to Queen’s
for Part-time studies
Ontario universities support the full disclosure of all marks
achieved in all attempts at a secondary school course. Queen’s
will use the highest grade achieved in a secondary school course
when calculating the admission average.
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION
An official document must:
• Bear the original institutional seal, stamp, or signature
• Be sent directly to Queen’s Undergraduate Admission by your
school in a sealed school envelope. The address is listed on the
back of this viewbook. Transcripts mailed directly from the
student will not be accepted
• Be in the original language
Please see queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/
requirements/documents/official.html for our full
Official Documentation policy.
HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANT TRANSCRIPTS
Depending on the province/country where you are currently
enrolled in school, your First Term or First Semester Results in
Current Year should be sent to us from:
Canadian Province/
Country
AB, BC, MB, NT, YK,
NU, SK, NB, NS, PEI, NL
Directly from your high school
ON
Automatically sent via OUAC
QC
Automatically sent via OUAC if
Québec CEGEP code is present
on application
USA
Directly from your high school
International
Directly from your high school
or exam board
Send transcript from
Please note that high school issued transcripts must include
a seal and official signature.
Please review your offer of admission for instructions on sending
Final Transcripts.
STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT CANADIAN CITIZENS
OR PERMANENT RESIDENTS
If you are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident you are
required to obtain a Study Permit to attend a post-secondary
institution in Canada. With an offer of admission, you will receive
a Letter of Acceptance, which is required to apply for a Study
Permit, which can be obtained through a Canadian Visa Office.
Please note that this process can take an extended period.
It is a good idea to begin the process as soon as possible.
For more information,
http://quic.queensu.ca/incoming/visasandpermits.asp
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TEST OF FACILITY IN ENGLISH
Applicants who have:
• Completed an IB diploma in English (completion of SL English B
is not sufficient)
or
• Completed the full GCE program (OLevel, A/S Level, and
Advanced Level)
or
• Lived in a country where English is the acknowledged primary
language for the most recent three years prior to beginning
their university studies
or
• Attended an education institution full-time where the medium
of instruction is English for the most recent three years prior to
beginning their university studies are not required to submit a
standardized English language test score (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS).
or
• Successfully completed one of the following English programs
at Queen’s School of English (QSoE):
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES PROGRAM3
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is a 12-week language program that prepares students for university studies in English. It is
offered three times a year, starting in September, January and
May. The EAP program offers intensive, integrated development
in all four language skills: reading, writing, listening and speak-
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ing. This program puts particular emphasis on the knowledge,
skills and strategies essential for academic success. Students in
this program may be eligible for an English Proficiency Exam
Waiver when applying to a degree program at Queen's. To qualify for the waiver, students must achieve a final grade of A- or
higher in the EAP’s ESLA 140 (Advanced) or a final grade of B or
higher in the EAP’s ESLA 150 (University Advanced) course to
apply for admission to undergraduate degree programs at
Queen’s. Please visit queensu.ca/qsoe for details.
QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY ENGLISH BRIDGING PROGRAM
(QBRIDGE)
QBridge is an intensive summer university preparation program
for international high school students who have received a
conditional offer of acceptance to an undergraduate program at
Queen's. To qualify for this program, the applicants must exceed
the minimum academic requirements for the program to which
they are applying, and have a minimum of TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS
6.5. The conditions of the offer are based on a satisfactory
completion of this advanced English language program.
QBridge provides select students with academic English
language training prior to beginning their degree studies at
Queen’s. From the end of June until August, students participate
in an intensive English language program at QSoE, completing
the program in time to enroll in full-time degree studies in
September. Please email international@queensu.ca for details.
Test
Minimum Score(s)
Contact Info
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Institution Code: 0949
iBT (Internet Based TOEFL)/88 overall: 24 Writing, 22 Speaking,
22 Reading, 20 Listening (Paper Based TOEFL (PBT)/580)
toefl.com
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Score of 7 on Academic Module
conestogac.on.ca/ielts
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
Overall band of 70 with no band below 60
cael.ca
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)
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Queen’s School of English
High standing on 12-week English for Academic Purposes
advanced level English courses
lsa.umich.edu/eli/testing/melab
queensu.ca/qsoe
1 An applicant’s eligibility for admission to any program at Queen’s is not affected by the order of choice of universities indicated on the application.
2 The University reserves the right to limit access to courses or programs, at its discretion, and to withdraw particular programs, options, or courses altogether. In such circumstances,
the University undertakes, to the best of its ability, to enable students registered in affected programs, to complete their degree requirements. The Senate and the Board of Trustees of Queen’s
University reserve the right to make changes in courses, programs and regulations described in this Viewbook, in either its printed or electronic forms, at any time without prior notice.
3 The University reserves the right to request a standardized English language test score. Applicants should be prepared to write a test of facility in English within the published document deadline
if a waiver is not granted. This test is a firm requirement and admission decisions cannot be made until an acceptable score has been reported. If you are in doubt about whether you meet our
language requirements, submit an acceptable English language test score as soon as possible to avoid potential delays in the processing of your admission application.
Students who are enrolled in the Winter session of the Queen’s 12-Week EAP Advanced or University Preparation level English course should be aware that they must submit all other required
application documents, and achieve a high standing in their English program, to be considered for the English proficiency exam waiver. Dates to submit required documents are listed on page 106.
Please see queensu.ca/qsoe for details.
OFFERS OF ADMISSION
Admission decisions will be made on an on-going basis once
applicants have supplied all supporting documentation, including
the PSE (and Supplementary Essay, if applicable), to Undergraduate Admission. Applicants are encouraged to provide required
documentation as noted in the To- Do List on SOLUS as early as
possible to allow for early processing. Selected students who have
submitted all required documents will be considered for offers of
admission starting in December. These offers are based on final
and interim Grade 12 marks as well as final Grade 11 results.
Please note that you should submit your PSE (and Supplementary
Essay, if applicable), by February 15, and no later than March 1.
We encourage you to submit other required documents listed in
the To-Do list by March 1, however, they will be due no later than
April 30th.
ADMISSION DEFERRALS
Applicants with extenuating circumstances who have accepted
their offer of admission by the deadline date may request a
deferral of admission to that program for a period of one year.
A written request, explaining the reason for the deferral request,
is required before September 1, 2014.
The decision of the Admission Committee to grant a deferral is
based on the reason provided and final grades. Students granted
a deferral are not permitted to attend another post-secondary
institution in the interim.
CHECKING THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants may check the status of their application on the
Queen’s Student On-Line University System (SOLUS). We will
send you the link after you apply.
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Competitive Averages for Admission Consideration
The table below corresponds to the minimum average (based on prerequisite courses) that was required for admission
consideration for September 2013. **Please Note** Applicants are admitted on the basis of grades as well as supplementary information. Applicants who have achieved these grade ranges may not have been admitted, as preference is given to
applicants with the strongest overall qualifications.
Programs
Number of
1st year
spaces (2013)
High School
Percentage
Grade
International
Baccalaureate
High School
GPA (4.3 Scale)
GCE
French
Baccalaureat
Canadian College
Diploma Program
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science (QF)
Computing (QD)
Fine Art (QT)
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
Physical and Health Education (QPH)
Kinesiology (QK)
1430
150
140
830
80
75
30
30
20
50
85
80+
84+
80+
85+
83+
80+
80+
80+
80+
83+
87+
30.5
33
30.5
33.5
32.5
30.5
30.5
30.5
30.5
32.5
35
2.7
3.1
2.7
3.2
3.0
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.7
3.0
3.4
1 A; 2 Bs
2 As; 1 B
1 A; 2 Bs
2 As; 1 B
1 A; 2 Bs
1 A; 2 Bs
1 A; 2 Bs
1 A; 2 Bs
1 A; 2 Bs
1 A; 2 Bs
2 As; 1 B
12.5
13.5
12.5
13.7
13.2
12.5
12.5
12.5
12.5
13.2
14.2
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.9
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
87+
35
3.4
2 As; 1 B
14.2
3.9
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Engineering (QE)
690
84+
33
3.1
2 As; 1 B
13.5
3.7
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
85+
33.5
3.2
2 As, 1 B
13.7
3.9
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The minimum admission average is 75% or equivalent however the actual requirement may be higher than the minimum levels stated.
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Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent.)
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO
1ST YEAR IN 2014 ONTARIO
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
* Acceptable academic courses for Math 12 are: Principles of
Mathematics 12, Pre-Calculus 12 and IB Mathematics 12A.
Acceptable courses for Calculus are: Calculus 12, AP Calculus AB
12, AP Calculus BC 12.
** For a description of disciplines visit queensu.ca/admission
BRITISH COLUMBIA/YUKON
ALBERTA/NWT/NUNAVUT
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma
(OSSD), and six 4U and M courses.
Students in francophone schools may
offer the equivalent of English 4U.
Four Academic Courses
Five Academic Courses numbered 30
including English at the Grade 12
or 31 including English 30-1.
level. Please note that the only
Provincial Exam required is for English
12.
PROGRAMS
4122
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
1430
150
140
English 4U, plus two additional 4U
courses
English 12 plus three additional
academic Grade 12 courses.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science (QF)
800
80
English 4U, Advanced Functions 4U,
Calculus and Vectors 4U, plus two of
Biology 4U, Chemistry 4U or Physics 4U
English 12, Mathematics 12*, plus two English 30-1, Mathematics 30-1 or
of Biology 12, Calculus 12*, Chemistry 12 Mathematics 31, plus two of Biology 30,
or Physics 12. Calculus 12 is recommended. Chemistry 30, Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 31 (whichever is not included
above), or Physics 30, and one additional
academic 30 or 31 level course.
Computing (QD)
75
English 4U, Advanced Functions 4U,
Calculus and Vectors 4U
English 12, Mathematics 12*, plus two English 30-1, Mathematics 30-1, plus
additional academic Grade 12 courses. three additional academic 30 or 31 level
Calculus 12* is recommended.
courses. Mathematics 31 is recommended.
Fine Art (QT)
30
English 4U, two additional
4U courses. Art is recommended
but not mandatory. Portfolio Examination.
English 12 plus three additional
academic Grade 12 courses. Portfolio
Examination.
English 30-1, plus four additional
academic 30 or 31 level courses.
Portfolio Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
30
20
English 4U, two additional 4U courses.
Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto) levels.
Personal audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
English 12 plus three additional
academic Grade 12 courses. Music
requirements for Ontario or Quebec.
Personal audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
English 30-1, plus four additional
academic 30 or 31 level courses. Music
requirements for Ontario or Quebec. Personal
audition, interview and aural discrimination
test.
Physical and Health Education
(QPH)
50
English 4U, Biology 4U, one additional
4U course. Exercise Science is strongly
recommended.
English 12, Biology 12 plus
two additional Grade 12 subjects.
English 30-1, Biology 30, plus three
additional academic 30 or 31 level
courses.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
English 4U, Advanced Functions 4U,
Biology 4U, plus two of Calculus and Vectors
4U, Chemistry 4U or Physics 4U. Exercise
Science is strongly recommended.
English 12, Biology 12, Mathematics
12*, plus one of Calculus 12*, Chemistry
12 or Physics 12.
English 30-1, Biology 30, Mathematics
30-1 or Mathematics 31, plus two of
Chemistry 30, Mathematics 30-1 or
Mathematics 31 (whichever is not included
above) or Physics 30.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
English 4U, Calculus and Vectors 4U, one
additional 4U course in Mathematics with
minimum English and Mathematics grades
of 80%. No more than 2 M courses from any
discipline. **
English 12, Calculus 12* or
Mathematics 12*: with minimum grades
of 80%. Two Grade 12 courses, each
chosen from a different category (Social
Sciences, Humanities, Languages or
Physical Sciences) and not including a
second English or Math.
English 30-1, Mathematics 30-1,
Mathematics 31 with minimum grades of
80%, plus two additional academic 30 or
31 level courses.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science***
Engineering (QE)
*** Engineering admission average
is calculated using only the
prerequisite subjects.
690
English 4U, Calculus and Vectors 4U,
Chemistry 4U, Physics 4U, plus one of
Advanced Functions 4U, Biology 4U, Data
Management 4U, Computer Science 4U, Earth
and Space Science 4U. Final grade in English 4U
must be a minimum of 70%.
English 12, Calculus 12* or
Mathematics 12*, Physics 12 and
Chemistry 12. Final grade
in English 12 must be 70%.
English 30-1, Chemistry 30, Physics 30,
Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 31. Final
grade in English 30 must be a minimum of
70%.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
English 4U, Biology 4U, Chemistry 4U and
any 4U Mathematics.
Final grade in English 4U must be
a minimum of 75%.
English 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12,
and Mathematics 12 (any Grade 12
except Apprenticeship/Workplace Math).
Final grade in English 12 must be 75%.
English 30-1, Biology 30, Chemistry 30,
Pure Math 30-1 or 30-2 or Math 31, plus
one additional academic 30 or 31 level
course.Final grade in English 30 must be 75%.
English 30-1 plus four additional
academic 30 or 31 level courses.
For a complete list of Canadian Provincial Academic Courses, please visit queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/requirements/nonontario.html
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Undergraduate Programs for 2014
Undergraduate Programs for 2014
Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent.)
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO
1ST YEAR IN 2014 SASKATCHEWAN
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
MANITOBA
Five Academic Courses
Five Academic Courses
including English 30A & 30B, at including an English Focus
the 30 level. Note: Both English course at the 40S level.
30A and 30B (or Francais 30)
are required for admission.
Queen’s uses the higher of the
two grades in calculating the
admission average.
PROGRAMS
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
4122
1430
150
140
QUEBEC CEGEP
Candidates who will have completed at least 12 academic subjects
(excluding physical education courses that begin with 109) in a pre-university program are eligible for admission to year one. Those who complete
their DEC in a two-year pre-university program are also eligible for firstyear admission and receive a maximum of 18 credit units. Students from
French CEGEPs may offer two courses in francais in lieu of English prerequisites for all programs except Nursing, which requires a minimum of one
semester of an English literature course (ones that begin with 603)*.
Graduates of a three-year professional/career CEGEP program who
achieve their DEC are upper-year transfer applicants who are eligible to
receive a maximum of 30 credit units. Some concentrations in the Faculty
of Arts and Science are closed to upper-year transfer students.
See the following for details:
queensu.ca/admission/apply/upperyear/transfer-ft/artsci.html
English 30A and 30B plus four English 40S, plus four
English – two courses
additional academic courses at additional academic 40S level
the 30 level.
courses.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science
(QF)
800
80
English 30A and 30B, PreCalculus 30, plus two of Biology
30, Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, or
Physics 30, and one additional
academic 30 level course.
Calculus 30 is recommended.
English 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S, English – two courses, Mathematics NYA, and one additional Math
plus two of Biology 40S,
from either Mathematics NYB or NYC, plus two courses from each of
Chemistry 40S, Applied
two disciplines; Biology NYA, II; Chemistry NYA, NYB; Physics NYA, NYB, NYC.
Mathematics 40S, or Physics 40S,
and one additional
academic 40S level course.
Computing (QD)
75
English 30A and 30B,
Pre-Calculus 30, plus three
additional academic 30 level
courses.
English 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S, English – two courses, two of Mathematics NYA, NYB or NYC.
plus three additional
academic 40S level courses.
Fine Art (QT)
30
English 30A and 30B, plus four
additional academic 30 level
courses. Portfolio Examination.
English 40S, plus four
English – two courses. Portfolio Examination
additional academic 40S level
courses.
Portfolio Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music
(QMM)
30
20
English 30A and 30B, plus four
additional academic 30 level
courses. Music requirements for
Ontario or Quebec. Personal
audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
English 40S, plus four
English – two courses. McGill Conservatory equivalents of Royal
additional academic 40S level Conservatory levels. Personal audition, interview and aural discrimination test.
courses. Music
requirements for Ontario or
Quebec. Personal audition,
interview and aural
discrimination test.
Physical and Health Education
(QPH)
50
English 30A and 30B, Biology
30, plus three additional
academic 30 level courses.
English 40S, Biology 40S, plus English – two courses, Biology NYA, II.
three additional 40S level
courses.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
English 30A and 30B, Biology
30, Pre-Calculus 30, plus two of
Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, or
Physics 30.
English 40S, Biology 40S, PreCalculus 40S , plus two of
Applied Mathematics 40S,
Chemistry 40S or Physics 40S.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
English 30A and 30B, Calculus
30, or Pre-Calculus 30 with
minimum grades of 80%, plus
three additional academic 30
level courses.
English 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S English – two courses; two of Mathematics NYA/103, NYB/203, NYC/105,
with minimum grades of 80%,
(Calculus I, Calculus II, Linear Algebra) with minimum marks of 80%.
plus three additional
academic 40S level m courses.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science***
Engineering (QE)
*** Engineering admission
average is calculated using
only the prerequisite subjects.
690
English 30A and 30B, Calculus
30 (if available), Chemistry 30,
Pre-Calculus 30, Physics 30.
Final grade in English 30A or 30B
must be 70%.
English 40S, Chemistry 40S,
English – two courses; Chemistry NYA, NYB; two of Mathematics NYA,
Pre-Calculus 40S, Physics 40S. NYB, NYC; two of Physics NYA, NYB, NYC. Final grade in English must be 70%.
Final grade in English 40S must
be 70%.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
English 30A and 30B, Biology
30, Chemistry 30, Pre-Calculus
30 or Foundations of Math 30
plus one additional academic
30 or 31 level course. Final grade
in English 30 must be 75%.
English 40S, Biology 40S,
Chemistry 40S, Pre-Calculus
40S or Applied Math 40S plus
one additional academic 30
or 31 level course. Final grade
in English 30 must be 75%.
100
English – two courses, Biology NYA, II, Mathematics NYA, plus two
courses from each of two disciplines; Chemistry NYA, NYB; Mathematics
NYB, NYC; Physics NYA, NYB, NYC.
English – two courses; Biology – two courses, Chemistry NYA, NYB;
Mathematics – two courses. Final grade in English must be 75%.
Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent.)
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO
1ST YEAR IN 2014 NEW BRUNSWICK
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAMS
*Acceptable academic courses for Math 12 are: Advanced Math
with Calculus 120 or both PreCalculus 12A and 12B.
NOVA SCOTIA
PEI
NEWFOUNDLAND
Five academic courses,
including English, at the 122
level. Prerequisite subjects at
the 122 level preferred.
Five academic courses,
including English at the Grade
12 level.
Five academic courses,
including English, at
the 611 or 621 level.
Six two-credit academic courses,
including English, at level 3.
APPLY
Undergraduate Programs for 2014
4122
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
1430
150
140
English 122 plus four
additional academic Grade 12
courses.
English 12 plus four additional English 621 plus four
additional academic
academic Grade 12 courses.
Grade 12 courses.
English – any level 3,
plus five additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science
(QF)
800
80
English 122, Mathematics 12*
plus two of Biology 122, Calculus
120, Chemistry 122, or Physics 122,
and one additional academic
Grade 12 course. Calculus 120 is
recommended.
English 12, Pre-Calculus
Mathematics 12, plus two of
Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or
Physics 12, and one additional
academic Grade 12 course.
English 621, Mathematics 611,
plus two of Biology 621, Chemistry
621, or Physics 621, and one
additional academic Grade 12
course. Calculus is recommended.
English – any level 3, Mathematics
3205 or 3207, plus two of Biology 3201,
Chemistry 3202, Mathematics 3205 or
3207 (whichever is not included above), or
Physics 3204, and two additional
academic Grade 12 courses.
Computing (QD)
75
English 122, Mathematics 12*
plus three additional academic
Grade 12 courses. Calculus 120 is
recommended.
English 12, Pre-Calculus
Mathematics 12 plus three
additional academic Grade 12
courses.
English 621, Mathematics 611,
Calculus (if available), plus
three additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
English – any level 3, Mathematics
3205, plus four additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
Fine Art (QT)
30
English 122 plus four
additional academic Grade 12
courses. Portfolio Examination.
English 12 plus four additional English 621 plus four additional English – any level 3, plus five
academic Grade 12 courses.
academic Grade 12 courses.
additional academic Grade 12
courses. Portfolio Examination.
Portfolio Examination.
Portfolio Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music
(QMM)
30
20
English 122 plus four
additional academic Grade 12
courses. Music requirements as for
Ontario or Quebec. Personal
audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
English 12 plus four additional
academic Grade 12 courses.
Music requirements as for Ontario
or Quebec. Personal audition,
interview and aural discrimination
test.
English 621 plus four
additional academic Grade 12
courses. Music requirements as for
Ontario or Quebec. Personal
audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
English – any level 3, plus five
additional academic Grade 12
courses. Music requirements as for
Ontario or Quebec. Personal audition,
interview and aural discrimination test.
Physical and Health Education
(QPH)
50
English 122, Biology 122 plus
three additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
English 12, Biology 12 plus
three additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
English 621, Biology 621 plus
three additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
English – any level 3, Biology 3201,
plus four additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
English 122, Biology 122,
Mathematics 12* plus two of
Calculus 120, Chemistry 122, or
Physics 122.
English 12, Biology 12, PreCalculus Mathematics 12,
Chemistry 12, and Physics 12.
English 621, Biology 621,
Mathematics 611, Chemistry
621 and Physics 621.
English – any level 3, Biology 3201,
Mathematics 3205 or 3207, plus
two of Chemistry 3202, Mathematics
3205 or 3207 (whichever is not included
above), or Physics 3204, plus one
additional academic Grade 12
course.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
English 122, Calculus 120 or
Mathematics 12* with minimum
grades of 80% plus three
additional academic Grade 12
courses.
English 12, Pre-Calculus
Mathematics 12 with minimum
grades of 80% plus three
additional academic Grade 12
courses.
English 621, Mathematics 611
with minimum grades of 80% plus
three additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
English – any level 3, Mathematics
3207 with minimum grades of 80%,
plus four additional academic
Grade 12 courses.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science***
Engineering (QE)
*** Engineering admission
average is calculated using
only the prerequisite subjects.
690
English 122, Calculus 120 or
Mathematics 12*, Chemistry
122, Physics 122. Final grade in
English 122 must be 70%.
English 12, Chemistry 12,
Pre-Calculus Mathematics 12,
Physics 12. Final grade in English
12 must be 70%.
English 621, Calculus (if
available), Chemistry 621,
Mathematics 611, Physics 621.
Final grade in English 621 must be
70%.
English – any level 3, Chemistry
3202, Mathematics 3207, Physics
3204. Final grade in English must be
70%.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
English 122, Biology 122,
Chemistry 122, any Grade 12
Mathematics, (except Financial
and Workplace Math) plus one
additional academic Grade 12
course. Final grade in English 122
must be 75%.
English 12, Biology 12,
Chemistry 12, any Grade 12
Mathematics, plus one
additional academic Grade 12
course. Final grade in English 12
must be 75%.
English 621, Biology 621,
Chemistry 621, any
Mathematics 600, plus one
additional academic Grade 12
course. Final grade in English 621
must be 75%.
English – any level 3, Biology 3201,
Chemistry 3202, any Mathematics
3200, plus two additional academic
Grade 12 courses. Final grade in
English must be 75%.
For a complete list of Canadian Provincial Academic Courses, please visit queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/requirements/nonontario.html
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Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent. Competitive admission averages are listed on page 98).
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO
1ST YEAR IN 2014 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE FRENCH BACCALAUREAT
CANADIAN COLLEGE DIPLOMA PROGRAM
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Full Diploma candidates who
achieve passes in six subjects
with three at the higher level
and who accumulate a minimum
grade total of 28 (exclusive of
diploma points) are eligible for
admission consideration to first
year.
Completion of the Baccalaureat
du Second Degre program.
Applicants who complete the full
diploma program are eligible to
receive a maximum of 18 credit
units for those courses completed
with a score of 12 or greater.
Candidates are considered on an individual basis. Applicants who
have completed: a one-year diploma program (or one year of a
two or three-year diploma program) are not eligible for admission consideration unless they have completed the final academic secondary school year of the jurisdiction in which they
attended secondary school. They may be considered on that
basis. A two-year diploma program (or two years of a three-year
diploma program) is eligible to be considered for admission to
the first year of a degree program. No transfer credits will be
granted. A three-year diploma program or a four-year degree
program is eligible to be considered for admission with credit for
one year (30 credit units) of a degree program in the Faculty of
Arts and Science. Credits may also be allowed on an individual
basis for other programs. Some concentrations in the Faculty of
Arts and Science are closed to upper-year transfer students. See
the following for details: queensu.ca/admission/apply/upperyear/transfer-ft/artsci.html
Please see pg.89 for competitive
IB scores.
*SL Mathmatical Studies and SL
Further Mathmatics are not
acceptable prerequisites.
PROGRAMS
4122
1430
150
140
English.
Anglais/Francais.
No prerequisite subjects. **Note First-Year Studies in England
(QIA) and Concurrent Education/Arts (QB) not open to 3 yr.
diploma nor 4 yr. degree graduates.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science (QF)
800
80
English, Mathematics* plus two
of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Baccalaureat S.
English 4U, Advanced Functions 4U, Calculus and Vectors 4U,
plus two of Biology 4U, Chemistry 4U or Physics 4U (or equivalent)
are recommended. Individual consideration will be given to applicants
on the basis of the diploma program. **Note Concurrent
Education/Science (QF) not open to 3 yr. diploma nor 4 yr.
degree graduates.
Computing (QD)
75
English and Mathematics.*
Baccalaureat S, L or ES with
Mathematics specialty.
Individual consideration will be given to applicants on the basis of the
diploma program. **Note Concurrent Education/Computing
(QG) not open to 3 yr. diploma nor 4 yr. degree graduates.
Fine Art (QT)
30
English. Portfolio Examination.
Anglais/Francais. Portfolio
Examination.
No prerequisite subjects. Portfolio Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
30
20
English. For Royal Conservatory of
Music levels, please contact the School
of Music. Personal audition, interview
and aural discrimination test.
Anglais/Francais. For Royal
Conservatory of Music levels, please
contact the School of Music. Personal
audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
No prerequisite subjects. For Royal Conservatory of Music levels, please
contact the School of Music. Personal audition, interview and aural
discrimination test. **Note Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
not open to 3 yr. diploma nor 4 yr. degree graduates.
Physical and Health Education (QPH)
50
Biology and English.
Baccalaureat S.
Biology 4U (or equivalent), or at least two diploma semester
credits in Biology. Exercise Science is strongly recommended.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
Biology, English and
Mathematics*, plus one of
Chemistry or Physics.
Baccalaureat S.
Biology 4U, or at least two diploma semester credits in
Biology. Advanced Functions 4U, plus two of Calculus and
Vectors 4U, Chemistry 4U or Physics 4U. Exercise Science is strongly
recommended.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
HL or SL Mathematics* and
English. Minimum English and
Mathematics anticipated final score
of 5. (Predicted/final)
Baccalaureat S or L or ES with
Mathematics Specialty: Minimum
language (Anglais/Francais) and
Mathematics grades of 12.
Calculus and Vectors 4U plus one additional 4U Mathematics
or Calculus and Vectors 4U plus at least two diploma semester
credits in Mathematics with minimum grades of 80%.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science
Engineering (QE)
690
HL or SL Mathematics*,
Chemistry, Physics and English.
Minimum English final score of 4.
Baccalaureat S. Minimum language
(Anglais/Francais) grades of 11.
Calculus and Vectors 4U, Chemistry 4U, Physics 4U, plus one
of Advanced Functions 4U, Biology 4U, Data Management 4U,
Computer Science 4U or Earth and Space Science 4U (or equivalent).
Graduates of Technology programs are considered for first year.
Exemptions for upper-year courses may be granted after the
completion of the common first year and an engineering discipline has
been chosen.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
Biology, Chemistry, English and
Mathematics. Minimum English
final score of 4.
Baccalaureat S. Anglais minimum
grade of 11.
English 4U, Biology 4U, Chemistry 4U, and any 4U
Mathematics (or equivalent). RN applicants should apply to the RN
track program directly (QNR). Minimum English final grade of 75%.
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
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APPLY
Undergraduate Programs for 2014
Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent. Competitive admission averages are listed on page 98).
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO AMERICAN SCHOOL SYSTEM/
1ST YEAR IN 2014 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION
(GCE BRITISH-PATTERNED CURRICULA)
INDIA
Grade 12 graduation with a minimum GPA
of B- on four academic courses from an accredited high school. Prerequisite courses
should be completed at the Junior or
Senior level. SAT1 results may be required,
regardless of citizenship (minimum score
of 1200 with no less than 580 Critical
Reading and 520 Mathematics. A minimum ACT score of 26 is also acceptable. A
school profile is required. AP courses are
considered excellent preparation for university courses
and may be eligible for degree credit.
(College Board code 0949; ACT
Institutional Code 5236).
Candidates who complete seven
subjects with at least three at the
Advanced Level or equivalent (excluding the General Paper) will be eligible
for admission consideration.
Competitive grades at the Advanced
Level must be "B" or higher. Grades at
the Ordinary level must be "C" or
higher. Two Advanced Subsidiary (A/S)
levels are considered equivalent to one
Advanced Level subject, however,
prerequisite courses must be at the
Advanced Level.
All India Senior School Certificate
(awarded by CBSE) or the Indian School
Certificate (awarded by CISCE). Grades required for admission will vary by program
but, based on the India grading scale, the
minimum academic standing needed to
fall within the competitive range is 75%.
Year 12 State Board Exams with excellent
results will also be considered individually. Interim grades (eg. pre-board exam
results) will be used for applicants currently attending secondary school. Final
Class XII grades will be used for secondary
school graduates.
PROGRAMS
4122
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
1430
150
140
Grade 12 English (two terms).
English at the Ordinary Level.
English at the Standard XII Level.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science (QF)
800
80
Gr.12 English (two terms). Four full-year
courses in each of Mathematics and Science.
One (preferably two) full-year courses in two
of Biology, Chemistry or Physics; should be
completed in the Junior or Senior year.
Mathematics and two of Biology,
Chemistry or Physics at the Advanced
Level. English plus two of Biology,
Chemistry or Physics at the Ordinary Level.
English, Mathematics and two
of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
at the Standard XII Level.
Computing (QD)
75
Grade 12 English (two terms), four full-year Mathematics at the Advanced Level.
courses in Mathematics. Calculus is
English at the Advanced
recommended.
or Ordinary Level.
English and Mathematics at the Standard
XII Level.
Fine Art (QT)
30
Grade 12 English (two terms).
Portfolio Examination.
English at the Ordinary Level. Portfolio
Examination.
English at the Standard XII Level. Portfolio
Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
30
20
Grade 12 English (two terms).
Personal audition, interview and
aural discrimination test.
English at the Ordinary Level. Personal
audition, interview and
aural discrimination test.
English at the Standard XII Level. Personal
audition, interview and aural discrimination test.
Physical and Health Education (QPH)
50
Gr. 12 English (two terms). One (preferably Biology at the Advanced Level. English at
two), full year courses in Biology. Biology
the Ordinary Level.
should be completed in Junior or Senior year.
English and Biology at the Standard XII
Level.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
Grade 12 English (two terms), four full-year Biology, Mathematics and one of
courses in each of Mathematics and
Chemistry or Physics at the Advanced
Science. Biology and one of Chemistry or
Level. English at the Ordinary Level.
Physics must be completed in the Junior or
Senior Year.
Biology, English and Mathematics, plus one
of Chemistry or Physics at the Standard XII
Level.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
Grade 12 English (two terms), four full-year
courses in Mathematics.
AP Calculus is recommended. Minimum English
and Mathematics grades of 80% or equivalent.
Mathematics at the Advanced Level.
English at the Ordinary Level. Minimum
Mathematics predicted/final grade of A and
minimum English predicted/final grade of A.
English and Mathematics at the
Standard XII Level with minimum grades of
80%.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science
Engineering (QE)
690
Gr.12 English (two terms). Four full-year
courses in Mathematics. One (preferably
two) full-year courses in each of Chemistry
and Physics. Chemistry and Physics should be
completed in Junior or Senior year. Minimum
English final grade of 70% or equivalent.
Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics at
the Advanced Level. English, Chemistry,
and Physics at the Ordinary Level.
Minimum final English grade of C.
English, Chemistry, Mathematics and
Physics at the Standard XII Level. Minimum
English final grade of 70%.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
Grade 12 English (two terms), four full-year
courses in Mathematics, one, (preferably
two), full-year courses in Biology and
Chemistry. Biology and Chemistry should
be completed in Junior or Senior year.
Minimum English final grade of 75% or equivalent.
Gr. 12 English (two terms). Four full-year
courses in Mathematics. One (preferably
two), full-year courses in Biology, and
Chemistry. Biology and Chemistry should
be completed. Minimum English final grade
of 75% or equivalent.
English, Biology, Chemistry,
and Mathematics at the Standard XII Level.
Minimum English final grade of 75%.
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Admission Requirements and Prerequisites (Secondary School Diploma or stated equivalent. Competitive admission averages are listed on page 98).
# OF SPACES
ALLOCATED TO
1ST YEAR IN 2014 CHINA
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAMS
Faculty of Arts and Science
Arts (QA)
Concurrent Education/Arts (QB)
First-Year Studies in England (QIA)
4122
1430
150
140
CARIBBEAN ADVANCED PROFICIENCY
EXAMINATIONS (CAPE)
Upper Middle School Graduation
Certificate. Students currently in
secondary school will be required
to submit the Senior Middle School
Graduation Examination results
(Hui Kao). For students who have
graduated from secondary school,
a Chinese National University
Entrance Examination is required.
(Gao Kao) Grades required for admission will vary by program but based
on the Chinese grading scale, the
mimum average needed to fall
within the competitive range is
approximately 80%.
Candidates who complete the diploma
with at least six unit courses are eligible
for consideration. Prerequisite courses
must be offered at the 2-unit level, excluding Communications Studies. The competitive average foradmission consideration is
II or B.
No prerequisite subjects.
Communication Studies.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SYSTEMS
Normally, candidates who have achieved
admission level for universities in their own
countries are eligible for admission consideration. Since specific requirements cannot be
established on a general basis, applicants will
receive individual consideration. Specific
country requirements amy be found on our
web site at queensu.ca/admission/apply/
requirements/nonontario.html
† Please note that English is a required
prerequisite for all programs only if it is
an official language of the country.
Science (QS)
Concurrent Education/Science (QF)
800
80
Mathematics and two of Biology,
Chemistry or Physics at the Senior III
Level.
Communication Studies, Mathematics,
plus two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
Mathematics, English† and two of Biology,
Chemistry, or Physics in final secondary school year.
Computing (QD)
75
Senior III Level Mathematics.
Communication Studies and Mathematics.
Mathematics in final secondary school year.
Fine Art (QT)
30
No prerequisite subjects. Portfolio
Examination.
Communication Studies. Portfolio
Examination.
English† Portfolio Examination.
Music (QM)
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
30
20
No prerequisite subjects. Personal
audition, interview and aural
discrimination test.
Communication Studies. Personal audition,
interview and aural discrimination test.
Personal audition, interview,
and aural discrimination test.
Physical and Health Education (QPH)
50
Senior III Level Biology.
Communication Studies and Biology.
English†, Biology in final secondary school year.
Kinesiology (QK)
85
Biology and Mathematics, plus one of Communication Studies, Biology and
Chemistry or Physics at the Senior III
Mathematics, plus one of Chemistry or
Level.
Physics.
Biology, English† and Mathematics,
plus one of Chemistry or Physics in the final
secondary year.
School of Business
Commerce (QC)
450
Senior III Level Mathematics.
Minimum Mathematics grade
of 80%.
Communciation Studies and Mathematics
with minimum grades of I or A.
English† and Mathematics in final secondary
school year, with minimum grades of 80% or
equivalent.
Faculty of Engineering and
Applied Science
Engineering (QE)
690
Senior III Level Mathematics,
Chemistry and Physics.
Communication Studies, Math, Chemistry, English†, Chemistry, Mathematics
Physics. Minimum Communication Studies final and Physics in the final secondary school year.
grade of II or B.
Minimum final English* grade of 70% or
equivalent.
School of Nursing
Nursing Science (QN)
92
Senior III Level English Literature,
Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Minimum English final grade of 75%.
Communication Studies, Biology, Chemistry English Literature, Biology, Chemistry and
and Mathematics. Minimum Communication Mathematics in the final secondary school year.
Studies final grade of II or B.
English is required for all educational systems.
Minimum final English Literature* grade of 75%
or equivalent.
For a complete list of International program requirements by country, please visit queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/requirements.html
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for yourself
You have looked at the programs Queen’s offers, you’ve reviewed the scholarship options, and the program
requirements and you feel like Queen’s might be the right place for you. We’ve told you all the best things
about Queen’s, but don’t just take our word for it. The best way to get to know Queen’s is by coming to visit.
We love sharing our campus and community.
Campus Tours
EXPERIENCE QUEEN’S WITH A CURRENT STUDENT.
• Learn why Queen’s students have a passion for learning
• Gain valuable knowledge of the academic resources available to you as a Queen’s student
• See the on-campus opportunities available to students every day in the Queen’s Centre
• Check out a residence room
• Get the insider’s view of the campus
• Picture yourself at Queen’s
Tours are available year-round on weekdays and on select Saturdays.
To register for a tour: queensu.ca/admission/contacts/campustours.html
Fall Preview
Get a taste of Queen’s campus as the fall term gets into full swing.
Visit us for Fall Preview: October 26, 2013 or November 9, 2013
Tour the campus with a current student, talk to students and professors about the programs that interest you
most, check out the library and our Athletics and Recreation Centre, see our residences, and try the food.
Decide if Queen’s might be the right place for you!
To register for Fall Preview: queensu.ca/admission/contacts.html
March Break Open House
See Queen’s in full action at March Break Open House. The campus is busy with students going to class, visiting
the library and working on special projects. Now is the time to get to know Queen’s. Experience Queen’s
through keynote speakers, tour the campus with current students, visit residence and meet faculty from your
program. See what you might be doing at Queen’s!
To register for March Break Open House: queensu.ca/admission/contacts.html

KEY DATES
-
As soon as we have your complete application (ie. you
have completed all the items on your To-Do List), we will
begin to assess your file for an admission decision. We
will begin to make offers of admission December 1 and
will continue to make admission decisions until May 16.
October
2
December
1
December
1
February
1
Application opens at OUAC. To apply, follow the steps on page 92.
Queen’s begins to make offers of admission. We will continue to assess
applications for admission decisions until May 16, 2014.
Last day to submit Major Admission Awards applications. Please
ensure you complete your application to Queen’s as early as possible.
Applications, changes or additions to applications are due at OUAC for
all first-year programs, for all applicants.
February
15
February
15
Recommended date to submit current high school transcript.
(Does not apply to current Ontario high school students).
Due date for the Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) and Supplementary Essay (if applicable)^. Students that submit the PSE between
February 15 and March 1 will be considered for subsequent offers of
admission.
February
15
Last day to submit Admission Bursary applications for all programs.
March
Last day we will accept Personal Statement of Experience (PSE)
and Supplementary Essay (if applicable)^ (not recommended).
Students that submit the PSE between February 15 and March 1
will be considered for subsequent offers of admission.
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