University of
Ontario Institute of
Technology (UOIT)
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Indicates that optional internship or co‑op
opportunities are available on a competitive
basis to upper‑year students. Applicants do not
need to specify the option on their application.
Indicates that clinical placements (Health
Sciences) or practicum components (Education;
Social Science and Humanities) constitute part
of the program.
Indicates that specializations or concentrations
are available within the program. The term
comprehensive refers to a broad‑based program
without specialization. The specializations
are listed for information only. Applicants
are not required to list the specialization on
the application. If a specialization is desired,
students will have an opportunity to select it
after year one. In cases where no specialization
is indicated, only a comprehensive program is
available.
Program is available only through co‑operative
education.
Faculty of Business and Information Technology
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
DBCCommerce nt Accounting; Finance;
Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources
Management; Marketing
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
DGD Game Development & Entrepreneurship1 n
DIT Networking & Information Technology
Security2 n
Faculty of Education/Faculty of Science
Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science (Honours)
DSJ Concurrent Education/Science (Intermediate/
Senior) ut Biology; Chemistry; General
Science; Mathematics; Physics
Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and
Bachelor of Engineering & Management (Honours)
DEB Energy Systems Engineering n
DEN Nuclear Engineering/Nuclear Engineering &
Management n
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
DSR Health Physics & Radiation Science n
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of
Engineering & Management (Honours)
DEA Automotive Engineering/Automotive
Engineering & Management n
DEE Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering &
Management n
DEM Manufacturing Engineering/Manufacturing
Engineering & Management n
DEC Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering
& Management nt Comprehensive; Energy
Engineering; Mechatronics Engineering
DEW Software Engineering/Software Engineering &
Management n
Faculty of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)
DHS Health Science
DHL Medical Laboratory Science u
DKNKinesiology t Exercise Science; Health &
Wellness
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours)
DHN Collaborative Nursing u
Collaborative program with Durham College
Faculty of Science
Note: See the Faculty of Education/Faculty of Science
section for the Concurrent Education/Science (Honours)
program.
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
DSI Applied & Industrial Mathematics n
DSYChemistry nt Comprehensive; Biological
Chemistry
DSD Computing Science nt Comprehensive; Digital
Forensics
DSO Digital Media3 n
DSE Energy & the Environment4
DSN Forensic Science n
DSW Pharmaceutical Chemistry5
DSKPhysics nt Comprehensive; Forensic Physics;
Medical Physics
Bachelor of Science (Honours) and
Bachelor of Science & Management (Honours)
DSB Biological Science/Biological Science &
Management nt Complementary Studies;
Environmental Toxicology; Pharmaceutical
Biotechnology
DSU Life Sciences/Life Sciences & Management6 n
DSP Physical Science/Physical Science &
Management n
Faculty of Social Science and Humanities
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
DDCCommunication t Comprehensive; Commerce
& Marketing; Digital Media; Health Science;
Science & Technology
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DAJ
Criminology & Justice ut Comprehensive;
Criminal Justice; Gender, Sexualities & Justice;
Race, Ethnicity & Justice; Youth, Crime & Justice
DAL Legal Studies ut Comprehensive; Alternative
Dispute Resolution; Human Rights Law;
Information Law
DPS Forensic Psychology
DAO Community Development and Policy Studies
DAP Public Policy t Comprehensive; Equity Policy;
Technology in Society
Notes:
1
Game Development & Entrepreneurship
is a specialization within the Information
Technology program. Students interested
in this specialization apply directly to the
specialization using OUAC code DGD.
2
Networking & Information Technology
Security is a specialization within the
Information Technology Program. Students
interested in this specialization apply directly
to the specialization using OUAC code DIT.
3
Digital Media is a specialization within
the Computing Science program. Students
interested in this specialization apply directly
to the specialization using OUAC code DSO.
4
Energy & the Environment is a specialization
within the Physics program. Students
interested in this specialization apply directly
to the specialization using the OUAC code
DSE.
5
Pharmaceutical Chemistry is a specialization
within the Chemistry program. Students
interested in this specialization apply directly
to the specialization using the OUAC code
DSW.
6
Life Sciences is a specialization within the
Biological
Science/Biological
Science
&
Management programs. Students interested
in this specialization apply directly to the
specialization using OUAC code DSU.
History
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology’s
(UOIT) innovative and unique undergraduate and
graduate programs are designed to meet students’
interests and career aspirations, along with the
market‑driven requirements of employers. Upon
graduation, students will have the critical thinking,
innovative research and technological skills demanded
by the world’s leading employers.
Professors and students undertake research in a wide
range of areas that include automotive design and
engineering, business and information technology,
computational science, alternative and sustainable
energy, nuclear engineering, law enforcement,
manufacturing, and community/public health, to name
a few. UOIT’s unique and technology‑rich teaching and
learning environment challenges students to push the
boundaries of innovation and discovery, and prepares
graduates to excel in the global, knowledge‑driven
economy of the 21st century. At UOIT, the possibilities
are endless.
Special Characteristics
• The mobile learning environment and the
integration of technology into each program assists
in producing graduates who are intellectually
well‑equipped to become valued members of
Canada’s information‑age workforce.
• Designed by award‑winning architects, the
beautiful, student‑centered campus locations
include brand‑new facilities and academic
buildings; a scenic residence village; and welcoming
outdoor spaces.
• The percentage of professors with PhDs is among
the highest in Canada.
• UOIT guarantees a residence space to all qualified
first‑year students who accept UOIT’s offer of
admission and apply to residence before the
June 3, 2013, deadline.
Application Deadline
Applicants from Ontario secondary
expected to apply by January 16, 2013.
schools
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Admission Requirements
Basic admission requirements include the successful
completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma
(OSSD) and at least six 4U/M credits including program
prerequisites.
Specific
admission
requirements
and program prerequisites are available at:
www.uoit.ca/admissions/.
UOIT will use the highest grade obtained in a course in
the calculation of averages.
Students whose grades have been affected by
exceptional circumstances, which can be documented,
are encouraged to contact the Registrar’s office with
the appropriate information.
English Language Requirements
All applicants are required to provide evidence of
their oral and written proficiency in English. This
requirement can be satisfied with one of the following
criteria:
1. Your first language is English.
or
2. You have studied full‑time for at least three years
(or equivalent in part‑time studies) or at least six
semesters (studying no less than three courses per
semester) in a secondary school or university where
the language of instruction and examination
was English. If this applies to you, please provide
verification from your school that the language of
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instruction and examination was English. Please
note: The minimum three‑year requirement does
not include full-time enrollment in an ESL program.
or
3. You have achieved the required proficiency on one
of the tests in English language acceptable to UOIT.
Visit www.uoit.ca/english/ for a list of acceptable
proficiency tests and scores.
Access
UOIT works to ensure equal access to all academically
qualified students and encourages applications from
members of visible minorities and/or individuals with
disabilities.
Support systems are available for students with
physical, mobility or other special needs. These
supports may include adaptive testing arrangements,
FM hearing systems, visual aids, access to computers
and special software, counselling and more. Students
are encouraged to contact the Centre for Students
with Disabilities by phone at 905‑721‑3123, TTY at
905‑721‑3187 or email at disabilities@uoit.ca to discuss
their particular requirements.
Financial Assistance
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
provides financial assistance to supplement students’
own financial contributions to their education.
Students may apply online at: http://osap.gov.on.ca.
By completing an OSAP application, students are
automatically assessed for loan assistance from both
the federal and provincial governments.
Canadian students applying from provinces outside of
Ontario should contact the financial assistance agencies
in their home province.
There is also a substantial bursary program to aid
students facing financial hardships. From emergency
funds to long‑term assistance, the university works
with students to find solutions through bursaries and/
or on‑campus employment opportunities suited to
their individual circumstances.
For further information about financial assistance,
please visit our website at www.uoit.ca/safa/ or call
905‑721‑3143.
Scholarships & Awards
UOIT acknowledges the accomplishments of many
students admitted to the university through the
presentation of awards of recognition for outstanding
academic achievement. These awards are given to
students entering directly from an Ontario secondary
school. These scholarships are renewable based on
academic performance. An application is not required.
UOIT also offers scholarships that require students to
complete an application. The Founder’s Scholarships,
President’s Scholarships and Chancellor’s Scholarship
are awarded based on academic achievement and
demonstrated leadership. These scholarships are
renewable and are valued from $20,000 to $28,000.
Applications for these scholarships are available at
www.uoit.ca/scholarships/ and must be submitted by
February 22, 2013.
Detailed information regarding UOIT scholarships and
awards is available at: www.uoit.ca/scholarships/.
Please note:
• Values are subject to change.
• Awards of recognition and scholarships are only
available to students applying to UOIT from
secondary school within 18 months of graduation.
• Summer school courses taken immediately prior
to the start of the September term and upgrading
marks are not included in grade calculation for
awards.
• The value of an award or scholarship will be
deposited into the recipient’s tuition account over
the course of the program, subject to successful
renewal evaluation.
• Students must not have previously attended a
postsecondary institution.
• Minimum 3.7 GPA is required for renewal.
• Students may not hold more than one UOIT
entrance scholarship or award simultaneously.
Deferral Policy
Applicants who are offered admission may apply
to defer their application for one year. When an
application is deferred, it is reassessed for admissibility
on a competitive basis in the relevant admission
period. Deferral requests must be submitted in writing
to the Registrar’s office and must be received by
September 15, 2013.
Residence Accommodation
UOIT guarantees first‑year students a place in residence
provided that they accept UOIT’s offer of admission and
apply to residence prior to the June 3, 2013, deadline.
Residence offers three styles of suites for
accommodation. Every suite has cable television, internet
access, a work area and telephone. Modern on‑site
laundry facilities and light housekeeping services are
also available. Students interested in living in residence
are encouraged to visit www.uoit.ca/accommodations/
for more information.
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Further Information
Office of the Registrar
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa ON L1H 7K4
Telephone:905‑721‑3190
Fax:905‑721‑3178
Email:admissions@uoit.ca
Website:www.uoit.ca
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