Science (BSc) at Wilfrid Laurier University

Programme overview

The Honours Science (BSc) program at Wilfrid Laurier University provides a broad foundation in the natural sciences, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on lab and co-op experience. Choose from courses in biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, mathematics, geography and psychology before committing to a major, or complete the degree with a comprehensive science education. Graduate prepared for professional and postgraduate programs including medicine, dentistry, veterinary and pha

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Duration: four years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (fall term), January (winter term) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Career pathways

bioinformatics specialist; epidemiologist; environmental consultant; forensics laboratory manager; health policy analyst; physician; policy analyst; research coordinator; teacher; technical/science writer

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Entry requirements

Average admission range: mid 70s English at 60% Advanced Functions at 60% Two of Biology, Calculus & Vectors, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth & Space Science, or Physics at 60% All required courses calculated in admission average, including English Medical Foundation Partnership Minor: Average admission range: high 70s English at 60% Biology at 70% Advanced Functions at 60% Chemistry at 70% All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,180 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: CAD 36,624 a year (2026/27) Source

Fall (September) is the primary entry term; winter (January) entry is open for selected programmes (over 60 programmes for international applicants) and spring (May) entry is available.

Winter 2027 admission applications are open for international applicants through Laurier's Winter Term Application.

Fall 2027 admission: Jan. 15, 2027 for Ontario high school students, Apr. 1, 2027 for all other applicants. Winter 2027 admission: Nov. 22, 2026. Spring 2027 admission: Mar. 15, 2027. Applications are submitted through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC); international applicants can apply for winter with Laurier's Winter Term Application; part-time-only applicants can use Laurier's Part-Time Application. Fall applicants must submit transcripts and required documents by May 12, 2027.

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