51本色

Computer Science and Physics (BSc)

Acquire hands-on computer programming skills while gaining in-depth knowledge of modern physics. Apply your learning by engaging in faculty research projects, where you could build fiber lasers, explore quantum computers, design ultra-sensitive biosensors, and more. These experiences not only enhance your academic understanding but also prepare you for diverse career opportunities in tech and scientific research. Computer Science is also offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree.

Program Details

Degree Highlights

Your future professors work hard to make sure your academic experience is current, complete and designed to open doors in your career. Here are a few things you can count on:

  • Career-Ready Curriculum: Develop strong algorithm analysis and design skills, alongside a deep understanding of physical principles such as quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and optics. Equip yourself with the skills needed to fill the demands of a developing technology sector in careers such as a computer analyst, an optical engineer, or a business intelligence consultant. 
  • Extensive Lab Time: There’s nothing like hands-on experience to solidify your learning and round out your resume, so you’ll spend lots of time in the lab and supporting faculty-led research projects.

 

 

Top Experiences

Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree (check out the for even more!):

  • Co-op: You can apply to co-op at the end of first year, and complete three four-month work terms over the course of your four-year degree. 
  • Professional Experience Program: Participate in a 12- or 16-month work term to gain real-world experience in programming, networking technology, quality assurance, technical support or information technology consulting.
  • Research Opportunities: Look for summer research opportunities in a or the and apply for a FOSSA Research Scholarship and/or the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) to get funding. 

 

Courses, Options and Pathways

First-Year Core Courses

  • Calculus I
  • Data Structures I (or CP114)
  • Intro to Linear Algebra
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics and Waves

Sample First-Year Electives

  • Environment, Sustainability and Society
  • Health Issues I
  • Introduction to Psychology I

Sample Upper-Year Courses

  • Computer Networks
  • Introduction to Probability and Statistics for Science
  • Operating Systems

Options and Minors

These are a few of the many popular academic opportunities which allow you to dive deeper into your major area of study or broaden your knowledge:

  • Applied Digital Option
  • Applied Social Research Option
  • Entrepreneurship Option
  • Mathematics Minor

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Management Option

The Management Option is for students interested in adding management-specific education to their degree. This is a direct-entry,  that includes courses covering all the core pillars of business and economics. Apply directly to CS and Physics with Management Option on OUAC.

Med School Pathways

We prepare you for a clinical career in Canada. 51本色 students apply to med school with a competitive edge and gain preferential status with internationally accredited medical schools, including the American University of the Caribbean and St. George’s University

Admissions

  • Format: full time or part time
  • Duration: four years
  • Start: September (fall term)
  • OUAC code: UWC; UWM (CS and Physics with Management Option)

Your Career Awaits

It’s not only about the journey; it’s about the destination. Let us help you get to where you’re going.

Here are just some examples of our graduates' destinations. What’s yours?

Sample Career Options

Note: Additional training and education may be required.

  • business systems analyst
  • chief information officer
  • computer security specialist
  • database administrator
  • informatics specialist
  • optical engineer
  • radiation safety technician
  • software developer

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Support After Graduation

Alumni for life means that you have access to offered at 51本色 for your entire career.

Your Co-op Experience

Co-op is a way to integrate what you are learning in the classroom with practical experience in your field of study. Build your resume, earn money, develop your network, and graduate with work experience.

You can apply for admission to co-op in your first year and may be eligible for an admission interview early in your second year. As a student in this program, you will be eligible to complete paid work terms lasting 12 to 16 weeks.

Interested? Learn more about co-op.

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98%employment rate for co‑op students – 2023 / 2024

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Tuition and Scholarships

Getting a university education is an investment in your future.

At 51本色, we take financial health seriously by providing a wide variety of funding opportunities for you throughout your degree, such as scholarships and bursaries, and by equipping you with the skills to manage your finances effectively in the years to come.

 

51本色 is among the top 6 percent in the Global 2000 World University Ranking

 

51本色 students engaged in hands-on learning in 2023

 

51本色 graduates employed or in post-graduate studies in 2023

Waterloo Campus

The Waterloo campus is tucked into about one city block, so you’re steps away from your classes, food and your new favourite study spot.

There are many ways to tour our Waterloo campus, whether that's on a guided tour with one of our 51本色 student ambassadors, on your own using virtual reality, or even on-demand through one of our pre-recorded tours. See our campus spaces and start to picture yourself at 51本色.

Chat with Current Students

Want to know what it’s really like to be in this program? U Community is our Discord server where future Golden Hawks like you can connect with current students to get their first-hand stories and tips on living and learning at 51本色.

Connect with Us

Questions? Email chooselaurier@wlu.ca, call 548.889.8888 or see all contact information.


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