International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science
Overview
International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science is equivalent to the first year of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Bachelor of Science degree. Upon the successful completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II), you’ll begin the second year of your degree at TMU.
TMU’s Faculty of Science is a powerhouse of leading-edge applied research and education located in the heart of Downtown Toronto. The programs are a careful blend of scientific theory and hands-on practice, each leading to an Honours Bachelor of Science university degree.
Key Information
Duration
- 3 terms
Intakes
- January, May, September
Location
Toronto Metropolitan University campus, Toronto
Your Direct Pathway into Toronto Metropolitan University
International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science Program Structure
Following the completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science, including maintaining academic good academic standing and achieving any program-specific CGPA, students will progress to their chosen major at Toronto Metropolitan University. Students must achieve a CGPA of 2.0 to progress into TMU’s Faculty of Science.
| Course Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| BLG 143 | Biology I |
| BLG 144 | Biology II |
| CHY 102/103 | General Chemistry I |
| CHY 113 | General Chemistry II |
| CPS 109 | Computer Science I |
| CPSY 102 | Introduction to Psychology (Biomedical Science ONLY) |
| CSOC 103 | How Society Works |
| MTH 140 | Calculus I |
| MTH 240 | Calculus II (Biology, Chemistry and Medical Physics ONLY) |
| PCS 211 | Physics: Mechanics |
| PCS 125 | Physics: Waves and Fields |
Science Major Options at TMU:
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Delve into life sciences, spanning cellular biology to environmental studies with co-op option, specializations in Bioinformatics, Biophysics, or Environmental Biology, and a Management Science designation. Graduates can pursue careers in biochemistry, environmental science, research, or enter fields like biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
Explore molecular and cellular mechanisms in health, disease, and infection. It offers expertise in genetics, genomics, and microbiology, providing opportunities for research and co-op experiences. Graduates can pursue careers in clinical labs, biotech, research institutions, healthcare administration, or consulting.
Explore matter, energy, and their applications in diverse fields with optional co-op and/or a specialization in Applied Physics or an optional specialization in Management Sciences. Graduates can find opportunities in research, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and quality control. Career paths include analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and organic chemistry.
The program blends medicine and physics, applying physics principles to healthcare. Students engage in medical imaging, radiation therapy, and dosimetry. A thesis project and optional co-op enhance learning, leveraging TMU’s strong ties to Toronto hospitals. Career paths include roles like MRI technologist or radiation protection surveyor.
Science Fundamentals
This program is designed for students who are missing all prerequisite subjects (Grade 12 Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) to gain direct entry into the International Year One pathway in Science. Students in the one-term Fundamentals program will complete the following four foundation courses: Introduction to Physics, Introduction to Chemistry and two courses in Functions, Calculus, and Vectors.
To progress into International Year One in Science, students must achieve a minimum of 65% across these courses.
Where Can a BSc Degree Take You?
Choose Science at TMU
