Students entering from high school require two courses from: SB14U (Biology), SC4U (Chemistry), SPH4U (Physics), MCV4U (Functions), MHF4U (Calculus and Vectors), SES4U (Earth and Space Science), ICS4U (Computer Studies). The flexibility of choices for students reflects the broad interests of students in the program, and is inclusive of students with different high school backgrounds. The curriculum is extremely flexible, students may create a degree program in line with their interests. Students can access the current state of several disciplines through this program with appropriate course selection.

Prerequisites and Restrictions
Students must check to ensure that prerequisites are met. Students may be deregistered, at the request of the instructor, from courses for which prerequisites and/or restrictions have not been met. FACULTY OF MATH AND SCIENCE COURSE FMSC 1P00 Transitioning to University Science Science as a way of knowing. Scientific method, scientific theories, hypothesis testing and prediction. Empirical, observational, and theoretical approaches to science. Data management, analysis, and visualization. Principles of science communication and contrasts with other knowledge systems. Lectures, seminar 4 hours per week. Restriction: open to BSc Sciences students until date specified in Registration guide. Note: this course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.

Pathway examples to help guide students in their course selection.

Please note: Students should be mindful that these are suggestions only and do not in any way guarantee their success in specific fields. They are advised to look at other sources as well. If they are planning to apply to a professional school, it would be better for them to contact the school directly.

Pathway 1:

Students who aim to apply to a professional program such as Pharmacy, Medical School, Optometry, or Dentistry find the BSc Sciences program to be an attractive choice as it allows them to complete all necessary prerequisite requirements, without having to take any courses that deviate from their plan. We will use the example of Pharmacy to demonstrate a typical course plan. These courses are outlined in Table 4.1.

Pathway 2:

If a student is removed from their Honours program, they often choose to move into BSc Sciences as a way to use the credits that they have already completed. One example of this is the Biomedical Sciences program. It is an Honours only program, and if a student is not able to achieve the average required, they do not have the option to pursue a pass degree in Biomedical Sciences. In this case, they can choose to use their credits earned toward focus areas in Biological Sciences and Health Sciences. The courses highlighted below in blue are the required courses for the first and second years of the Biomedical Sciences program. As illustrated, all courses fit in the requirements of the BSc Sciences degree, and allow a student to stay on track with their preferred deadline.

Pathway 3:

Below is a sample program plan for students interested in pursuing Brock’s concurrent Bachelor of Nursing/Master of Nursing (BN/MN) program. Admission to the program requires completion of a four-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum average of 75% over the final two years of study. Admission also requires credits in certain topics to be completed. The plan below highlights potential courses that can be taken during the Honours BSc Sciences program that could be used towards admission requirements for the BN/MN program. Please note, that successful completion of the Honours BSc Sciences program and/or completion of the suggested courses does not guarantee admission into the BN/MN program. Students are advised to meet with their academic advisor when selecting courses and to reach out to the appropriate department for more information on admission requirements. More details on the BN/MN program can be found here.