Life sciences students will learn to apply methods of scientific inquiry to study the laws and processes of living matter. The study of life sciences (including health sciences and psychology) helps students to understand and analyze the behaviour of the human body and those of other organisms. It prepares students for ethical, social and political questions arising from our increasing ability to protect the delicate and complex ecological balance that sustains the world.
Things You Need to Know
OUAC Admission Code: TLG (Life Sciences)
Supplementary Application Form Required: No
Admission Category Prerequisites: English and Calculus
Approximate Admission Range: Low to mid 80s
Admission Requirements by Curriculum:
- Ontario High School & Other Canadian Provinces
- US High School Admission Requirements
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Admission Requirements
- British Patterned Admission Requirements
- Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) Admission Requirements
- Other International School Admission Requirements
Since you are admitted to the general Life Sciences admission category, during your first year you will not be enrolled in a specific program. This means that during your first year, you are able to explore a number of different areas of study. You apply to a program (e.g. major in psychology) at the end of your first year, and can combine programs outside of your own admission category, excluding programs in Rotman Commerce.
It is important to note that in addition to the courses required for admission into the Life Sciences admission category listed above (English and mathematics/calculus), some programs of study may require you to take additional specific high school subjects in order to take specific courses in first year, or for entry into that program in second year.
For example, if you are interested in psychology, you will not only need English and mathematics/calculus (which are required for admission into Life Sciences), but you will also need grade 12 biology or equivalent to be able to enrol in the psychology program of study at the end of your first year.
Step 1: Search for your desired program of study (e.g. psychology) in the Program List table below
Step 2: Find the high school subject prerequisites for your desired program of study listed under Subject(s) Required in Addition to English
Step 3: These prerequisites subjects allow you to enroll in introductory first year courses needed for your program of study selection at the end of first year. You can find these courses listed under Program Area in the Academic Calendar
Program List
From how the human body works, to the evolution of our species over time, to the incredible diversity of life on our planet, start exploring the many facets of the living world you can study as a Life Sciences student.
Legend: Bio: Biology; C: Calculus and Vectors; Ch: Chemistry; Ph: Physics
| Program | Subject(s) Required in Addition to English |
|---|---|
| Animal Physiology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Anthropology: Evolutionary | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Biochemistry | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Biodiversity and Conservation Biology | C, Bio |
| Bioinformatics and Computational Biology | C, Bio, Ch |
| Biological Chemistry | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Biological Physics | C, Bio, Ch, Ph |
| Biology | C, Bio, Ch (Ch not Req’d for minor) |
| Biology (offered jointly with the National University of Singapore) | C, Bio |
| Biomedical Toxicology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Cell and Molecular Biology | C, Bio, Ch, Ph (Ph rec not Req’d for major) |
| Ecology and Evolutionary Biology | C, Bio, Ch |
| Environment and Behaviour | C (Rec. Bio) |
| Environment and Energy | C, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Environment and Health | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Environment and Toxicology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Environmental Biology | C, Bio, Ch (Ch not Req’d for minor) |
| Environmental Chemistry | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Environmental Geosciences | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Environmental Science | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Forest Conservation Science | C, Bio (Rec. Ch) |
| Genome Biology | C, Bio, Ch |
| Human Biology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Human Biology: Fundamental Genetics and its Applications | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Human Biology: Global Health | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Human Biology: Health and Disease | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Human Biology: Neuroscience | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Immunology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Molecular Genetics and Microbiology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Nutritional Sciences | C, Bio, Ch |
| Pathobiology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry | C, Bio, Ch, Ph |
| Pharmacology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Pharmacology and Biomedical Toxicology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Physical and Environmental Geography | C (Rec. Ch, Bio, Ph) |
| Physiology | C, Bio, Ch (Rec. Ph) |
| Psychology | C, Bio (Rec. Ch, Ph) |
| Psychology Research | C, Bio (Rec. Ch or Ph) |
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Why Study Life Sciences at Arts & Science?
Research Opportunities
As early as second year, students can assist their professors with research. Imagine working alongside your professor to create new technology to cure genetic diseases – just one example of the amazing research opportunities Life Sciences students have participated in.
Gain Practical Experience
Eligible Life Sciences students can apply for the Arts & Science Internship Program after first year and gain 12-20 months of relevant, paid work experience and specialized professional development training.
Diverse Career Options
From a career in health care to working as a museum curator, Life Sciences opens so many doors for those interested in the living world. Learn more about careers in Life Sciences using Career Navigator.