Programs Requiring Prior University Study

You must complete university study before you can apply to the following programs.

To find programs that require you to complete college study before you can apply, view Collaborative University and College Programs.

30 Prior Study Programs

Business Administration

Western University

Undergraduate

Two years of university study and prerequisites are required. Demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities, community involvement and work experience are also important parts of the application.

The Ivey Honours Business Administration (HBA) Program is a 2+2 program, which means you can study in any faculty at Western or another recognized university for your first 2 years, followed by 2 years of concentrated business study at Ivey. No other undergraduate business program provides you with the opportunity to explore as many different career paths as the Ivey Honours Business Administration (HBA).

Several combined degree options between Ivey and other faculties at Western are also available for you to explore.

You can apply for conditional admission to Ivey during your last year of high school as part of the Ivey Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO) or apply from university.

Learn more about applying to Ivey from high school.

View Ivey HBA videos, brochures and downloads.

Certificate in Nunavut Public Service Studies (CNPSS)

Carleton University

Undergraduate

The CNPSS is 5.0 credit program is administered by the School of Public Policy and Administration. Currently, courses in the Nunavut Certificate are offered in partnership with Nunavut Sivuniksavut, a postsecondary program for Inuit from Nunavut. Courses in the program include Public Administration in Nunavut and options such as Qualitative Research Methods.

This Certificate program is designed primarily for prospective or practicing public employees in Nunavut who seek special training in public service subjects at the undergraduate level. Courses taken for the Certificate may be credited towards a Bachelor of Arts degree. A transfer student from the Certificate program into the Bachelor of Arts program normally will be required to take at least 10.0 further credits. At least 5.0 of the credits required for the degree must be completed after awarding of the Certificate.

Compressed Nursing

Trent University

Undergraduate

Accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, Trent's BScN offers aspiring nurses the option of pursuing either a collaborative or compressed degree with an emphasis on a holistic approach to healthcare, spanning a variety of nursing contexts.

Learn at Trent's state-of-the-art Life and Health Sciences facility, home to simulation labs that include the leading-edge Clinical Simulation Learning Centre, a maternal/child and community care simulation space. Develop a strong understanding of social justice and political advocacy in the health care environment by choosing courses with topics ranging from aging to mental health, Indigenous communities, and rural and women's health.

The compressed 28-month BScN degree is a fast-track program for students who have completed at least 2 years of an undergraduate degree.

Computer Science General Degree (for university graduates)

University of Windsor

Undergraduate

University graduates with a 3-year General, 4-year Major or 4-year Honours degree (from a discipline other than Computer Science) may apply to the BCS (General) degree for university graduates.

Creative Writing

York University

Undergraduate

This program is intended for students with 1 year of undergraduate studies since it is not a direct-entry program from high school. You may apply after completing your first 48 credits and before completing your first 78 credits by presenting a portfolio containing work in both poetry and prose fiction, as evidence of writing experience.

Education

Université de l'Ontario français

Undergraduate

A program dedicated to those who want to contribute to the full development of young people - our leaders of tomorrow - and to the vitality of Franco-Ontarian communities.

The Bachelor of Education allows you to work as a teacher and aspire to one of the many positions available in French-language elementary schools in Ontario and Canada.

Two courses
- Full-time, 4 sessions over 16 consecutive months for faster entry into the job market
- Part-time, 10 sessions over a minimum of 42 consecutive months, allowing you to continue working in your current career, or to substitute teach in French-language schools with a letter of permission from the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) (after successfully completing 5 courses, including a practicum).
Course overview
- Learning to teach in the digital age
- Child development and transitions
- Development of intercultural skills and pedagogical approaches in a minority setting
- Observation, coaching and planning internships (4 internships)

Careers
- Teaching at the primary/junior level, from kindergarten to grade 6, for students aged 4 to 12.

Engineering

University of Windsor

Undergraduate

Advance your skills with the Engineering Technology degree.

If you have a 3-year advanced technology diploma or a degree in a scientific or technical subject, this program is for you!

This program is offered in a general stream as well as specializations, as described below:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering

Geographical Information Systems

Trent University

Undergraduate

Geographical Information Systems is a collaborative program with Fleming College. It is available to students in the Honours BSc or BA program at Trent University in Geography or in Environmental & Resource Science.

Students admitted to the program register as full-time Fleming College students during the third year of their Honours program at Trent.

Interested students should consult with the Chair(s) of the appropriate department or programs at Trent.

Health Administration

Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Health Administration
Part-Time Degree Completion
Certified by the Association of University Programs in Health Administration

Turn your health-related diploma into a degree. The Health Administration degree program can help you develop business acumen and gain the skills needed to navigate the complex and dynamic world of healthcare.

You’ll explore topics such as program planning and evaluation, communication, strategy, human resources and financial management.

Gain experience through Practicum seminars and a research project that will help you put theory into practice.

Go at your own pace:
This part-time program allows you to take courses at your own pace. You can complete as few as one to 2 courses per semester, or you can complete 3 courses or more per semester (making it full-time, OSAP eligible) pending course offering and space availability.

International BA - iBA (Trilingual)

York University – Glendon Campus

Undergraduate

A minimum of 1 year of university studies or the equivalent is required.

To apply to the trilingual iBA option, you need to have a strong proficiency in French; students are not required to have any background in the third language.

Apply with OUAC code YGH.

Medical Radiation Sciences

University of Toronto

Undergraduate

Jointly offered by the Temerty Faculty of Medicine and The Michener Institute of Education at UHN, U of T offers a 3-year (8 consecutive semesters) program leading to a BSc and Advanced Diploma. Applicants may choose Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology, Radiation Therapy or Radiological Technology.
One year of undergraduate study (5.0 full-course equivalents) is required. Academic prerequisites include a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7, including 1 half-credit course in Biology, Mathematics, Physics and Social Science.

Medicine

University of Ottawa

Undergraduate

Translational and molecular medicine (TMM)

The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Translational and Molecular Medicine (TMM) is a unique collaborative effort between Faculty of Medicine researchers and affiliated institutes. The program integrates theoretical and practical courses with active learning, offering students an enriching educational environment and exposing them to innovative research throughout their studies. The TMM program emphasizes training in active research labs and offers the largest number of advanced laboratories for an undergraduate science program in Canada. Students are taught by both basic scientists and clinicians, providing them with the skill sets required to perform cutting-edge biomedical research. The program is offered in both French and English.

Music Therapy

Wilfrid Laurier University - Waterloo Campus

Undergraduate

Music Therapy develops a client's potential abilities and enhances their quality of life by using music to address physical, emotional, intellectual or learning challenges.

As a student, participate in a variety of group and individual music therapy placements in our on-site clinics and throughout the community with a diverse set of clients, including those with learning disabilities, autism, special needs, adolescents and geriatrics.

You can apply to the Bachelor of Music Therapy at the end of your second year in Laurier’s Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Music in Community Music.

Admission is based on:
- high standing in Laurier music and psychology courses
- evidence of strong interpersonal skills
- interview with music therapy coordinator
- audition