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2014 - 2015 | graduate studies Viewbook

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Find your passion and yourselF

4 uoiT graduaTe sTudies. go FurTher.

6 uoiT graduaTe programs

21 research

23 sTudenT success

27 accommodaTions

29 oshawa: iT’s closer Than you Think

30 Financing your educaTion

32 TuiTion and Fees

33 inTernaTional sTudenTs

34 applicaTion process

36 admission summary charT

39 campus Tours

39 open house evenTs

40 conTacT inFormaTion

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The graduate studies community at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is flourishing and we are pleased that you are considering our university to take your education to the next level.

At UOIT we have developed a close-knit, supportive community that continuously strives for high-quality education and a positive student experience. Our ultimate goal is to see you succeed and achieve your greatest potential. To support this goal, UOIT offers you modern curricula, globally experienced professors, progressive research and opportunities for both professional and personal growth. We are confident that upon graduation, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in advanced roles in high-demand fields.

I encourage you to explore our program options and learn more about graduate studies at UOIT by visiting our website at uoit.ca/gradstudies. Explore our vibrant campus here in Oshawa, Ontario through our interactive campus map or, better yet, stop by and visit us in person.

We are very proud of all we have accomplished and look forward to sharing our many exciting opportunities with you.

Best regards,

Brian Campbell, PhD Associate Provost and Dean Graduate Studies

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uoiT graduaTe sTudies. go FurTher.At UOIT, we’re pushing the boundaries of innovation and discovery by taking education to the next level. Modern curricula, a wireless and green campus, high-tech facilities and a technology-enriched learning environment are just some of the reasons why your graduate studies experience at UOIT will be a positively different one.

Every year, students from all over the world choose UOIT to further their education. Here are some of the reasons why:

A welcoming And supportive community You will be a valued member of a friendly, supportive and diverse community. With a graduate student population of around 500 students, you will never feel like a number. You will enjoy small classes, an intimate learning atmosphere to help optimize your intellectual development and the opportunity to network and build lasting relationships with professors, staff and fellow classmates.

progrAms with you in mind Today’s employers are seeking savvy graduates who are creative and fluent with the latest technology. They want people who can demonstrate a passion for inquiry and immediately apply their skills in the workplace. UOIT’s market-driven programs are tailored to deliver on this demand by ensuring students are equipped with a competitive advantage through practical learning experience.

We also recognize that every student situation is different, so many of our programs offer you the option for part-time studies, multiple program start dates and a variety of completion options such as research projects, theses or, if you prefer, a course-based program.

“ it wasn’t feasible for me to take time off from my professional life, so i sought programs with a reputable and robust online delivery model. Being an instructor of new media design, i wanted to find a program that would not only improve my pedagogical knowledge, but also strengthen and expand my skills and abilities in digital technologies. as fate would have it, a chance encounter with a respected colleague focused my attention on uoiT’s med program. at the time it felt like the perfect match; looking back, it was.”

dan laBecki master of education student

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stAte-of-the-Art reseArch fAcilities UOIT is home to an array of impressive research and computing facilities all housing the most advanced and current technology. We offer hands-on research experience in these high-tech facilities, some of which are unique in Canada and, in some respects, the world. When you graduate, you’ll enter the job market with first-hand experience with modern-day technology, giving you a competitive edge.

exceptionAl fAculty Our team of globally experienced faculty have established track records in leading-edge, value-added research in their respective disciplines. You will be mentored and guided by these academic and industry leaders and will collaborate with them to turn innovative ideas into real-world solutions.

innovAtive reseArch The university is committed to conducting research that impacts society by addressing issues of regional, national and global importance. As a graduate student, you will have the opportunity to contribute to UOIT’s mission in advancing the highest quality research and will engage in efforts that are truly making an impact.

well-rounded experienceUOIT will not only guide your acquisition of disciplinary expertise but will also help you develop the professional skills needed for a successful future career in industry or academia. The university will offer you a variety of workshops to broaden and enhance your academic experience and will encourage you to participate in academic conferences and professional organizations to strengthen your networking, career and soft skills so you can better integrate into the work force after graduation.

“The health sciences graduate program encourages independent learning and development in a supportive and motivating environment. comprised of highly qualified and knowledgeable faculty members, the program proves to build a solid academic foundation for students. The strong commitment from professors to educate and support provides the necessary skills and knowledge needed for students to succeed in the university setting, and beyond.”

nida musTaFa master of health sciences student

“The best part of being a graduate student with the Faculty of energy systems and nuclear science is the opportunity to be involved with your entire educational experience. as a uoiT graduate student, i have sat on the Board of governors and faculty council, assisted in organizing conferences, volunteered at student orientation and had many more wonderful experiences that have helped develop my skills outside of the classroom and laboratory - all while being able to further my research in excellent laboratory space with fantastic support and resources. uoiT really is a great place to be a graduate student.”

adam lipchiTz doctor of philosophy in nuclear engineering student

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uoiT graduaTe programs

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Business AdministrAtiondegree:

• master of Business administration (mBa)

Fields*:

• Finance

• international Business

• logistics and supply chain management

• marketing

• Technology management

approximaTe lengTh:

• sixteen months, based on full-time study, for students with a minimum of two years of work experience

• Twenty-four months, based on full-time study, for direct-entry students

program FormaT:

Courses with a research project or courses with a research project and work placement

For more inFormaTion:

905.721.8668 ext. 2830 905.721.3167 (fax) [email protected]

gradstudies. uoit.ca/mba

*Not all fields are necessarily offered each year.

Business and inFormaTion Technology

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Business AdministrAtion And informAtion technology security degree:

• mBa and master of information Technology security (miTs) - combined program

approximaTe lengTh:

Twenty months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

Courses with an integrated capstone research project



gradstudies. uoit.ca/mba_mits

informAtion technology securitydegree:

• miTs

approximaTe lengTh:

Twelve months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

Courses with an IT Security capstone project



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educAtiondegrees:

• master of arts (ma)

• master of education (med)

Field:

Education and Digital Technologies

approximaTe lengTh:

Twelve to 16 months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

ma: Courses with a research thesis

med: Courses with a digital portfolio or courses with a research project

sample research areas:

• computer-assisted language learning

• digital story telling

• educational gaming

• icT enhanced learning environments

• learning with mobile technologies

• online learning communities

• problem-based digital learning

• social media and learning

• video podcasts and digital learning

• web-based online pedagogies

program delivery:

Synchronous online delivery (virtual classrooms)



gradstudies. uoit.ca/maeducationgradstudies. uoit.ca/med

educAtion And digitAl technologies (grAduAte diplomA)approximaTe lengTh:

Four to eight months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

Course-based - four courses total

sample courses:

• educational Technology and communication

• leadership and Technology

• learning with Technology

• online Technology in education

program delivery:

Synchronous online delivery (virtual classrooms)



gradstudies. uoit.ca/educationdiploma

educaTion

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“i chose uoiT for my graduate studies because it afforded me the opportunity to complete my coursework online from a reputable and innovative academic institution. what i like about the med program is its focus on 21st-century learning, where digital technologies are used to apply knowledge to new situations, analyze information, collaborate, solve problems and make informed decisions. also, the synchronous online classes foster a community of learning through real-time collaboration in a supportive, interactive, and multimedia environment. as a result of this program, i feel more confident utilizing digital technologies to achieve learning objectives in the workplace.”

shem sewchand master of education student

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engineering

Automotive engineeringdegrees:

• master of applied science (masc)

• master of engineering (meng)

approximaTe lengTh:

Twenty-four months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

masc: Courses with a research thesis

meng: Course-based or courses with a major project


• alternative fuels

• automotive aerodynamics

• automotive communications, software and electronics

• automotive manufacturing and materials

• chassis design

• electric and hybrid vehicles

• Fuel cells and hydrogen

• noise, vibrations and harshness

• on-board energy systems

• vehicle dynamics and performance

• vehicle thermal management


905.721.3268 905.721.3370 (fax) [email protected]

gradstudies. uoit.ca/automotive

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electricAl And computer engineeringdegrees:

• masc

• meng

• phd

Fields (phd program):

• communications and signal processing

• control systems

• software systems

approximaTe lengTh:

masc and meng: Twenty-four months, based on full-time study

phd: Forty-eight months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

masc: Courses with a MASc research thesis


phd: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• automatic/intelligent sensing and control

• Biomedical engineering, health informatics and telehealth

• haptics and virtual reality

• knowledge discovery

• medical and mobile robotics

• mobile and pervasive computing

• multi-variable optimization

• networked and distributed control systems

• network security

• power systems and smart grid engineering

• satellite communications

• sensor networks

• service computing

• statistical and array processing

• wireless communications and signal processing



gradstudies. uoit.ca/ecegradstudies. uoit.ca/ecephd

engineering mAnAgementdegree:

• meng management

approximaTe lengTh:


program FormaT:

• course-based

• courses with a major project

sample projecT areas:

• energy systems management

• engineering project management

• occupational health and safety

• production planning and operations management

• Quality control and applied risk analysis

• regulatory affairs and licensing



gradstudies. uoit.ca/mengm

engineering mAnAgement (grAduAte diplomA)approximaTe lengTh:

Eight months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

Course-based – four courses total

sample courses:

• project management for engineers

• Foundations of engineering management

• design engineering management

• Foundations of Business



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mechAnicAl engineeringdegrees:

• masc

• meng

• phd

Fields:

masc and meng:• Design• Energy and Thermofluids Engineering• Mechatronics and Manufacturing Engineering

phd:• Automotive Engineering• Energy and Thermofluids Engineering• Mechatronics and Manufacturing Engineering

approximaTe lengTh:



program FormaT:

masc: Courses with a MASc research thesis




• automotive systems (see automotive engineering program)

• Biomass combustion and gasification

• dynamics, vibration and noise

• energy conversion and management

• engineering design

• Fuel cells and integrated energy systems

• hydrogen production, storage, transportation, delivery and use

• heat transfer, fluid mechanics and multiphase flows

• integrated and combined cycle power generation

• manufacturing and materials

• mechanics of solids and structures

• modelling and simulation of energy systems

• multi-generation energy systems

• refrigeration and air conditioning

• renewable energy systems (wind, solar, geothermal)

• robotics, automation and controls

• Thermal energy storage



gradstudies. uoit.ca/mechanicalgradstudies. uoit.ca/mechanicalphd

“having gone through the master’s program at uoiT, i found the university to be contemporary and met my research aspirations. The laboratory facilities available have been conducive to innovative and sound research. uoiT has opened up relevant opportunities to put forth my research nationally and internationally, which has contributed to my growth as a researcher. The knowledge and expertise of the professors have helped me develop and challenge my research goals. as i progress in the phd program, i feel the educational experiences and skill sets i have gained at uoiT have prepared me well for my future.”

naFisah khan doctor of philosophy in nuclear engineering student

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nucleAr engineeringdegrees:

• masc

• meng

• meng – University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering (UNENE) administered program*

• phd

Fields:

masc and meng:• Nuclear Power• Radiological and Health Physics

phd:• Nuclear Power and Energy Applications• Radiological and Health Physics

approximaTe lengTh:



program FormaT:

masc: Courses with a research thesis




• radiation protection and measurements

• health physics, threat detection and security

• nuclear reactor instrumentation, control and simulation

• nuclear reactor materials and corrosion

• nuclear reactor physics

• nuclear reactor safety

• nuclear reactor systems

• nuclear reactor thermalhydraulics and heat transfer

• nuclear power systems

• radioactive waste management



gradstudies. uoit.ca/nucleargradstudies. uoit.ca/nuclearphd

*Please visit unene.ca for UNENE program details.

nucleAr design engineering (grAduAte diplomA)approximaTe lengTh:

Twenty months

program FormaT:


courses:

• design of nuclear plant systems

• nuclear design processes and Techniques

• nuclear plant safety design

• nuclear plant systems and operation



gradstudies. uoit.ca/nucleardesign

nucleAr technology (grAduAte diplomA)graduaTe diplomas oFFered:

• Fuel, materials and chemistry

• health physics

• operation and maintenance

• radiological applications

• reactor systems

• safety, licensing and regulatory affairs

approximaTe lengTh:

Eight months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:


sample courses:

• advanced material analysis

• environmental modelling

• nuclear plant systems and operation

• physics of radiation Therapy

• reactor control

• regulatory affairs and licensing concepts



gradstudies. uoit.ca/nucleardiplomas

nuclear

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healTh sciences

heAlth sciencesdegree:

• master of health sciences (mhsc)

Fields:

• community health

• health informatics

• kinesiology

approximaTe lengTh:


program FormaT:

Courses with a research thesis


community health

• chronic disease management

• health and wellness of vulnerable populations

• health policy

• health promotion and disease prevention

• hiv and other infectious diseases

• inequalities in health

• mental health

• social determinants of health

health informatics

• cloud computing in health care

• knowledge discovery in health care

• mobility in health care

• real-time decision aids

• security and reliability in health care

• serious games in health care

kinesiology

• Barriers to full participation in physical activity

• exercise and neural plasticity

• exercise physiology

• motor control in relation to injury prevention and rehabilitation

• motor development and physical activity in children with and without disabilities

• occupational biomechanics and ergonomics

• The role of exercise in promoting health and function



gradstudies. uoit.ca/healthsciences

“i chose uoiT for its exceptional research opportunities and the close-knit community within the Faculty of health sciences. after completing the first year of my master’s degree, i have already lead my own research projects, collaborated closely with faculty members and community partners, and presented my work at international conferences. These opportunities have helped me to become a more confident student and researcher.”

emily Bremer master of health sciences student

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Applied Biosciencedegrees:

• msc

• phd

fields:

• Biomolecular science

• ecosystem health

• Forensic Bioscience

• human health Biology

approximaTe lengTh:

msc: Twenty-four months, based on full-time study


program FormaT:

msc: Courses with a research thesis



• Biochemistry

• cell biology

• chemical biology

• ecology

• environmental toxicology

• Forensic science

• genomics

• immunology

• microbiology

• molecular biology

• organic chemistry

• pharmacology

• pharmaceutical chemistry



gradstudies. uoit.ca/appliedbiosciencegradstudies. uoit.ca/appliedbiosciencephd

computer sciencedegrees:

• master of science (msc)

• doctor of philosophy (phd)

Fields:

• digital media

• information science

• networks and iT security

• software design

approximaTe lengTh:



program FormaT:


phd: Courses with a PhD thesis


• artificial intelligence

• computer graphics

• computer vision

• digital media

• distributed computing

• health informatics

• network design

• network security

• robotics

• software engineering

• ubiquitous computing

• virtual reality



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science

“i have always been impressed by the enthusiasm, knowledge and experience of my supervisor and the other game development faculty members. having a supervisor who shares my interests and engages me in hands-on research and development is very important to me. Throughout the program, my supervisor has put me in touch with industry partners who appreciate the use of digital media, and share the drive to integrate our research with theirs.”

daniel BucksTein master of science in computer science student

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mAteriAls sciencedegrees:

• msc

• phd


• Biomaterials

• materials chemistry

• materials physics

• Theoretical and computational materials science

approximaTe lengTh:

msc: Twenty-four months, based on full-time studyphd: Forty-eight months, based on full-time study

program FormaT:

msc: Courses with a research thesisphd: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Biomaterials

• carbon-based materials

• corrosion science and oxidation technologies and applications

• high temperature superconductors

• hybrid organic-inorganic materials

• materials for photovoltaic applications and other energy-related materials

• materials growth characterization

• nucleic acid-based materials

• proton exchange membrane fuel cell materials and processes

• reinforced composites with superior mechanical properties

• supercritical fluids and materials



gradstudies. uoit.ca/matscigradstudies. uoit.ca/matsciphd

modelling And computAtionAl sciencedegrees:

• msc

• phd


• computational physical sciences

• scientific computing

approximaTe lengTh:



program FormaT:




• applied dynamical systems

• climate modelling

• computational nanoscience and molecular modelling

• computational neuroscience

• computer science

• energy

• Fluid dynamics

• industrial mathematics

• materials science and photonics

• medical imaging

• nuclear physics



gradstudies. uoit.ca/modellinggradstudies. uoit.ca/modellingphd

“The small, family-like atmosphere of the Faculty of science is one of the reasons that make the modelling and computational science program awesome. The professors are great and available for guidance and help.”

jamil anToine jaBBour Master of Science in Modelling and Computational Science student

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criminologydegree:

• ma

Fields:

• cybercrime

• inequality and crime

approximaTe lengTh:


program FormaT:

• coursework and an original thesis

• coursework and a major paper


• crime and ethnicity

• criminological theory

• cybercrime

• eyewitness testimony

• hate crime

• homicide

• inequality and crime

• legal studies

• policing

• poverty and inner-city crime

• psychology and law

• psychology of deception

• restorative justice

• stereotyping, stigmatization and discrimination

• victimization

• woman abuse

• wrongful conviction

• youth crime



gradstudies. uoit.ca/criminology

social science and humaniTies

“my motivation for attending uoiT was the highly qualified faculty that the graduate program had to offer. with professors interested in a wide range of research topics and the diversity found within the student body, uoiT was the most appealing option for continuing my education. i was impressed with the opportunities uoiT provided and the close relationship the school had with various actors in the field of criminology.”

amrinder Brar master of arts in criminology student

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forensic psychology* degrees:

• msc

• phd

approximaTe lengTh:


phd: Forty-eight months, based on full-time study, for post-master’s students. 60 months, based on full-time study, for direct-entry students

program FormaT:

msc: Courses with an original thesis

phd: Courses with a PhD research dissertation


• detection of deception

• eyewitness memory

• geographic profiling

• interrogations and confessions

• neuroscience and the law

• psychopathy

• Treatment of sex offenders

• wrongful conviction

• youth and corrections


905.721.3234 905.721.3372 (fax)

* At time of printing, this program was pending approval. Please note that any information listed may change upon approval of the program.

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research UOIT is a research-intensive university that has established a niche in a number of key research areas.

Most notably, UOIT has attracted five Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) and five industrial research chairs. This is an outstanding achievement and an excellent reflection of the quality of our faculty and researchers. We are building a culture of innovation by embedding research in core academic activity.

Our undergraduate and graduate students are fully engaged in research under the supervision of our professors who are global experts in their fields. Through our established strong partnerships with business and industry leaders, we provide students with real-world experience. At UOIT, we are focused on transforming ideas into real solutions that will benefit society.

Every research project at UOIT is built on three guiding principles: excellence, innovation and societal impact through the enhancement of the lives of Canadians and local and national economies. Designed to meet the needs of employers in the surrounding area and throughout Ontario, UOIT research focuses on the following fields:

• advanced manufacturing for 21st-century innovation

• education for the 21st century

• energy and the environment

• human health and community wellness

• information communication Technology and informatics

• life sciences and Biotechnology

In support of these strategic themes, UOIT houses state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities such as the General Motors of Canada Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE), Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC), Aquatic Toxicology Laboratory, psychology labs, Geoforensic Research Facility, Clean Energy Research Laboratory (CERL) and the Educational Informatics Laboratory.

FasT FacTs• stephanie Thompson, a research assistant who

is completing her master of arts in education degree at uoiT, was selected as overall winner of the international reading association’s (ira) Technology in reading award. The award honours kindergarten to grade 12 educators who are making an outstanding and innovative contribution to the use of technology in reading education.

• ace is equipped with a full range of test chambers that allow for full climatic, durability and lifecycle testing, including one of the largest and most sophisticated climatic wind tunnels in the world. ace has an area of approximately 16,300 square metres and is divided into two distinct sections: a core research facility and an integrated research and training facility.

• The spectacular erc is a 9,290-square-metre facility that is the premier training ground for future energy scientists and nuclear engineers. it houses uoiT’s unique-in-canada engineering programs and research in geothermal, hydraulic, hydrogen, natural gas, nuclear, solar and wind energy technologies.

• since 2006, uoiT has had more than 120 invention disclosures, managed 20 families of patent applications, including five issued patents, and has secured eight license agreements.

• cerl is used to conduct research on hydrogen production, heat engines and nanotechnology. researchers are working on the world’s first lab-scale demonstration of a copper-chlorine cycle for thermochemical water splitting and nuclear hydrogen production. hydrogen is a clean energy carrier of the future and a potential major solution to the problem of climate change.

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sTudenT successAt UOIT, success is always a team effort. Our commitment to your success includes a range of student services backed by friendly, knowledgeable and caring staff.

AboriginAl resource centreuoit.ca/aboriginal The Aboriginal Resource Centre (ARC) provides First Nation, Métis and Inuit students with a home away from home throughout their educational journey. It provides an environment that fosters personal and cultural growth, along with academic success. In a holistic manner, in partnership with the campus community, ARC’s aim is to ensure you have the personal, cultural and academic tools necessary to establish your role within your community.

student leArning centreuoit.ca/studentlearning The Student Learning Centre provides you with academic services in writing, English (ESL) academic language support and study skills through one-on-one appointments, thesis writing workshops and online resources (nool.ca).

cAmpus childcAre centreuoit.ca/campuschildcareIf you are both a student and a parent, the Campus Childcare Centre is available to provide you with high-quality childcare services and programs to support you while you pursue your graduate education at UOIT. The centre is staffed with a team of highly skilled early childhood educators who are dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for your children.

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cAmpus heAlth centreuoit.ca/campushealthcentre The Campus Health Centre (CHC) is committed to providing you with the highest level of services. Whether you have a health emergency, a concern about nutrition, muscle strains and pains or a bad case of the flu, you can expect quality care from our health professionals. The CHC provides numerous confidential health services, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., including the following:

• a walk-in medical clinic

• acupuncture

• chiropractic care

• counselling services

• custom orthotics

• massage therapy

• nutritional counselling

• pharmacy

• physiotherapy

If you want to get involved in health promotion, Leave the Pack Behind is a student-run health education team that operates out of the CHC. The team promotes smoking cessation and change in social policy.

cAmpus involvementuoit.ca/irUOIT offers students an involvement directory that profiles all of the ways you can get involved on campus. A rewarding and enriching experience is available to students who participate in these campus activities. UOIT also offers an Involvement Record that highlights your university experience, which is an effective tool to demonstrate the skills and abilities you have acquired outside of the classroom.

cAmpus sAfetyuoit.ca/campussafety Your safety and security on campus is our priority. The Office of Campus Safety has implemented numerous strategies including 24-hour security presence at the Gordon Willey building’s main desk (north Oshawa location) and at 61 Charles Street (downtown Oshawa location). All other buildings have coverage from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Additional safety measures include emergency guideline signage, closed-circuit television cameras and uniformed security personnel who routinely patrol in marked vehicles. Code Blue stations are located at the north location and provide immediate contact to the security desk. The office also facilitates the Campus Walk program, which provides escorts to and from your car or buildings on campus upon request. Security can be contacted at any time via internal telephones by dialing extension 2400, or by cellphones and campus pay phones by dialing 905.721.3211.

cAreer supportuoit.ca/studentexperience The Career Centre offers you career support and a variety of valuable resources to help you be successful in creating your career path. Assistance is available with critiquing resumes and cover letters, advising in interview preparation and job search strategies and coaching for career decision making. In addition, the Career Centre hosts a variety of events each year, which include employer information and networking sessions, job fairs and a Further Education Expo.

counselling servicesuoit.ca/campushealthcentre Confidential and professional counselling services are available to help you find solutions to problems, overcome obstacles and open new possibilities for a more productive and fulfilling student life. Counselling services is committed to celebrating diversity and respect for all students on campus. We have a variety of service models available on both the north Oshawa and downtown locations to serve your needs.

diversity officeuoit.ca/diversity The Diversity office celebrates our diverse campus environment. It assists in the production of campus cultural events, investigates complaints involving discrimination and provides diversity training and workshops. The office’s goal is to promote equality and create a heightened understanding of diversity.

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grAduAte professionAl skillsuoit.ca/gradproskillsAt UOIT, we understand the value in strengthening our graduate students’ soft skills in addition to deepening their knowledge in a particular subject area. In order to achieve this, we’ve developed the Graduate Professional Skills Pilot Program. The program will offer you a series of free workshops on topics in the following areas: Professional Communication, Management, Teaching and Knowledge Transfer, and Career Management. The program is voluntary and non-credit. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional and soft skills through these workshops, which will complement your area of academic expertise and strengthen your competitiveness in the global workplace.

grAduAte student counciluoit.gsc.caThe Graduate Student Council (GSC) is a platform where graduate students’ concerns are heard by program representatives. The council ensures that the university is aware of the concerns of graduate students and advocates for resolutions and changes where applicable. The GSC also manages the graduate student service under the Student Association and co-ordinates a number of events for graduate students, including the Graduate Student Research Conference, coffee hours, trivia nights and orientation activities. Joining the GSC will help add soft skills to your resumé, and it’s also a great way to make a difference in the graduate studies community.

it servicesitsc. uoit.caAs a graduate student, you will receive a UOIT email account; access to the university’s campus network; wireless Internet access, available from every building on campus; and some preferred software licensing. The IT Service Desk is available to you seven days a week by phone, email or in person.

librAriesuoit.ca/library The UOIT libraries provide extensive print and digital information resources and services to assist you. The libraries are located at the following locations:

• 2000 simcoe street north

• 11 simcoe street north for Faculty of education students

• 61 charles street for Faculty of social science and humanities students

Wireless connections, free inter-library loans, streaming media, specialized training sessions and one-on-one consultations are available in each library.

recreAtion And Athleticscampusrecreationcentre.com uoitridgebacks.comIf you want to challenge your body as well as your mind, UOIT offers plenty of opportunities on campus to stay active and physically fit. Our spectacular 12,500-square-metre (135,000-square-foot) Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre includes five gymnasiums, an elevated indoor walking/jogging track and the Flex, a 929-square-metre (10,000-square-foot) fitness centre featuring top-of-the-line cardio and weight machines.

Campus recreation leagues are another great way to incorporate fitness into your student schedule. UOIT offers a variety of leagues that you can participate in and become involved with.

If you’re looking for a more spirited game beyond intramurals, UOIT also offers extramural and varsity sports. Varsity teams include curling, dance, golf, hockey, rowing, soccer, tennis and women’s field lacrosse. If you think you have what it takes to join one of the varsity teams, please visit the Ridgebacks’ website for more information.

support for students with disAbilitiesuoit.ca/accessservicesUOIT is committed to providing accessible and equal education so that all students can succeed in their chosen fields. To support this commitment, UOIT offers a number of valuable services to students with all types of disabilities, including students who are blind or have low vision, who are deaf or hard of hearing, and those with a physical, medical, psychiatric or learning disability as defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code.

In order to serve students effectively, disability supports are locally provided to students depending on their program location. Students enrolled at the north Oshawa location will work with the Centre for Students with Disabilities office. Those studying downtown will have access to support services through the Student Life – Disability Services.

uoit internAtionAluoit.ca/international UOIT International is committed to helping international students adjust to their new life on campus and ensure their UOIT university experience is the best that it can be. Our international student advisor assists students by providing support and mentoring on a range of topics including, but not limited to, the following: Canadian immigration support, answering questions on health insurance (known as the University Health Insurance Plan [UHIP]), housing and other matters. An orientation is held before the beginning of each academic semester.

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accommodaTionsIf you are planning to live in Oshawa while you complete your graduate education, you will be pleased to know that it is not only a great place to live but affordable as well. In the fall of 2012, the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in the City of Oshawa was only $9251. That represents an average of approximately $800 in monthly savings when compared to similar dwellings in central Toronto. From single rooms, apartments, townhouses or on-campus accommodations, you are sure to find a range of affordable housing options to suit your budget.

off-cAmpus living serviceuoit.ca/oclSearching for off-campus accommodations can sometimes feel overwhelming, but UOIT’s Off-campus Living Service is available to provide you with a rental listing service and general housing information and advice. This service can support you in making informed decisions about your off-campus living choices. The service also offers workshops and an annual Housing Fair.

1 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Rental Market Report, Greater Toronto Area 2012

on-cAmpus housinguoitrez.caIf you’re looking for housing mere steps from class, UOIT has two residence buildings on campus that offer you convenience, comfort and a place for living and learning. Both residences are well-equipped and offer numerous amenities such as controlled access, on-site management, security, on-site laundry, individually controlled air conditioning/heating and many social areas.

west villAge residenceslpcrentals.com/oshawaThese apartment-style residence suites are ideal for graduate students looking for the independence of apartment living with the convenience of residing on campus. Three- and six-bedroom units are available and include five appliances, parking, networked Internet and large bedrooms with spacious closets.

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oshawa: it’s closer than you thinkoshawa.ca

UOIT is located in the city of Oshawa, Ontario, in the heart of beautiful Durham Region and in the eastern portion of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) – Canada’s multicultural centre.Oshawa offers a fantastic mix of features and attractions within minutes of both of the university’s two locations in north and downtown Oshawa.

• Quality shopping, dining, museums, art galleries, entertainment and sporting activities

• expansive waterfront trails for cyclists, joggers, inline skaters and nature lovers

• great slopes for skiing and snowboarding

• competitive and recreational sports facilities

getting here by trAnsituoit.ca/transitdurhamregiontransit.com | gotransit.com

Our campus is easy to get to from all points in the GTA and beyond, whether you decide to get here by car or by bus. To find approximate travel times please visit uoit.ca/transit.

Thanks to expanded transit routes and the U-Pass, which provides you with unlimited access to Durham Region Transit (DRT) and select GO Transit bus service in Durham Region during the academic year, getting to UOIT has never been easier. More good news – as a UOIT student, you pay a reduced fee for GO Transit bus service to and from campus from locations outside of Durham Region, such as Scarborough, North York and Markham.

If you want to travel between the north and downtown Oshawa locations, it’s an easy 15-minute bus ride or about ten minutes by car.

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Financing your educaTion gradstudies. uoit.ca/funding

Full-time UOIT graduate students in research-based programs are provided with several funding opportunities to help support the cost of their graduate education.

minimum funding pAckAgesEach research program has a minimum funding level for full-time students, which is typically offered for the standard length of the program. The financial support packages listed below are the minimum for the corresponding program and may be exceeded in any given year.

program minimum Funding

Master of Arts and Master of Health Sciences

$9,000 per year

Master of Science and Master of Applied Science

$16,000 per year

Doctor of Philosophy $18,000 per year

The minimum financial support levels may be met through various sources including, but not limited to, entrance scholarships, assistantships and external awards. These are minimums set by the university. Individual programs may have higher minimum financial support levels.

entrAnce scholArshipsThe Office of Graduate Studies offers a limited number of merit-based graduate entrance scholarships to eligible full-time master’s and doctoral students. You are assessed for eligibility if you are receiving an offer of admission, so no application form is required. In the 2013-2014 academic year, the entrance scholarships were valued at $3,000 each.

AssistAntshipsThe primary sources of funding for graduate students at UOIT are teaching assistantships (TAship), research assistantships (RAship) and/or graduate research assistantships (GRAship), which are available to full-time domestic and international students.

Teaching assisTanTships and research assisTanTships

TAships and RAships are types of paid employment available to graduate students. Teaching assistants (TA) work under the direction of course instructors and perform various teaching duties. Research assistants (RA) work under the direction of a researcher. This research work is not necessarily directly connected to the student’s own research and program of study.

During the 2013-2014 academic year, a TA/RA with a bachelor’s degree will earn $34 per hour, while a TA/RA with a master’s degree will earn $38 per hour. The terms and conditions of employment for TAs and RAs are governed by the collective agreement between UOIT and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC). For more information on the collective agreement, please visit uoit.ca/collectiveagreements.

graduaTe research assisTanTships

GRAships are integrated into the research programs of one or more professors from funding that is usually obtained through awarded research grants. GRAships support students in research that contributes to the student’s program of study and usually results in a thesis or major project. GRAships are paid periodically throughout the year and there is no hourly rate or any set value.

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externAl AwArdsExternal awards can provide substantial support to full-time graduate students. If you are a high-achieving student, you are strongly encouraged to apply to both provincial and federal granting agencies for graduate scholarships. If you are an international student, you are encouraged to apply to any applicable awards below as well as granting agencies in your home country. Some major external awards include, but are not limited to, the following:

domesTic sTudenTs

Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) scholarshipscihr-irsc.gc.ca

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) scholarships and fellowshipsnserc-crsng.gc.ca

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) scholarshipssshrc.ca

inTernaTional sTudenTs

Ontario Trillium Scholarships (OTS) programgradstudies. uoit.ca/funding

domesTic and inTernaTional sTudenTs

Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS)gradstudies. uoit.ca

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (Vanier CGS) programvanier.gc.ca

other sources of fundingBursaries

Students who are experiencing financial difficulties face unexpected and significant challenges, which affect not only their academic progress but also their ability to remain in school. Full-time graduate students can complete an online student financial profile to be considered for financial assistance. Students may be approved for several types of financial support through this application process.

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see The diFFerence Funding makes UOIT’s funding packages can help offset the cost of your tuition and fees each year. Depending on your program of choice, you may even have extra dollars to help pay for accommodations, food, books and other expenses. Take a look at the numbers to see the impact:

domesTic sTudenTsma and mhsc1

msc and masc phd

Full-time tuition $8,093 $8,1722 $8,1723

compulsory fees $1,092 $1,092 $1,092

health and dental insurance $194 $194 $194

u-pass $253 $253 $253

Balance owing4 $9,632 $9,711 $9,711

minus minimum funding $9,000 $16,000 $18,000

Balance owing aFTer deducTing Funding $632 -$6,289 -$8,289

inTernaTional sTudenTsma and mhsc1

msc and masc phd

Full-time tuition $17,021 $17,5212 $17,5213

compulsory fees $1,092 $1,092 $1,092

health and dental insurance $194 $194 $194

u-pass $253 $253 $253

uhip $684 $684 $684

Balance owing4 $19,244 $19,744 $19,744

minus minimum funding $9,000 $16,000 $18,000

Balance owing aFTer deducTing Funding $10,244 $3,744 $1,744

note: The amounts listed above are based on tuition, fees and funding packages for the 2013-2014 academic year. Minimum funding packages are only offered to full-time students in research-based programs. Visit gradstudies. uoit.ca/funding for more information. 1 Does not include the MA in Education.2 This amount is an average tuition cost between the MSc and MASc

programs.

3 This amount is an average tuition cost between the PhD programs in Arts and Sciences and those in Engineering.

4 This amount is an approximate total for one academic year only. This approximation does not include food, accommodations, books and other miscellaneous expenses.

TuiTion and FeesdomesTic TuiTion and Fees

research programs

professional programs

Full-time tuition1 $8,093 to $8,252

$5,501 to $23,838

compulsory fees $1,092 $1,092

health and dental insurance $194 $194

u-pass2 $253 $253

ToTal$9,632 to $9,791

$7,040 to $25,377

1 The amounts listed are an approximation of annual full-time tuition fees based on the 2013-2014 academic year. Tuition and fees for the 2014-2015 academic year may vary from these amounts. A full breakdown of fees is available at gradstudies.uoit.ca.

2 Full-time graduate students in the MA in Education, MEd and Graduate Diploma in Education and Digital Technologies are exempt from the U-Pass fees.

inTernaTional TuiTion and Fees

research programs

professional programs

Full-time tuition1 $17,021 to $18,022

$19,376 to $40,767

compulsory fees $1,092 $1,092

health and dental insurance $194 $194

university health insurance plan (uhip)2 $684 $684

u-pass3 $253 $253

ToTal$19,244 to $20,245

$21,599 to $42,990

1 The amounts listed are an approximation of annual full-time tuition fees based on the 2013-2014 academic year. Tuition and fees for the 2014-2015 academic year may vary from these amounts. A full breakdown of fees is available at gradstudies.uoit.ca.

2 The UHIP fee, which is mandatory for international students, will be set by the insurer.

3 Full-time graduate students in the MA in Education and MEd programs are exempt from the U-Pass fees.

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inTernaTional sTudenTs You will find UOIT’s campus life is wonderfully enriched by a diverse student body. International students from all over the world are drawn to UOIT because of our real-world mix of the theoretical and practical, and our safe, friendly environment. Our diverse campus community offers wonderful opportunities to share ideas with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.

english lAnguAge proficiencyAll applicants are required to give evidence of their oral and written proficiency in English. This requirement may be satisfied with one of the following criteria:

• your mother tongue or first language is english.

• you have studied full-time for at least three years (or equivalent in part-time studies) in a university degree program where the language of instruction and examination was english, or you have completed a university degree program where the language of instruction and examination was english. uoiT may ask you to provide official verification of the aforementioned. please note: The minimum three-year requirement does not include full-time enrolment in english as a second language (esl) programs.

• you have successfully completed all levels of an approved esl program that has been designed for university preparation. information on whether a particular program is approved as satisfying the english proficiency requirement can be obtained from the office of graduate studies.

• you have achieved the required proficiency as listed below on one of the tests in english language acceptable to uoiT.

Below are the minimum recommended scores for English Language Proficiency (ELP) tests. Higher scores may be required by some programs. Scores by program are available on page 37; however, students are advised to consult the Graduate Studies website for the most current requirements for their program.

generAl requirements

ToeFl (iBT)83 To 87 (minimum sub-scores: Listening 20, Reading 20, Speaking 19, Writing 20)

ToeFl (paper-based) 560

ielTs* 6.5

melaB 85

cael 70 (with no sub-score below 60)

* UOIT Graduate Studies only accepts IELTS scores in the Academic testing format.

cultureworks eAp progrAmculture-works.comIf you meet all of the admission requirements with the exception of English language proficiency, you may enrol in the CultureWorks English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program, an English preparatory program for university-level studies offered at UOIT. Upon successful completion of all levels, students are eligible to proceed into a graduate degree program at UOIT.

required cAnAdiAn immigrAtion documentAtion If you are an international student planning to study in Canada, you will need a valid study permit. Processing time for applications varies so you should ensure you apply at least six months prior to the start date of your program. Some international students may also require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) in addition to the study permit. Visit uoit.ca/immigrationinfo for more information on the documents required to enter and study in Canada.

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join us – apply Today After you have explored UOIT’s graduate programs, there are six steps you must go through to complete the application process.

step 1: review Admission requirementsTo be eligible for admission to any graduate degree or diploma program at UOIT, you must meet the following minimum requirements:

masTer’s programs:

• hold a four-year honours degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution in the same area of graduate study or a closely related subject.

• overall academic standing of at least a B average (gpa: 3.0 on a 4.3 scale or 73 to 76 per cent), with a minimum B average in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work or equivalent.

phd programs:

• completion of a research project or thesis-based master’s level degree from a recognized institution in the same area of graduate study or a closely related subject.

• a minimum B+ average (gpa: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent).

graduaTe diplomas:

• hold a four-year honours degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution in the area of graduate study or a closely related subject.

• a minimum B-minus average (gpa: 2.7 on a 4.3 scale or 70 to 72 per cent).

please noTe:• The above requirements are the minimum required for entry into graduate

studies at UOIT. Some faculties may have additional requirements for entry into a specific program. Program-specific requirements are available in the admission summary chart on page 36; however, students are advised to consult the Graduate Studies website for the most current requirements for their program.

• Non-standard applicants who do not meet the above requirements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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step 2: check ApplicAtion deAdlines

sTarT daTeFirsT consideraTion deadline – all applicanTs

September start February 1

January start May 1

May start October 15

please noTe:• Application deadlines are subject to change. Please visit

gradstudies.uoit.ca for the most up-to-date deadlines.

• Not all programs have the intakes listed above. Individual program intakes are available in the admission summary chart on page 36; however, students are advised to consult the Graduate Studies website for the most current information.

step 3: prepAre your ApplicAtion At this stage of the application process, you should find a supervisor (if applicable), complete any necessary tests or exams (English proficiency tests, Graduate Management Admission Test [GMAT], etc.), contact your referees and gather all of the required documentation necessary to complete your application.

checklisT oF reQuired documenTs¹:

• a minimum of two letters of recommendation²

• english proficiency exam scores (if applicable)

• one official or certified copy (certified by the institution) of each previous undergraduate and graduate transcript

• a one- to two-page statement of academic intent

• a photocopy of your degree parchment(s)

• if required, program-specific documentation³

1 Please consult the Graduate Studies website for specific details and guidelines related to the required components of the application.

2 Customized referee forms are available for download through the online application.

3 For the most up-to-date program-specific documentation requirements, please visit gradstudies.uoit.ca.

step 4: Apply online gradstudies. uoit.ca/applynowOnce you have gathered the components listed for your application, you can proceed to the online application. You will need approximately one hour and access to a printer to complete this step. Before you submit your application, you will be required to pay a non-refundable application fee of C$100 per program.

step 5: send your documents To complete the application process, you must send all required additional documentation to the Office of Graduate Studies by the deadlines listed in Step 2.

Visit gradstudies.uoit.ca for additional guidelines for submitting documentation.

step 6: check your ApplicAtion stAtus online After you have completed your application and have received confirmation that it has been submitted successfully, you will receive a PIN and password that will allow you to login to the Applicant Portal to check the status of your application.

The Applicant Portal will allow you to do the following:

• review documents that the university has received

• determine which documents may be outstanding

• see the status of your application

• review any decisions that have been made

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program degree program opTions sTarT daTesminimum overall average reQuired*

ToeFl (paper-Based)

ToeFl (iBT)** ielTs melaB caelminimum leTTers oF recommendaTion

addiTional reQuiremenTs ****

applied Bioscience master of science Full-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 1

doctor of philosophy Full-time september, january or may B+ 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

automotive engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

master of engineering Full-time or part-time september or january B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Business administration master of Business administration Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 2

computer science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two


criminology master of arts Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 3

education master of arts Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

master of education Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

education and digital Technologies graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

electrical and computer engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two


doctor of philosophy Full-time or part-time september, january or may B+ 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

engineering management master of engineering management Full-time or part-time september or january B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Forensic psychology*** master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 5

doctor of philosophy Full-time september a- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 6

doctor of philosophy (direct entry) Full-time september a- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 7

health sciences master of health sciences Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 8

information Technology security master of information Technology security Full-time or part-time september or january B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 9

materials science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 10

doctor of philosophy Full-time september B+ 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 11

mBa-miTsmaster of Business administration and master of information Technology security

Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 12

mechanical engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two



modelling and computational science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 13


nuclear design engineering graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september or january B- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

nuclear engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 14

master of engineering Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

doctor of philosophy Full-time or part-time september, january or may B+ 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 11

nuclear Technology graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

admission summary charT

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program degree program opTions sTarT daTesminimum overall average reQuired*

ToeFl (paper-Based)

ToeFl (iBT)** ielTs melaB caelminimum leTTers oF recommendaTion

addiTional reQuiremenTs ****

applied Bioscience master of science Full-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 1


automotive engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two


Business administration master of Business administration Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 2

computer science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two


criminology master of arts Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 3

education master of arts Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

master of education Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

education and digital Technologies graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 4

electrical and computer engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two



engineering management master of engineering management Full-time or part-time september or january B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Forensic psychology*** master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 5

doctor of philosophy Full-time september a- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 6

doctor of philosophy (direct entry) Full-time september a- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 7

health sciences master of health sciences Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 8

information Technology security master of information Technology security Full-time or part-time september or january B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 9

materials science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 10


mBa-miTsmaster of Business administration and master of information Technology security

Full-time or part-time september B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 12

mechanical engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two



modelling and computational science master of science Full-time september B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 13


nuclear design engineering graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september or january B- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

nuclear engineering master of applied science Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 14

master of engineering Full-time or part-time september, january or may B 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

doctor of philosophy Full-time or part-time september, january or may B+ 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 11

nuclear Technology graduate diploma Full-time or part-time september, january or may B- 560 83 to 87 6.5 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

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Admission summAry chArt notes * Unless noted otherwise, students applying to a master’s program at UOIT

are also required to have at least a B average (GPA: 3.0 on a 4.3 scale or 73 to 76 per cent) in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work or equivalent.

** Minimum sub-scores: Listening 20; Reading: 20; Speaking: 19; and Writing: 20.

*** At time of printing, this program was pending approval. Please note that any of the information listed may change upon approval of the program.

AdditionAl requirements explAnAtions1. In their statement of academic intent, students should include the type(s)

of course(s) they feel they are suitable to teach as teaching assistants. It is recommended that students contact a potential supervisor and/or the graduate program director before formally applying.

2. A minimum Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score of 550 is required. Applicants may also submit a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score. Minimum scores for the GRE are as follows:

• GRE Revised General Test: a minimum score of 316, with no less than 150 on the Verbal Reasoning Test and 155 on the Quantitative Reasoning Test.

• GRE General Test: a minimum score of 1140, with no less than 470 on the Verbal Reasoning Test and 530 on the Quantitative Reasoning Test.

The GMAT/GRE requirement may be waived for four-year honours degree graduates with an average of A-minus in the last two years of their degree or for honours business degree graduates with a B+ average in the last two years of their degree. Applicants should submit a resumé and explain their background, reasons for pursuing a MBA and career goals within their statement of academic intent. A minimum two years of work experience or equivalent is required for the 16-month full-time program and its part-time equivalent. Applicants with less than two years of work experience may be considered for the integrated work placement option.

Applicants must also have a minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent) in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work (or equivalent).

3. Applicants are expected to have graduated with a social science degree that has provided them with a sound understanding of social science methodologies and a basic understanding of criminological theories. Applicants should also submit a curriculum vitae including their education, employment, teaching and research experience and publications (if any) and a sample of scholarly writing from a previous undergraduate course (up to 20 pages, double-spaced and one-sided documents only). At least two of the three letters of recommendation should be from faculty members from a previous degree-conferring program.

4. Applicants should hold a four-year honours degree from a Canadian university or a three-year university degree plus a Bachelor of Education degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution. Please note: an admission interview may be required for MA and MEd applicants.

5. Applicants are expected to have graduated with a four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in Psychology or a related field (e.g., Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology). Applicants should also submit a curriculum vitae including their education, employment, teaching and research experience and publications (if any), GRE scores from the General Test and Psychology Subject Test, and a sample of their thesis. An assignment or published work (with the applicant as first author) will suffice if a thesis has not been completed. Completion of a four-year honours thesis is preferred but not required. Applicants must also have a minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent) in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate study.

6. Applicants are expected to have completed the UOIT MSc program in Forensic Psychology or an equivalent research project or thesis-based MA/MSc program (e.g., Experimental Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology). Applicants should also submit a curriculum vitae including their education, employment, teaching and research experience and publications (if any), GRE scores from the General Test and Psychology Subject Test, and a sample of their thesis. An assignment or published work (with the applicant as first author) will suffice if a thesis has not been completed.

7. Applicants are expected to have graduated with a four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in Psychology or a related field (e.g., Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biology, Criminology). Applicants should also submit a curriculum vitae including their education, employment, teaching and research experience and publications (if any), GRE scores from the General Test and Psychology Subject Test, and a sample of their thesis. An assignment or published work (with the applicant as first author) will suffice if a thesis has not been completed. Completion of a four-year honours thesis is preferred but not required. Applicants must also have a minimum A-minus average (GPA: 3.7 on a 4.3 scale) in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate study.

8. Applicants should have undergraduate preparation in research methods in either quantitative or qualitative analysis. This should include experience and training in statistics. Applicants planning to study in the field of Health Informatics should also have training or experience with computing or information technology within the health-care or related domain. To assist with the assessment of the application, applicants should submit detailed descriptions of any completed courses in these areas. Course descriptions should be copied from the university’s academic calendar. Applicants planning to study in the field of Kinesiology will be expected to have an honours undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, or a related field. Experience in the areas of health promotion and health care is an asset.

9. Applicants are required to have successfully completed at least one course in advanced programming (e.g., Java/C/C++/C#) and advanced mathematics (e.g., linear algebra, calculus, number theory, etc.), and at least one course or proven work experience in operating systems (Windows and/or Unix or Linux). To assist with the assessment of the application, applicants should submit detailed descriptions of any completed courses in these areas. Course descriptions should be copied from the university’s academic calendar. Applicants should also submit a portfolio indicating relevant work experience and skills in information technology. Work experience in IT-related jobs is preferred.

10. It is recommended that students contact a potential supervisor and/or the graduate program director before formally applying.

11. Prior to being accepted into the program, PhD applicants must be accepted by a professor who specializes in the applicant’s desired area of research and who is willing to act as a supervisor.

12. Applicants to the MBA-MITS must meet the individual admission requirements for both the MBA and MITS programs.

13. At a minimum, applicants must be acquainted with basic numerical methods, linear algebra, differential equations and possess some computing skills. To assist with the assessment of the application, applicants should submit detailed descriptions of any completed courses in these areas. Course descriptions should be copied from the university’s academic calendar. Students should also contact a potential supervisor and/or the graduate program director before formally applying.

14. A B+ average is preferred for MASc applicants.

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