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SchoolUniversity of Waterloo
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 34,550
Full-time Graduate: 4,783
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length5 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80% to 83%
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Earth and Space Science  or  Grade12 Physics 
Prerequisites Notes
  • A minimum final grade of 70% is required in the English and math classes.
  • Ontario students need six Grade 12 U and/or M courses.
Cost
National: $8,000
International: $44,000
Scholarships
DescriptionIf you enjoy biology and physics and want a career in medical technology or health research, Life Physics at Waterloo is for you. Run by the Department of Physics and Astronomy - one of the largest and most innovative physics departments in Canada - this flexible and interdisciplinary program is based on a solid foundation of physics, chemistry, and biology.

Through Waterloo's co-op program, you'll earn money, have access to North America's largest selection of co-op jobs, and graduate with up to 2 years of valuable work experience.
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