Science Foundations (Cert)

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Degree

Certificate (Cert)

Department

Interdisciplinary

Faculty

Faculty of Arts & Science

Duration

1 year

Primary campus

Sir George Williams (SGW)

Start term

Fall, Winter

Why study Science Foundations?

The Certificate in Science Foundations is a non-degree program that caters to students who wish to develop the necessary background for further study in undergraduate degree programs in Science. It also may be of interest to students whose preference is to follow a shorter program of study or who wish to update their knowledge or learn important basics of science.

Program highlights

                Build your confidence and academic experience before applying to a science degree program

Program structure

Program option

Certificate in Science Foundations (30 credits)

The certificate requires successful completion of 30 credits. At least 24 of these credits must be chosen from courses offered by three departments in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Students may transfer into the certificate program up to 12 credits earned in an incomplete degree or certificate program or as an Independent student, provided they are students in good standing. The credits that may be so transferred are determined by the University at the point of entry into the program. Students who are admitted to the Certificate in Science Foundations, and who wish to continue in a degree program, should apply for admission to their program within the first 30 credits.

30    Certificate in Science Foundations
3      BIOL 201³
6      CHEM 205³, CHEM 206³
9      MATH 203³, MATH 204³, MATH 205³
12    PHYS 204³, PHYS 205³, PHYS 206³, PHYS 224¹, PHYS 2251¹, PHYS 226¹

NOTE: In the event that a student is awarded an exemption from a required course, it will be necessary for the student to replace that course with another relevant to the program, chosen from this list or in consultation with an academic advisor.
BIOL 225³, BIOL 226³, CHEM 221³, CHEM 222³, CHEM 271³, GEOG 260³, GEOL 210³, MAST 217³, MAST 218³, MAST 221³, MAST 234³, PHYS 232³, PHYS 252³, PHYS 253³

See the full degree requirements in the Undergraduate Calendar

Courses

See the complete list of current courses in the Undergraduate Calendar

United States students: A U.S. Federal Student Aid-eligible version of this program is offered. This version meets all U.S. regulations (such as no co-operative education or e-courses) for eligible programs.

Get the full details about U.S. loan eligibility and requirements

Admission criteria

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

Quebec CEGEP: DEC
- Additional information for CEGEP applicants
High School: C+
- ACT or SAT is NOT required
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
Baccalauréat français: 11
British system of education (GCE):
- A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
- AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
- BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
- Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
University Transfers (internal/external): C

You must meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

Application deadlines

It’s not too late to apply

Some undergraduate programs are still accepting applications for fall 2024.

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FALL TERM

March 1 is the deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

WINTER

November 1 is the deadline to apply for winter term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by September 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.

Not all programs are available for winter term entry. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.

We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.

After your degree

Thanks to Concordia's emphasis on taking an interdisciplinary approach to your field of study, you'll graduate with a depth of knowledge informed by an understanding of how your subject connects to the wider world. You'll be ideally positioned to succeed in a professional role that demands rigorous analytical thinking, sharp communication skills and the ability to approach problem-solving from multiple dimensions.

Learn more about career options with your degree

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