Multidisciplinary Studies in Science (Minor)
Why choose Multidisciplinary Studies in Science?
The Science College offers highly motivated students in any of the sciences a multidisciplinary program that prepares you for a life of scientific thought and research. In this program — while majoring in your own discipline — you also participate in scientific research projects in each of your three undergraduate years. You’ll take courses that highlight the interrelated nature of the sciences, and you and other Science College students will wrestle with scientific problems, talk with professors and propose new ideas for discussion. This is a challenging program. Usually, Science College students appear as co-authors on papers based on their research.
- Minor in Multidisciplinary Studies in Science (24–30 credits)
This minor is only available to students enrolled in the following programs (Specialization, Honours or Major):
- Biology
- Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Computer Science
- Physics
- Psychology (BSc or BA in Cognitive Science)
- Mathematics and Statistics (excluding Actuarial Mathematics)
- Exercise Science
Students in the College must obtain a minimum grade of “B-” in all courses of their major, specialization or honours program and in all courses offered by the College. Please note that some courses may be repeated twice for credit in this program, provided the subject matter is different each time.
Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements
- Quebec CEGEP: 28
- Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 and Linear Algebra – Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism and Wave, Optics and Modern Physics – General Chemistry and Chemistry of Solutions – General Biology OR Natural Science DEC OR DEC intégré en sciences, lettres et arts.
- Additional information for CEGEP applicants
- High School: B+ overall, A- in math / sciences
- Completed courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- One math from Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or equivalent
- Two sciences (from Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
- ACT or SAT is NOT required
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
- Completed courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 31 overall, 5 math, 6 science
- one math (Applications and Interpretations HL, Analysis and Approaches HL or Analysis and Approaches SL)
- one science (Physics, Chemistry or Biology, either SL or HL)
- Baccalauréat français: 14 overall, 15 in math / science
- Première: Spécialité mathématiques AND Spécialité physique-chimie
Terminale: Spécialité mathématiques (also accepted, Spécialité Physique-Chimie AND Mathématiques Complémentaires)
- Première: Spécialité mathématiques AND Spécialité physique-chimie
- British system of education (GCE):
- A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD, C in math, D in science 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
- Students without math or science A-levels may be admissible based on AS-level or iGCSE/GCSE/O-Level exam results. Students should include all their exam results from iGCSE (or equivalent) onwards to support their application.
- Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
- University Transfers (internal/external): B+ overall, B+ in math / sciences
- Completed courses in the disciplines of Calculus, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Additional requirements for admission
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.
We consider complete applications year round and we give priority to applicants who apply by official deadlines. Late applications will be considered if places are still available.
| Fall term deadline: | |
|---|---|
| Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
March 1 |
| International Students | February 1 |
| Winter term deadline: | |
| Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
November 1 |
| International students | September 1 |
We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.
The Minor in Multidisciplinary Studies in Science, consists of 30 of the 90 credits normally required for a BSc degree. These courses have been developed specifically for the College with the intention of providing a unique, integrated program of education in science. In addition to completing the core curriculum, students are responsible for satisfying their particular degree requirements by completing a departmental Honours, Specialization, or Major program leading to a BSc or BA (Psychology-cognitive science).
Please consult the undergraduate calendar for a complete list of courses and program requirements.