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About transfer programs ontariotechu.ca/transfer

Our programs allow you to transfer the credits you’ve earned in a college* diploma or certificate toward a relevant undergraduate degree.

We offer college graduates the following transfer opportunities:

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Apply for all undergraduate programs through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) website, ouac.on.ca.

JANUARY Friday, January 29 Deadline to submit completed application for early deadline programs. For a full list of early deadline programs visit ontariotechu.ca/ctudeadlines.

FEBRUARY BRIDGE A prescribed set of our foundational courses that leads to qualification for entry into an upper year of a degree program.

ADVANCED ENTRY Successful applicants receive a predetermined number of transfer credits for their college diploma. They immediately enter into an upper year of a degree program.

Career-connected learning All of our undergraduate programs offer some form of hands-on learning and experiential learning opportunities, allowing you to apply your education and skills to the industry.

Find out what options your college-to-university program offers by visiting ontariotechu.ca/experiential-learning.

Monday, February 8 Document submission deadline for early deadline programs.

MARCH Wednesday, March 31 Deadline to submit completed application and supplementary documents for regular deadline programs for equal consideration.

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OSAP

Monday, May 3

OSAP provides financial assistance for those who qualify. There are full-time and part-time government loan programs.

JUNE Tuesday, June 1

Friday, June 4 Deadline to submit non-refundable tuition deposit.

IN-COURSE SCHOL ARSHIPS

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To recognize your academic achievements during your undergraduate degree, we offer scholarships based on your grades in the previous academic year:

$1,500

4.0 GPA or higher

$1,000

3.7 to 3.99 GPA

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“I chose Ontario Tech University because the direct-transfer pathway made it easy to continue my education, with a seamless credit transfer process. For students passionate about pursuing their interests, there are so many opportunities to turn those interests into meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.”

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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication and Digital Media Studies, class of 2026

connect@ontariotechu.ca COLLEGE-TO-UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PROGRAMS 2027-2028

Must be completed at a public Ontario college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002.

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Admission requirements

EDUCATIONAL STUDIES - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)

For more information on important dates and academic requirements, visit ontariotechu.ca/admissions.

COMMERCE - BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (BCOM) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DBR

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BCom degree in recognition of your prior credential.

You may have the opportunity to enter directly into the major that aligns the closest with your college program of study, or enter the Comprehensive program.

An Ontario college Business Administration advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum mid-70s average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

The full list of eligible programs is available at ontariotechu.ca/commercemajors.

Program type: Bridge Start term: May or September* Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Five semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DBB

Once you complete five bridge courses with a minimum C grade in each, you’ll receive 15 courses toward a 40-course BCom degree, in recognition of your prior credential.

You’ll enter the Comprehensive program.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum mid-70s average.

A September start in this program may cause you to go off track from your program map. For more information, contact your Academic Advisor at ontariotechu.ca/advising. *

COMPUTER SCIENCE - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSC) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DSC

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BSc degree in Computer Science in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) in Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Programmer Analyst or Computer Programming and Analysis with a minimum mid-70s average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

NETWORKING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY - BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BIT) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DIN

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BIT degree in Networking and Information Technology Security, in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) in Computer Systems Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, or a related program, with a minimum mid-70s average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

FACILITATING ADULT LEARNING WITH TECHNOLOGY (UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA) Program type: Undergraduate diploma Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Two semesters (full-time) Delivery method: Online OUAC code: DOD

You’ll receive direct entry into a six-course undergraduate diploma.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum low-70s average.

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC codes: DPK (Comprehensive), DPL (Aging and Learning in an Era of Technology), DPM (Developmental Science and Learning), DPN (Inclusive Educational Studies), DPQ (Learning Sciences and Technology), DPR (Mental Health and Special Education)

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Educational Psychology in recognition of your prior credential.

A public Ontario college diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: January; May; September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) Delivery method: Online

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Educational Studies in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum low-70s average.

OUAC codes: DSV (Comprehensive), DEG (Digital Technologies), DEL (Early Childhood Studies), DED (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion), DET (Special Education), DEF (Adult Learning with Technology)

Once you have completed the bridge courses with a minimum C grade in each course, you will proceed into the four-year Manufacturing Engineering program. In recognition of your diploma, you’ll receive 13 courses toward a 40-course BEng degree in Manufacturing Engineering.

An Ontario college advanced diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Advanced* with a minimum mid-70s average.

ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES - BACHELOR OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (BAHSC) Program type: Bridge Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Five semesters or two years (full-time) Delivery method: Online OUAC code: DHA

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)

Massage Therapy

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DPA

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time Length: Four semesters OUAC code: DKM

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BHSc degree in Kinesiology in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma in Massage Therapy with a minimum mid70s average. It is recommended for students to have completed Biology (SBI4U) or a post-secondary equivalent.

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Forensic Psychology in recognition of your prior credential.

Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING - BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) (BENG) Program type: Bridge Start term: September Program load: Full-time Length: Six semesters OUAC code: DMF

KINESIOLOGY - BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (BHSC) (CONTINUED)

Once you complete the bridge courses with a minimum C+ grade in each, you’ll receive 19 courses toward a 40-course BAHSc degree in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum low-70s average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time Length: Six semesters OUAC code: DKO

You’ll receive 10 courses toward a 40-course BHSc degree in Kinesiology in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant with a minimum mid-70s average.

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Six semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DHQ

In recognition of your diploma, you will receive 11 courses toward your 40-course BScN degree.

An approved Ontario college Practical Nursing diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum mid-80s average.

In addition, you must hold a current certificate of competence with no restrictions from the College of Nurses of Ontario.

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSC) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DSX

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BSc degree in Biological Science, in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) in Biotechnology – Advanced or Biotechnology Technologist with a minimum mid‑70s average.

COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL MEDIA STUDIES - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)

KINESIOLOGY - BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (BHSC) Fitness and Health Promotion Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time Length: Six semesters OUAC code: DKD

You’ll receive 11 courses toward a 40-course BHSc degree in Kinesiology in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma (or equivalent) in Fitness and Health Promotion with a minimum low-70s average.

It is recommended for students to have completed Biology (SBI4U) or a post-secondary equivalent.

Program type: Bridge Start term: May Program load: Full-time Length: Five semesters OUAC code: DKB

The following bridging courses must be completed in the Spring/ Summer semester with a minimum C+ grade in each. Completion of these courses and achieving the minimum grades will allow students to proceed into the BHSc Kinesiology program in the Fall semester.

An Ontario College Diploma from Durham College in Fitness and Health Promotion with a minimum mid-70s average. It is recommended for students to have completed Biology (SBI4U) or a post-secondary equivalent.

HLSC 1201U - Human Anatomy and Physiology II, KINE 2002U - Fitness and Health Promotion Bridge One elective (One of: Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Social Science (SSCI, SOCI, COMM) or LEAP 1001.)

In recognition of your diploma, you will receive 17 courses toward your 40-course BHSc degree.

Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DDD

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Communication and Digital Media Studies in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DAC

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Criminology and Justice in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average in one of: Child and Youth Care; Community and Justice Services; Customs Border Services; Police Foundations; Protection, Security and Investigation.

OR A graduate certificate in Youth Corrections and Interventions or Victim Justice and Interventions presented concurrently with an Ontario college diploma, or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average in one of: Court and Tribunal Agent, Law Clerk or Paralegal.

Behavioural Sciences; Child and Youth Care; Community and Justice Services; Police Foundations; Protection, Security and Investigation or Social Service Worker.

OR Behavioural Science Technician (Durham College and George Brown College).

OR Social Service Worker - Immigrants and Refugees (Seneca College).

LEGAL STUDIES - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry

NURSING - POST-RPN - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSCN)

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average in one of:

Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DAE

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Legal Studies in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.

For a detailed list of approved programs, visit ontariotechu.ca/pathways.

ARTS - GENERAL - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DLY

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Arts - General in recognition of your prior credential.

A public Ontario college diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.

POLITICAL SCIENCE - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DPO

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Political Science in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average in one of: Behavioural Sciences; Child and Youth Care; Developmental Services Worker; Environmental Technology; Paralegal; Police Foundations; Protection, Security and Investigation; Social Service Worker.

PSYCHOLOGY - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DAY

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Psychology in recognition of your prior credential.

An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum mid-70s average.

SOCIOLOGY, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION - BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) Program type: Advanced entry Start term: September Program load: Full-time or part-time Length: Four semesters (full-time) OUAC code: DLZ

You’ll receive 20 courses toward a 40-course BA degree in Sociology, Technology and Innovation in recognition of your prior credential.

A public Ontario college diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 70 per cent average.