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Welcome from the deanThe 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 graduate 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, the UOIT graduate studies experience 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 experience 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 www.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 of Graduate Studies

GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT UOIT

Applied Bioscience 17

Automotive Engineering 12

Business Administration 8

Computer Science 9

Criminology 19

Education 11

Education and Digital Technologies 11

Electrical and Computer Engineering 13

Engineering Management 13

Health Sciences 16

Information Technology Security 10

Materials Science 17

Mechanical Engineering 14

Modelling and Computational Science 18

Nuclear Engineering 15

Nuclear Technology 15

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“UOIT provides its students with one-of-a-kind facilities and top-notch research prospects. I am currently focused on wind power development. There is no better place to participate in modern, cutting-edge research than UOIT, home of ACE and one of the largest and most advanced wind tunnels in the world.”

Ofelia Jianu, PhD in Mechanical Engineering, class of 2013

“I chose UOIT for graduate studies for two reasons: the exponentially growing reputation of the university over a short time span and the state-of-the-art facilities available for teaching and learning. Once I got to UOIT, I knew I had made the right decision. The faculty members and staff are always at hand to assist, the class sizes are small (student to professor ratio), the university community is of diverse cultural backgrounds and filled with award-winning professors because they are best in their chosen fields.”

David Babalola, Master of Science in Modelling and Computational Science, class of 2012

“The main reason I chose UOIT was because I was interested in the fresher approach to higher education I felt would be afforded in a new establishment. I have not been disappointed. My graduate experience has been really invigorating, so much so that I have successfully transferred into the PhD program. The young and eclectic academics that include professors and the student body are very enthusiastic and innovative in their approach to science.”

Padmaja Shastri, PhD in Applied Bioscience, class of 2014

Take your education

to the next level

UOIT offers more than 20 graduate programs that are both innovative and market-driven. While studying at UOIT, you will follow a modern curriculum designed to prepare you with the skills and experience you need to impact society.

To help prepare you for your future career, you will:

• Have access to state-of-the-art research and computing facilities that house the most advanced and current technology;

• Be mentored by award-winning faculty, including globally experienced academic and industry leaders;

• Have the opportunity to collaborate, in some programs, with UOIT’s industrial and community partners to turn innovative ideas into real-world solutions; and

• Engage in leading-edge research that impacts society by addressing issues of regional, national and global importance.

We 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 program completion options such as research projects, theses or if you prefer, a course-based program. We have designed our programs with you in mind.

As a graduate student, you will also be a valued member of a friendly, supportive and diverse community. With a graduate student population of a little more than 400 students, you will never feel like a number. You will enjoy small classes and an intimate learning atmosphere to help optimize your intellectual development and provide you with the opportunity to network and build lasting relationships with instructors, staff and fellow classmates.

But don’t take our word for it – see why our current students chose UOIT.

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Computing and Information TechnologyBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY

Degree: MBA and MITS (combined program)

Approximate length:

20 months, based on full-time study

Program format:

Courses with integrated capstone research project

For more information:

T: 905.721.8668 ext. 2830 F: 905.721.3167 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mba_mits

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Degrees:• Master of Science (MSc); and• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Fields:

• Digital Media;• Information Science;• Networks and IT Security; and• Software Design.

Approximate length:

MSc: 24 months, based on full-time study PhD: 48 months, based on full-time study

Program format:

MSc: Courses with a research thesis PhD: Courses with a PhD thesis

Sample research areas:

• Artificial intelligence;• Computer graphics;• Computer vision;• Digital media;• Distributed computing;• Health informatics;• Network design;• Network security;• Robotics;• Software engineering;• Ubiquitous computing; and• Virtual reality.


T: 905.721.3050 F: 905.721.3304 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/computerscience www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/computersciencephd

BusinessBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Fields:

• Finance;• International Business;• Logistics and Supply Chain

Management; • Marketing; and• Technology Management.

Approximate length:

16 months, based on full-time study, for students with a minimum of two years work experience. 24 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


T: 905.721.8668 ext. 2830 F: 905.721.3167 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mba

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EducationEDUCATION

Degrees:

• Master of Arts in Education (MA); and• Master of Education (MEd).Note: UOIT Principal Qualification Program (PQP) courses may count toward the MEd degree.

Field: Education and Digital Technologies

Approximate length:

12 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

Program delivery:

Online

For more information on the MA and/or MEd:

T: 905.721.8668 ext. 3762 F: 905.721.1707 E: [email protected]

For more information on PQP credits and the MEd:

T: 905.721.8668 ext. 2892 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/maeducation www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/med

EDUCATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES (GRADUATE DIPLOMA)

Diploma:Graduate diploma in Education and Digital Technologies

Approximate length:

Four to eight months, based on full-time study

Program format:

Course-based

Program delivery:

Online


T: 905.721.8668 ext. 3762 F: 905.721.1707 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/educationdiploma

Muzi Li, Master of Education, class of 2011

Why I chose UOIT: I chose UOIT for several reasons: great student services, friendly faculty and learning environment, and highly applied technology in class.

What I liked best about my program: Professors in my program were not only friendly and committed to the job, but also highly motivated in their work. They offered great brainstorming ideas of how technology applications can be used in education. In addition, they treat you equally and with great patience simply because they care about you. As an international student, this attracted me the most.

Graduate research project: The Effects of Computer Mediated Communication in English as a Second Language Learner’s Forgiven Language Anxiety

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY

Degree: Master of Information Technology Security (MITS)

Approximate length:


Program format:

Courses with an IT Security capstone project


T: 905.721.8668 ext. 2830 F: 905.721.3167 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mits

RELATED PROGRAMS

EDUCATION – FIELD IN EDUCATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

Please see page 11 for program details.

EDUCATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES (GRADUATE DIPLOMA)


ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING Please see page 13 for program details.

HEALTH SCIENCES – FIELD IN HEALTH INFORMATICS


MODELLING AND COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCE Please see page 18 for program details.

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ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Degrees:• Master of Applied Science (MASc);• Master of Engineering (MEng); and • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Fields:

PhD program:• Communications and Signal Processing;• Control Systems; and• Software Systems.

Approximate length:

MASc and MEng: 24 months, based on full-time study

PhD: 48 months, based on full-time study

Program format:

MASc: Courses with a MASc research thesis

MEng: Course-based or courses with a major project

PhD: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Computer network design and management;

• Control systems;• Cryptography and secure

communications;• Digital signal processing and

transmission systems;• Image processing;• Instrumentation;• Internet technologies;• Power systems and electronics;• Real-time and embedded computing; and• Wireless communications.


T: 905.721.3268 F: 905.721.3370 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/ece www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/ecephd

ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT

Degree: Master of Engineering Management

Approximate length:


Program format:

Course-based or 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;

and• Regulatory affairs and licensing.


T: 905.721.3268 F: 905.721.3370 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mengm

ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT (GRADUATE DIPLOMA)

Diploma:Graduate diploma in Engineering Management

Approximate length:

Eight months, based on full-time study

Program format:

Course-based


T: 905.721.3268 F: 905.721.3370 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/engmdiploma

EngineeringAUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

Degrees:• Master of Applied Science (MASc); and• Master of Engineering (MEng).

Approximate length:


Program format:

MASc: Courses with a research thesis MEng: Course-based or courses with a

major project


• Alternative fuels;• Automotive aerodynamics;• Automotive control systems;• Automotive electrical and software

systems;• Automotive materials and

manufacturing;• Automotive modelling, simulation,

optimization and design;• Chassis design;• Fuel cells and hydrogen;• Hybrid and electric vehicles;• Noise, vibrations and harshness; and• Vehicle dynamics.


T: 905.721.3268 F: 905.721.3370 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/automotive

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NUCLEAR ENGINEERING

Degrees:

• Master of Applied Science (MASc); • Master of Engineering (MEng); • Master of Engineering (MEng) – UNENE

administered program*; and• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Fields:

MASc and MEng:• Nuclear Power; and• Radiological and Health Physics. PhD:• Nuclear Power and Energy Applications;

and• Radiological and Health Physics.

Approximate length:



Program format:

MASc: Courses with a research thesis MEng: Course-based or courses with a

major projectPhD: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Health physics and radiation 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;• Power systems; and• Radioactive waste management.


T: 905.721.8668 ext. 5503 F: 905.721.3046 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/nuclear www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/nuclearphd

*Please visit www.unene.ca for UNENE program details.

NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY (GRADUATE DIPLOMA)

Diplomas offered:

• Fuel, Materials and Chemistry;• Health Physics;• Operation and Maintenance;• Radiological Applications;• Reactor Systems; and • Safety, Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

Approximate length:

Eight months, based on full-time study

Program format:

Course-based


T: 905.721.8668 ext. 5503 F: 905.721.3046 E: [email protected] www.gradstudies.uoit.ca/nucleardiplomas

Eugene Saltanov, PhD in Nuclear Engineering, class of 2013

Why I chose UOIT: UOIT offers a flexible study program. The professors in the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science are highly skilled and have profound industrial experience.

What I like best about my program: I like that I can choose what to study from a list of courses and that my research is clearly connected to industrial issues.

Current research: Sodium to carbon-dioxide heat exchanger

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Degrees:• Master of Applied Science (MASc);• Master of Engineering (MEng); and• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Fields:

MASc and MEng:• Design;• Energy and Thermofluids Engineering; and• Mechatronics and Manufacturing

Engineering.PhD:• Automotive Engineering;• Energy and Thermofluids Engineering; and• Mechatronics and Manufacturing

Engineering.

Approximate length:



Program format:

MASc: Courses with a MASc research thesisMEng: Course-based or courses with a

major projectPhD: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Automotive systems;• Dynamics, vibration and noise;• Energy systems, fluid mechanics and

heat transfer;• Engineering design;• Manufacturing and materials;• Mechanics of solids and structures; and• Robotics, mechatronics, automation and

controls.


T: 905.721.3268 F: 905.721.3370 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mechanical www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/mechanicalphd

Eda Cetinkaya, PhD in Mechanical Engineering, class of 2014

Why I chose UOIT: UOIT provides hands-on experience and hosts many different cultures with sincere hospitality.

What I like best about my program: I have the opportunity to work with an internationally well-known supervisor in the field of energy.

Current research: Heat transfer and thermodynamic analysis

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ScienceAPPLIED BIOSCIENCE


Fields:

• Biomolecular Science;• Ecosystem Health;• Forensic Bioscience; and• Human Health Biology.

Approximate length:


Program format:

MSc: Courses with a research thesis PhD: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Biochemistry;• Cell biology;• Chemical biology;• Ecology;• Environmental toxicology;• Forensic science;• Genomics;• Immunology;• Microbiology;• Molecular biology;• Organic chemistry;• Pharmacology; and• Pharmaceutical chemistry.


T: 905.721.3050 F: 905.721.3304 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/appliedbioscience www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/appliedbiosciencephd

COMPUTER SCIENCE (MSc, PhD)Please see page 9 for program details.

MATERIALS SCIENCE


Fields:

PhD program:• Biomaterials;• Materials Chemistry;• Materials Physics; and• Theoretical and Computational Materials

Science.

Approximate length:


Program format:

MSc: Courses with a research thesis PhD: 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; and• Supercritical fluids and materials.


T: 905.721.3050 F: 905.721.3304 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/matsci www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/matsciphd

Health SciencesHEALTH SCIENCES

Degree: Master of Health Sciences (MHSc)

Fields: • Community Health; • Health Informatics; and • Kinesiology.

Approximate length:


Program format:

Courses with a research thesis


• Barriers to full participation in physical activity;

• Chronic adaptive plasticity; • Chronic disease management; • Cloud computing in healthcare;• Exercise induced neural adaptations; • Health and wellness of vulnerable

populations;• Health professions and health policy;• HIV and other infectious diseases; • Knowledge discovery in healthcare;• Mental health and illness;• Mobility in healthcare;• Motor learning for injury prevention and

rehabilitation; • Real-time decision aids;• Role of exercise in promoting neural

function; • Security and reliability in healthcare; and • Spinal cord and the production of (non-)

rhythmic movements.


T: 905.721.3166 F: 905.721.3179 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/healthsciences

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Social Science and HumanitiesCRIMINOLOGY

Degree: Master of Arts (MA)

Fields:• Cybercrime; and • Inequality and Crime.

Approximate length:


Program format:

Coursework and an original thesis or 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; and• Youth crime.


T: 905.721.3234 F: 905.721.3372 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/criminology

PROGRAMS CURRENTLY UNDER DEVELOPMENTMaster of Arts in Communication

Christine Katherine Lubaszka, Master of Arts in Criminology, class of 2011

Why I chose UOIT: I chose UOIT for graduate studies primarily because of the impressive faculty and UOIT’s commitment to critical research.

What I like best about my program: Although there are many notable aspects of my program, I find the opportunity to work closely with scholars in my field to be extremely beneficial. The guidance and mentorship that I have received at UOIT is incredible and will definitely shape me to be an exceptional graduate student and future scholar. Furthermore, the opportunity to work as a teaching assistant has allowed me to gain vital teaching experience.

Current research: Serial homicide and violent crime

MODELLING AND COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCE


Fields:PhD program:• Computational Physical Sciences; and • Scientific Computing.

Approximate length:


Program format:

MSc: Course-based or courses with a research thesis

PhD: Courses with a PhD research thesis


• Computational science;• Computer science;• Control and reliability;• Dynamical systems;• Energy;• Materials science;• Mathematical modelling;• Nanoscience and technology;• Nuclear physics; and• Photonics.


T: 905.721.3050 F: 905.721.3304 E: [email protected] www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/modelling www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/modellingphd

Raquel Murray, Master of Science in Modelling and Computational Science, class of 2012

Why I chose UOIT: I chose UOIT for my master’s because I had the opportunity to continue research from my undergraduate degree that really interested me.

What I like best about my program: I find the professors are very helpful and knowledgeable. Often they will pull examples from their own research or problems they have worked on that are applicable to the courses they are teaching. Having professors that really push you and want you to learn is essential to being successful in a graduate program.

Current research: Blood stain pattern analysis for forensic physics

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RESEARCH FAST FACTS

Since welcoming our first students in 2003, UOIT has received research funding from industry, foundations and provincial and federal granting agencies in excess of $43 million.

UOIT has established numerous community and industrial partnerships including Ontario Power Generation, Durham Strategic Energy Alliance, Lakeridge Health Corporation, General Motors of Canada, Cameco Corporation, and IBM.

UOIT has been awarded nine prestigious Canada Research Chairs (four are in development), six industrial chairs including a SHARCNET chair.

At UOIT, academic researchers own the intellectual property they create. The university provides information and other support services if creators, including students, post-doctorate fellows and faculty, choose to assign their intellectual property to the university for commercialization. Since 2006, UOIT has had more than 80 invention disclosures, submitted more than 35 patent applications, four of which have been issued, entered into five license agreements and supported two spinoff companies.

ResearchIn just eight years, UOIT has moved from a start-up university to one of the most research-intensive universities in Canada.

This remarkable success was achieved by focusing on a select number of research areas where UOIT has carved

a niche. Most notably, UOIT has attracted five Canada Research Chairs (CRCs), with another four in development,

and six 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. By establishing strong partnerships with business and industry leaders, we’re able to 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:

• Applied Bioscience;• Automotive, Materials and Manufacturing;• Community and Social Wellness;• Information and Communication; and• Sustainable Energy.

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, Aquatic Toxicology Laboratory, psychology labs, Geoforensic Research Facility, Hacker Research Laboratory, Clean Energy Research Laboratory and the Educational Informatics Laboratory. In addition, UOIT will open the doors to the Energy Research Centre (ERC) in late 2011.

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CAMPUS CHILDCARE CENTREwww.uoit.ca/campuschildcare

If 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. Conveniently located near campus, 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.

CAMPUS HEALTH CENTRE www.uoit.ca/campushealthcentre

The Campus Health Centre features a full-service pharmacy and medical clinic that offers graduate students and their immediate family members extended hours of service, on-site doctors and nurses, on-site counselling and a variety of alternative health services, including massage therapy, physiotherapy, acupuncture, nutritional counselling and chiropractic and orthotic services. Also available for our students is the Sexual Health Resource Centre and Leave the Pack Behind, a volunteer health education group that advocates for improved campus smoking policies in an effort to protect individuals from second-hand smoke exposure and promotes health education and smoking cessation services.

CAMPUS RECREATIONwww.campusrecreationcentre.com

If you like to challenge your mind and your body, there are plenty of opportunities on campus for you to make fitness a part of your life. Our spectacular Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre (CRWC) offers you five gymnasiums, an indoor walking/jogging track, a fitness centre with state-of-the-art cardio and weight machines, group fitness/dance studios, modern change rooms with saunas and much more. We also offer a number of other recreation facilities to meet your diverse fitness needs such as squash courts, the Campus Tennis Centre, a year-round indoor golf driving facility and the Campus Ice Centre with two professional-sized ice pads.

CAMPUS SAFETYwww.uoit.ca/campussafety

Your safety and security on campus is our priority. The Office of Campus Safety, Public Safety and Security has implemented numerous strategies for your safety including uniformed security personnel who routinely patrol the north and downtown campus locations, 24-hour security presence at the Gordon Willey building’s main desk, code blue stations in all parking lots that provide direct contact to the security desk, and closed-circuit television cameras. The office also facilitates the Campus Walk program, which provides escorts to and from your car on campus. Security can be contacted at anytime via internal telephones, cellphones, and campus pay phones. Classroom telephones are also equipped with a pre-programmed emergency button.

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 CENTREwww.uoit.ca/arc

A home away from home for First Nation, Métis and Inuit students, the Aboriginal Resource Centre is available to ease students’ transition into and throughout their post-secondary journey. The centre offers a wide range of services designed to support students’ academic success and facilitate cultural connections.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTREwww.uoit.ca/academicsuccess

The Academic Success Centre provides academic services for graduate students in writing, English as a second language and study skills through consultations, thesis writing workshops, and online resources.

CAREER SERVICESwww.uoit.ca/studentexperience

The Student Experience Centre offers comprehensive career service assistance and a variety of valuable resources to help you develop your unique career path. The following services are available year-round:

• Assistance with resumé and cover letter writing;• Career advice;• Interview preparation;• Job market information; and• Job search strategies.

As a student you will also have access to a variety of events hosted on campus during the academic year including:

• Employer information and networking sessions;• Job fairs; and• Interviews conducted by leading employers.

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STUDENT EXPERIENCE CENTREwww.uoit.ca/studentexperience

The Student Experience Centre is committed to facilitating your transition and integration into the university community and to supporting your personal and career development throughout your time with us. Services and supports provided include:

• Career services;• Co-curricular Recognition Program;• Community relations;• Disability services (downtown Oshawa location);• Leadership program; and• Off-campus living.

UOIT INTERNATIONAL www.uoit.ca/international

UOIT International is committed to helping international students adjust to their new life on campus and ensure their UOIT 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, Canadian immigration support or 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.

CENTRE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESwww.uoit.ca/csd

The Centre for Students with Disabilities at the north Oshawa location and Disability Services at the downtown location ensure reasonable accommodations are available with every program and are committed to helping facilitate students’ success in their chosen field. These service areas work closely with students who are blind, have low vision, are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a physical, medical, psychiatric or learning disability.

DIVERSITY OFFICEwww.uoit.ca/diversity

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

GRADUATE STUDENT COUNCILwww.uoitgsc.ca

The 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 at Durham College and UOIT and coordinates a number of events for graduate students including the Graduate Student Research Conference, trivia nights and orientation activities.

IT SERVICESwww.itsc.uoit.ca

As a graduate student, you will receive a UOIT branded email account, access to the university’s campus network, wireless Internet access available from almost every building on campus, and some preferred software licensing. IT support is available to you seven days a week by phone, email or in person at the IT Service Desk.

LIBRARIESwww.uoit.ca/library

The UOIT libraries provide extensive print and digital information resources and services to assist you.

The libraries are located at:

• 2000 Simcoe Street North;• 11 Simcoe Street North for Faculty of Education

students; and• 61 Charles Street for Faculty of Social Science and

Humanities students.

Wireless connections, free interlibrary loan, streaming media, specialized training sessions and one-on-one consultations are available in each library. The library at the north Oshawa location includes a graduate student study zone on the fourth floor of the building. Lockers for graduate students are also available at this location.

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Housing

ON-CAMPUS HOUSINGwww.uoitrez.ca

UOIT has two beautiful residence buildings on campus that offer you convenience, comfort and a place for living and learning. Steps away from our classrooms, 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 RESIDENCESwww.lpcrentals.com/oshawa

These beautiful, new 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.

OFF-CAMPUS LIVING SERVICEwww.uoit.ca/studentexperience

The Student Experience Centre provides off-campus living resources, programming and assistance. Rental property listings, general housing information, help finding a roommate or arranging a sublet and advice are also available. The Off-campus Living Service offers a wealth of resources designed to promote a safe, neighbourly and successful community for all to enjoy.

Welcome to

Oshawa

Oshawa is in the heart of beautiful Durham Region, which offers a fantastic mix of urban and rural living. You will find a wide variety of attractions to suit all needs and tastes, all within minutes of campus:

• Quality shopping including big-box stores, flea markets, shopping malls and unique boutiques;

• A variety of casual and fine dining restaurants; • Museums, art galleries, concerts and festivals;• Expansive waterfront trails for cyclists, joggers, inline

skaters and nature lovers;• Great slopes for skiing and snowboarding;• Competitive recreational sports including cricket and

soccer; and• Numerous area golf courses.

UOIT is also less than an hour’s drive or an easy GO Train ride from a number of hotspots in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Whether you are interested in a night out on the town, spending a leisurely day at the Toronto Zoo, riding a rollercoaster at Canada’s Wonderland or watching a sporting event or concert at the Rogers or Air Canada centre, you are sure to find plenty of opportunity to mix entertainment with your academic pursuits.

If you are planning to live in Oshawa while you pursue your graduate education, you will be pleased to know it is not only a great place to live, but affordable as well. In the fall of 2010, the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment was only $891¹. That is several hundreds of dollars in savings when compared to similar dwellings in downtown Toronto. From single rooms, apartments or townhouses, you are sure to find a range of affordable housing options to suit your budget.

1 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Rental Market Report, Greater Toronto Area 2010

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ARRIVING BY CARCity North Oshawa location

travel time – approximateDowntown Oshawa location travel time – approximate

BramptonOne hour and 16 minutes – Highway 401 One hour and 11 minutes – Highway 407

One hour and six minutes – Highway 401

Cobourg 59 minutes – Highway 401 48 minutes – Highway 401

Downtown Toronto 59 minutes – Highway 401 50 minutes – Highway 401

EtobicokeOne hour and seven minutes – Highway 401 One hour and 10 minutes – Highway 407

57 minutes – Highway 401

Markham40 minutes – Highway 407 55 minutes – Highway 401

46 minutes – Highway 401

Mississauga One hour and 12 minutes – Highway 401 One hour – Highway 401

NewmarketOne hour and five minutes – Highway 404 to Highway 407 to Highway 7 One hour and 15 minutes – Highway 401

One hour – Highway 401

ARRIVING BY BUSCity Terminal North Oshawa location

travel time – approximateDowntown Oshawa location travel time – approximate

Brampton Bramalea GO station One hour and 32 minutesOne hour and 53 minutes to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

Downtown Toronto Union Station58 minutes to Oshawa GO train station, followed by a 30 minute DRT ride

58 minutes to Oshawa GO train station followed by a 20-minute DRT ride and a short walk

Markham Unionville GO station 35 minutes45 minutes to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

NewcastleNewcastle bus loop (Highway 2 at Mill St.)

35 minutes to downtown Oshawa, followed by a 20 minute DRT ride

35 minutes to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

North York York University bus loop One hourOne hour and 15 minutes to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

Richmond Hill Langstaff GO station 48 minutes One hour to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

Scarborough Scarborough Town Centre 40 minutes42 minutes to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

Uxbridge Walmart Plaza One hour and 15 minutesOne hour and a half to Oshawa bus terminal and a short walk

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Getting here

we’re closer than you think

www.uoit.ca/transit

Located in Oshawa, Ontario, 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. And, thanks to newly expanded transit routes and the U-Pass, which provides

you with unlimited access during the academic year to Durham Region Transit (DRT) and GO Transit bus service in Durham Region, getting here has never been easier or

more affordable. More good news – as a UOIT student, you pay a reduced fee for GO Transit bus service to and from

the campus from locations outside of the region, such as Scarborough, North York and Markham.

And that’s not all. If you want to travel between the north Oshawa and the downtown Oshawa locations, it’s as easy as

a fifteen-minute bus ride or about ten minutes by car.

www.durhamregiontransit.com www.gotransit.com

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GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS GRAships are integrated into the research programs of one or more professors from funding that is usually obtained through research grants awarded to professors. 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. These payments are not considered employment income by the university. Eligibility requirements and further details are listed on the Graduate Studies website.

BURSARIESStudents 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.

Joanne Gourgouvelis, Master of Health Sciences, class of 2012

Why I chose UOIT: I not only chose UOIT because of its excellent reputation in both academics and research but having a young family made location a very important factor as well.

What I like best about my program: The Health Science program has given me the unique opportunity to conduct high-quality research alongside our community partner Lakeridge Health Corporation.

Scholarships received: • UOIT Dean’s Graduate Scholarship (valued at

$7,500);• Ontario Graduate Scholarship (valued at $15,000);

and• Canadian Institutes of Health Research

scholarship (valued at $17,500).

Current research: The effects of exercise in promoting hippocampal activation and improving memory in people with depression

Funding your education

www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/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.

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS1

The Office of Graduate Studies offers merit-based graduate entrance scholarships to eligible incoming full-time master’s and doctoral students with high academic standing and who are entering approved research programs. You are assessed for eligibility if you are receiving an offer of admission, so no application form is required.

1 Only students entering a thesis-based degree program such as the MA, MASc, MHSc, MSc or PhD are eligible to be considered to receive funding. The number and value of awards are subject to change. Visit www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/funding for the most up-to-date information.

ASSISTANTSHIPS The 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 both domestic and international students. Normally, funding is not provided to part-time 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. Both of these forms of work are paid by the hour.

During the 2012-2013 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 www.uoit.ca/collectiveagreements.

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STUDENT PROFILE

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Jenna Comstock, PhD in Applied Bioscience, class of 2014

Why I chose UOIT: I chose UOIT for graduate studies because I also completed my undergraduate degree at the university and enjoyed the campus and atmosphere. UOIT, although still small, is beginning to make a big name for itself and I wanted to be a part of that process.

What I like best about my program: My program offers me the type of research I wanted to perform as a graduate student. I had looked into doing forensic science research at other universities and the focus areas simply did not interest me. At UOIT, I can enjoy the work I conduct inside and outside of the lab and can do so under the supervision of a fantastic professor.

Scholarships received: • UOIT Dean’s Graduate Scholarship;• NSERC Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate

Scholarship;• Ontario Graduate Scholarship; and• NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship.

Current research: Elucidation of the lipid degradation process during decomposition, in the presence and absence of insects

TUITION AND FEESThe tuition and fees listed are based on the 2011-2012 academic year. Tuition and fees for the 2012-2013 academic year may vary from these amounts.

DOMESTIC FULL-TIME TUITION AND FEES International students should refer to the chart on page 37.

Full-time tuition $7,9341

Compulsory fees $1,052

Health and dental insurance $193

U-Pass $220

Total $9,399

1 This amount is an average tuition cost for the 2011-2012 academic year based on the MA in Criminology, MASc, MHSc, MSc, MEng and PhD programs. Costs for professional and course-based programs such as the MITS, MBA, MEd and diploma programs will vary from this amount.

Please note:• Tuition and fees for part-time students and/or students in

professional, course-based or diploma programs are available at www.uoit.ca/gradstudies; and

• All fees listed above are subject to change without notice.

EXTERNAL AWARDSStudents are strongly encouraged to apply to both provincial and federal granting agencies for graduate scholarships in the early fall and winter. If you are an international student, you are also encouraged to apply to granting agencies in your home country. Some major external awards include, but are not limited to the following:

FOR DOMESTIC STUDENTS (CANADIAN CITIZENS OR PERMANENT RESIDENTS): Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) scholarships www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) scholarships and fellowships www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) scholarships www.sshrc.ca

FOR DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS) www.osap.gov.on.ca

Please note: In any given year, you may apply to OGS and to only one of the federal granting councils (NSERC, SSHRC or CIHR). Should you be awarded both an OGS and a NSERC, SSHRC or CIHR scholarship, you may only accept one of the two.

Jesse Allan, Master of Science in Materials Science, class of 2012

Why I chose UOIT: The work I had done in my fourth-year honours thesis is very similar to what I am doing now. I really enjoyed what I had done and I wanted to continue on. I enjoy the flexibility in the projects I work on and how they can be related to one another.

What I like best about my program: The best part would probably be how my project is one step in the grand scheme of fuel cell research. Since I focus on one part of the fuel cell, the work that I accomplish in this part can not only be integrated into industry/current research, but also other student’s projects, since they work on different parts of the fuel cell.

Scholarships received: • UOIT Dean’s Graduate Scholarship (valued at

$7,500;) and• Natural Sciences and Engineering Research

Council (NSERC) Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (valued at $17,500).

Current research: Power generation and sensory based fuel cell research

STUDENT PROFILE

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CULTUREWORKS EAP PROGRAMwww.culture-works.com

If 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.

TUITION AND FEESThe tuition and fees listed are based on the 2011-2012 academic year. Tuition and fees for the 2012-2013 academic year may vary from these amounts.

INTERNATIONAL FULL-TIME TUITION AND FEES

Full-time tuition $15,3091

Compulsory fees $1,052

Health and dental insurance $193

University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) $6842

U-Pass $220

Total $17,458

1 This amount is an average tuition cost for the 2011-2012 academic year based on the MA in Criminology, MASc, MHSc, MSc, MEng and PhD programs. Costs for professional and course-based programs such as the MITS, MBA, MEd and diploma programs will vary from this amount.

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

Please note:• Tuition and fees for students in professional, course-based or diploma

programs are available at www.uoit.ca/gradstudies; and• All fees listed above are subject to change without notice.

STUDY PERMITSIf you are an international student studying in Canada, you must possess a valid study permit, commonly called a student visa, except in cases where the duration of your program is six months or less. Study permit applications are available from the Canadian diplomatic mission in your home country. Processing of applications varies and could take up to six months.

For more information on the documents required to enter and study in Canada, please visit www.cic.gc.ca.

Negin Vatandoost, Master of Arts in Criminology, class of 2012

Home country: Iran

Why I chose UOIT: I chose UOIT as it is a growing university, which provides valuable opportunities for progressive research as well as student knowledge development.

What I like best about my program: What I love the most about our department is the small, friendly environment, which provides close relations between the faculty and the students. My program is unique in its focus on inequality and violence. Furthermore, being an international student in a new environment and a new discipline of study, I have had the chance to study and work with some of the best and most helpful professors and enjoy their selfless support and advice.

Current research: Violence against immigrant women and honour killings

International students

You will find UOIT’s campus life is wonderfully enriched by a diverse student body. International students have

attended the university from 73 different countries. Students from around 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 PROFICIENCY All 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) or at least six semesters (studying no less than three courses per semester) in a secondary school or university where the primary language of instruction and examination was English. Verification from your school that the language of instruction and examination was English is required. Please note: The minimum three-year requirement does not include time enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses; or

• You have achieved the required proficiency 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 43; 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* 7

MELAB 85

CAEL 70 (with no sub-score below 60)

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

Please note: Students must arrange for original test scores to be sent directly from the testing centre to the Office of Graduate Studies.

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Apply now >

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STEP 2: CHECK APPLICATION DEADLINES

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Start date First 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 the Graduate

Studies website for the most up-to-date deadlines; and• Not all programs have the intakes listed above. Individual program intakes

are available in the admission summary chart on page 42; 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, GMAT exam, 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); and• 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 www.uoit.ca/gradstudies.

STEP 4: APPLY ONLINEwww.uoit.ca/gradstudies/applynow

Once 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 www.uoit.ca/gradstudies for additional guidelines for submitting documentation.

STEP 6: CHECK YOUR APPLICATION STATUS ONLINEAfter 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:

• Review documents that the university has received;• Determine which documents may be outstanding; • See the status of your application; and• Review any decisions that have been made.

Application process

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 REQUIREMENTS

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS To 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; and

• 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; and

• 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; and

• 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 42; however, students are advised to consult the Graduate Studies website for the most current requirements for their program;

• Satisfaction of minimum entry conditions does not ensure admission; and• Mature applicants who do not meet the above requirements may be

considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Admission summary chart

Program Degree Program options Start datesMinimum overall avg. required*

TOEFL (paper- based)

TOEFL (iBT)** IELTS MELAB CAEL

Minimum letters of recommendation

Additional requirements ***

Applied Bioscience Master of Science Full-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 2

Doctor of Philosophy Full-time September, January or May B+ 560 83 to 87 7 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 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Master of Engineering Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 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 3

Computer Science Master of Science Full-time September B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Doctor of Philosophy Full-time September, January or May B+ 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Criminology Master of Arts Full-time September B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 4

Education Master of Arts Full-time or part-time September B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 5

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 5

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 5

Electrical and Computer Engineering Master of Applied Science Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 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 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Engineering Management Master of Engineering Management Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Graduate diploma Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

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 6

Information Technology Security

Master of Information Technology Security Full-time or part-time September or January B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 7

Materials Science Master of Science Full-time September B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Doctor of Philosophy Full-time September B+ 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 1

MBA/MITS

Master of Business Administration and Master of Information Technology Security

Full-time September B 580 92 to 93 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Three 10

Mechanical Engineering Master of Applied Science Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 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 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Modelling and Computational Science Master of Science Full-time September B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 8

Doctor of Philosophy Full-time September B+ 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 1

Nuclear Engineering Master of Applied Science Full-time or part-time September, January or May B 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 9


Doctor of Philosophy Full-time or part-time September, January or May B+ 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two 1

Nuclear Technology Graduate diploma Full-time or part-time September, January or May B- 560 83 to 87 7 85 70 (no sub-score below 60) Two

Please see notes on following page.

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Campus tours and

Open House events

CAMPUS TOURSwww.uoit.ca/virtualtour

The best way to experience UOIT is to participate in one of our campus tours.

Our student ambassadors will introduce you to the university and take you on an exciting tour of our diverse, award-winning campus. You will have the opportunity to see our buildings, classrooms, residences and student services and learn more about campus facilities and student life.

To schedule a tour of our campus, visit www.uoit.ca/gradstudies/tours.

OPEN HOUSE EVENTS www.uoit.ca/openhouse

Twice a year we host Open House events and invite you to take a campus tour, meet current students, staff and faculty and learn more about our market-oriented academic programs and dynamic student life at UOIT.

To register for Open House and view the schedule of events, please visit www.uoit.ca/openhouse or call us at 905.721.3190.

FALL OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 5, 2011 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WINTER OPEN HOUSE Saturday, March 3, 2012 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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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.

***ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS EXPLANATIONS1. 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.

2. 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.

3. A minimum GMAT score of 550 is required. The GMAT 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 in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work (or equivalent).

4. 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.

5. Applicants should hold a four-year honours degree from a Canadian university or the combination of a three-year university degree and a Bachelor of Education degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Please note that an admission interview may be required for MA and MEd applicants.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

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

0. A minimum GMAT score of 550 is required. The GMAT 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 must also have a minimum B+ average in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work (or equivalent). Applicants must submit a resumé indicating a minimum of two years of relevant work experience and skills in information technology. Please note that work experience in IT related jobs is preferred. In their statement of academic intent, applicants should explain their background, reasons for pursuing the MITS-MBA program, and career goals. Applicants are also 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.

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CONTACT INFORMATION For more information about graduate studies at UOIT:

Office of Graduate Studies University of Ontario Institute of Technology 2000 Simcoe Street North Oshawa, Ontario, Canada L1H 7K4

T: 905.721.8668 ext. 5424 F: 905.721.3242 E: [email protected]

www.uoit.ca/gradstudies

Disclaimer: All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the information contained within this viewbook is correct at time of printing. The Office of Graduate Studies at UOIT reserves the right to make changes to the information contained within this publication without prior notice. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.uoit.ca/gradstudies.

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