Math and physical sciences: every university, ranked
Science at Western University
BSc (Bachelor of Science) · Faculty of Science · London campus
Code on your OUAC (Ontario Universities' Application Centre) application: ES
What average do you need for Western Science?
Majors or options chosen later: Biology (incl. Animal Behaviour, Biodiversity and Conservation, Genetics, Genetics and Biochemistry, Synthetic Biology, Ecosystem Health), Chemistry (incl. Biochemistry and Chemistry), Earth and Environmental Science (Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science, Geology, Geology and Biology, Geophysics), Mathematics (Applied Mathematics, Mathematical and Statistical Sciences), Physics and Astronomy (Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Physics, Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods), Statistical and Actuarial Sciences (Actuarial Science, Data Science, Financial Modelling, Statistics, Applied Statistics), Honours Specialization in Science + Ivey HBA.
What courses do you need?
Grade 12 courses the school requires, as its page lists them.
- Required
- ENG4U English (min 70%)
- MCV4U Calculus and Vectors (min 70%)
- Also
- Two of: MHF4U Advanced Functions, SBI4U Biology, SCH4U Chemistry, ICS4U Computer Science, SES4U Earth and Space Science, MDM4U Mathematics of Data Management, SPH4U Physics
- Recommended
- SBI4U Biology and SCH4U Chemistry (needed for first-year Biology and Chemistry; required for all Biology modules and some Chemistry and other modules)
What else each course keeps open: ENG4U, MCV4U, MHF4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, ICS4U, SES4U, MDM4U, SPH4U
Is there a supplementary application?
Extra steps beyond marks, with the school's deadlines. Miss a required one and the application is not considered.
- Optional
- Ivey Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO) application (conditional early offer to the Ivey HBA (Honours Business Administration), which starts in Year 3)Due 15 January 2027
See these dates on the deadline calendar, with your other programs, and add them to your own calendar.
How much does Western Science cost?
For a student from Ontario, at this year's prices. Food after first year, transit and personal spending are left out.
- Tuition
- $6,200 first year, $24,700 in all
- Student fees
- $2,000 to $2,100 first year, $8,100 to $8,500 in all
- Books and supplies
- $1,500 to $3,000 first year, $6,000 to $12,000 in allSchool's estimate from 2024-25
- Residence and meals
- $18,000 first yearFirst year
- Rent after first year
- $29,600 in allHalf a two-bedroom in London, $823 a month
What do math and physical sciences graduates earn?
Statistics Canada publishes pay by field for each province's graduates, not by school. Figures are for Ontario bachelor's graduates, the class of 2022 two years after and the class of 2019 five years after, in 2024 dollars.
What careers does Western Science lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- ActuaryPut a price on risk for insurers and pension plans. Years of exams, but you are paid well while you write them.$106kTypical pay7 to 10 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- StatisticianDesign studies, measure things properly, and say how sure you actually are.$106kTypical pay4 to 6 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- PhysicistWork out how matter and energy behave, then build instruments to prove it. The longest science training, and the widest exits.$117kTypical pay8 to 11 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- AgronomistThe crop doctor. You walk fields, read soil tests, and tell farmers what to plant, feed and spray.$83kTypical pay4 to 5 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- Aquaculture TechnicianRaise fish and shellfish on a farm in the water. Feeding, health checks, nets and boats.$61kTypical payup to 2 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- AstronomerStudy stars, planets and galaxies with telescopes and code. Almost everyone in this job has a doctorate.$117kTypical pay9 to 12 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
Where else can you study math and physical sciences?
The same field at other universities, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Actuarial ScienceYork, Ontario | Mid-70s or higher | $6,240 |
| Applied MathematicsYork, Ontario | Mid-70s or higher | $6,240 |
| Applied PhysicsCarleton, Ontario | 78% | $6,188 |
| AstrophysicsOntario Tech, Ontario | Expected cut-off: low 70s; last year's cut-off: 70 per cent | $6,102 |
| Biological and Medical PhysicsGuelph, Ontario | 78-83% | $6,213 |
| Biological and Pharmaceutical ChemistryGuelph, Ontario | 78-83% | $6,213 |
| BiophysicsBrock, Ontario | Expected cut-off: mid 70s | $6,211 |
| Chemical and Physical SciencesToronto, Ontario | Mid to high 70s | $6,100 |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: welcome.uwo.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Tuition: registrar.uwo.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Residence: residence.uwo.ca (opens in a new tab) (huronu.ca (opens in a new tab) ; kings.uwo.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Pay by field: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
Careerhelp is not affiliated with Western University. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.