Academic Requirements
A diploma from a public Canadian or recognized international college in one of the programs listed below with a minimum low-70s average:
- Acupuncture (Georgian College only)
- Addictions and Mental Health (graduate certificate) presented concurrently with a college diploma or university degree
- Biomedical Engineering Technology
- Biotechnology - Advanced
- Cardiovascular Perfusion
- Cardiovascular Technology
- Cytotechnology
- Dental Hygiene
- Applicants from The Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Community Services (CADH) are eligible for admission consideration.
- Denturism (*George Brown only, unless accredited by EQual and recognized by the College of Denturists)
- Developmental Services (Georgian College only)
- Fitness and Health Promotion
- Health Information Management
- Hearing Instrument Specialist (George Brown College only)
- Infection Control
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Imaging Technology
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Medical Sonography
- Midwifery
- Nursing (RPN and RN)
- Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA)
- Opticianry
- Paramedic Diploma
- Paramedicine
- A Certificate of Paramedic presented with an Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate is eligible for admission.
- Personal Support Worker
- Pharmacy Technician
- Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Radiation Technology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Social Services Worker (Georgian College only)
- Applicants with this diploma need to complete an additional course in Medical Terminology through "Ontario Learn" by October 15 of their first semester of the BAHSc enrolment in order to qualify.
- Veterinary Technician (VTE)
This program is only available to graduates of public Canadian colleges (or equivalent).
Note: Admission is competitive. Regardless of educational background, all applicants to undergraduate programs must have specific prerequisite subject knowledge for their intended program of study. The specific average or standing required for admission will vary from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria, including school marks, distribution of subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
| Last year's cut-off | 70 per cent |
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| Expected cut-off | Low-70s |
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Bridge requirements
Once you have completed the bridge courses with a minimum C+ grade in each course, you will proceed into the four-year BAHSc program. In recognition of your diploma, you will receive 19 courses toward your 40 course BAHSc degree.
The required bridging courses are:
- HLSC 1702U - Information Literacy and Written Communication for the Health Sciences
- HLSC 2700U - Mathematical Reasoning in Health Sciences
International applicants: see the international admission requirements for the accepted curricula and documents.
Language Requirements
If you are from a country where English is not the first language of instruction, you must demonstrate English proficiency to be eligible for admission. You can demonstrate proficiency with one of the following:
Formal full-time study in English
Successfully completing at least three years of formal, full-time study (no less than three academic level courses per semester) at a secondary or post-secondary institution where the language of instruction and examination is English. The minimum three-year requirement does not include time enrolled in an English as a Second Language program or an unapproved English for Academic Purposes program.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Through our partnership with Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI) you can enrol in their online EAP program. Their English for university preparation courses have been designed to help you improve your level of English proficiency to match the language requirements of Ontario Tech. You will cover the main building blocks of language such as grammar and vocabulary as well as develop reading, listening, speaking, writing and mediation skills in English. Register for their next intake cycle through our unique partner page.
English test
Ontario Tech will accept the following English tests with the minimum scores listed. Please note that the test date must be within two years of the desired start date and results must be sent to Ontario Tech Admissions directly from the provider unless they can be verified online.
- Cambridge English - Advanced: Minimum score of 180 with no band lower than 170.
- Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Minimum score of 70 with no sub-score below 60.
- Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 120 (Education and Nursing programs require a total score of 130).
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no sub-score less than 6.0 (Education and Nursing programs require an overall score of 7.0).
- Oxford ELLT (Digital or Global): Minimum score of 7 (Education and Nursing programs require a score of 8).
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum score of 58.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): iBT (Internet-Based Test): Minimum overall 4.5 with no section score below 4.0. The university's TOEFL code is 7178.
Additional options
- Applicants who are following the IB curriculum can satisfy their English language proficiency (ELP) requirements by presenting an IB certificate or diploma with a minimum grade of 4 in IB English A.
- Enrolling in an EAP program with one of our partner institutions. Learn more about EAP partners.
DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.
