Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biotechnology - Biochemistry & Bachelor of Applied Science - Chemical Engineering (OSY) (Optional Co-op) (French Immersion)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biotechnology - Biochemistry & Bachelor of Applied Science - Chemical Engineering (OSY) (Optional Co-op) program at the University of Ottawa, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• International students must have completed their secondary education and hold a high school diploma equivalent to the Canadian high school diploma.
• For Vietnamese students, the required document is the Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thông.
• Applicants must have a minimum average of 7.5/10 and have passed five subjects, including the prerequisites, in their senior year.
• Prerequisite courses must be completed in the senior year, and a minimum score of 5/10 is required for these courses.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

It is important to note that space is limited, and admission is not guaranteed even if all requirements are met. For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

If you’re applying for an English-language program and have not completed at least three years of full-time study in an institution where English is the only language of instruction (aside from in language courses) in a country where English is an official language, you must submit your official score in one of the following language tests. The official results must be sent directly to us online from the test centre.

In order to be considered for a program offered in English at the University of Ottawa, you must demonstrate that you are sufficiently proficient in the language to follow a postsecondary academic program. Please note that citizenship is not considered when evaluating English proficiency. To show that your English proficiency is at the academic level required for university studies, provide proof of either:

• Postsecondary studies in English; or
• Last three years of high school taken in English (Grades 10, 11 or 12)

Remember: Language requirements are not based on citizenship. They are based on your country of study.

The following English language tests are accepted:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 with a writing section score of 6.5.
• TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 86 with a writing section score of 22.
• TOEFL Home Edition: Overall score of 86 with a writing section score of 22.
• TOEFL Essentials: Overall score of 8.5 with a writing section score of 8.
• Duolingo English Test: Overall score of 120 with a literacy score of 120.
• PTE: Overall score of 60 with a writing section score of 60.
• Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 180.
• CAEL: Overall score of 60 with a score of 60 in reading, speaking, and listening performance sections.

Please check with our team for more details.

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.