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Overview

This page is a summary of the joint programs that Ontario universities will offer in collaboration with Ontario colleges for the 2023 cycle.

Some programs are not open to international applicants. Contact the university for information.

Each institution defines its own procedures for applying to these programs. The following charts provide an overview of the available programs and indicates where to send your application: Either to the OUAC or OCAS.


Contact Information for the OUAC and OCAS

OUAC
Mailing Address:
170 Research Lane
Guelph ON  N1G 5E2
Telephone: 519-823-1063
www.ouac.on.ca

OCAS
Mailing Address:
60 Corporate Court
Guelph ON  N1G 5J3
Telephone: 519-763-4725
Toll-free in Canada: 1-888-892-2228
www.ontariocolleges.ca

If you have questions about programs or admission procedures, contact the university that interests you.


Algoma University

Algoma University has a significant number of articulation agreements with Ontario colleges, including joint admission and 2+2 agreements.

Find a list of Algoma’s exceptional agreements.


Brock University

In addition to the collaborative programs listed here, there are many articulated college to university pathways for Brock University.

Brock University and Fanshawe College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
BFFilm Studies (BA) and Advanced Filmmaking Postgraduate CertificateApply through the OUAC.
BFFilm Studies (BA) and Broadcast Journalism – Television News Postgraduate CertificateApply through the OUAC.
BFFilm Studies (BA) and Visual Effects and Editing for Contemporary Media Ontario College Graduate CertificateApply through the OUAC.

Brock University and George Brown College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
BLBLabour Studies with Co-major (BA) and Certificate in Contemporary Labour Studies and Human Resources ManagementApply through the OUAC.

Brock University and Mohawk College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
BUCCommunication Studies (BA) and Journalism DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
BUCCommunication Studies (BA) and Public Relations DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
BPCPopular Culture (BA) and Journalism DiplomaApply through the OUAC.

Brock University and Niagara College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
BGDGame Design (BA) and Game Development Advanced DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
BGPGame Programming (BSc) and Game Development Advanced DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
BLBLabour Studies (BA) and Human Resources Management Graduate CertificateApply through the OUAC.

Brock University and Seneca College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
BPOPolitical Science (BA) and Seneca College ParalegalApply through the OUAC.

Carleton University

Carleton University and Algonquin College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
CIIBachelor of Information Technology – Information Resource ManagementApply through the OUAC.
CIMBachelor of Information Technology – Interactive Multimedia and DesignApply through the OUAC.
CINBachelor of Information Technology – Network TechnologyApply through the OUAC.
CIPBachelor of Information Technology – Optical Systems and SensorsApply through the OUAC.

University of Guelph

University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning

All programs are delivered concurrently at the University of Guelph‑Humber, located in Toronto.

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
GMTHonours Bachelor of Applied Arts in Media and Communication Studies (BAA) and Diploma in Media CommunicationsApply through the OUAC.
GHFHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Community Social Services (BASc) and Social Service Worker DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
GHBHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Community Social Services (BASc) and Social Service Worker DiplomaPart-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants only.
GHEHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood EducationApply through the OUAC.
GHCHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood EducationFull-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants only.
GHAHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood EducationPart-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants only.
GMPHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Police Foundations or Community & Justice ServicesApply through the OUAC.
GHKHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology (BASc) and Diploma in Fitness & Health PromotionApply through the OUAC.
GMAHonours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology (BASc) and Diploma in General Arts & ScienceApply through the OUAC.
GDBHonours Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Diploma in Business AdministrationApply through the OUAC.

Lakehead University

Lakehead University and Georgian College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
AAApplied Life Sciences (HBSc) and Biotechnology DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
AGComputer Science (HBSc) and Computer Programmer DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
AMElectrical Engineering (BEng) and Electrical Engineering Technology Advanced DiplomaApply through the OUAC.
APEnvironmental Sustainability with Specialization in Ecosystem Management (HBASc) and Environmental Technician DiplomaApply through the OUAC.

Laurentian University

Laurentian University and St. Lawrence College (Kingston Campus)

Program NameProgram Notes
Business AdministrationApply through OCAS.

Laurentian University and Northern College

Program NameProgram Notes
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through OCAS.

McMaster University

McMaster University and Conestoga College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
MNCBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through the OUAC.
MRCNursing Post RPN (BScN)Apply through the OUAC.

McMaster University and Mohawk College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
MPTAutomation Engineering Technology 1 Co-op (BTech)Apply through the OUAC.
MATAutomotive & Vehicle Engineering Technology 1 Co-op (BTech)Apply through the OUAC.
MRSBachelor of Science in Medical Radiation TechnologyApply through the OUAC.
MNMBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through the OUAC.
MTTBiotechnology 1 Co-op (BTech)Apply through the OUAC.
METBTech – Degree Completion Program (BTech)Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required.
MRMNursing Post RPN (BScN)Apply through the OUAC.

Nipissing University

In addition to the collaborative programs listed, there are a number of degree completion pathways for college graduates at Nipissing University.

Nipissing University and Canadore College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameSubjects of Major InterestProgram Notes
PAJBachelor of Arts Honours in Criminal JusticeCorrectionsApply through the OUAC.
PolicingApply through the OUAC.
PACBachelor of Arts in Social Welfare and Social Development and Social Service Worker Diploma Apply through the OUAC.
PSBachelor of ScienceEnvironmental
Biology & Technology
Apply through the OUAC.

OCAD University

OCAD University has many articulation agreements and transfer pathways with Ontario colleges and other postsecondary institutions.

Read more about OCAD U’s articulation agreements and transfer pathways.


Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech has a growing number of college-to-university transfer opportunities for Ontario college graduates.

Read more about articulation agreements between Ontario universities and colleges.

Ontario Tech University and Durham College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
DHNBachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) (BScN [Hons])Apply through the OUAC.
DHRNursing Post RPN Bridge (working toward a BScN [Hons] degree)Apply through the OUAC.

Ontario Tech University and Georgian College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
DHBNursing Post RPN Bridge (working toward a BScN [Hons] degree)Apply through the OUAC.

University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa and Algonquin College, Woodroffe Campus

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
OPABachelor in Public Relations (4 years)Students have 2 ways to fulfill the degree requirements.

 

Option 1: Register for the University of Ottawa Honours Bachelor’s degree and, after completing 60 credits (4 semesters), transfer to Algonquin College to complete the diploma program in public relations or

Option 2: Start by completing 2 years in public relations at Algonquin College, and then transfer to the Honours Bachelor in Public Relations at the University of Ottawa to do 4 more semesters (60 credits).

At the end of 4 years, most students have both an Honours BA and a college diploma.

Apply through the OUAC or OCAS depending on the option you choose.

ONABachelor of Science in Nursing (4 years)Apply through the OUAC.

 

This program is taught on the Algonquin College campus.

ODAHonours Bachelor in Digital Journalism
(4 years)
Students have 2 ways to fulfill the degree requirements.

 

Option 1: Register for the University of Ottawa Honours Bachelor’s degree and, after completing 60 credits (4 semesters), transfer to Algonquin College to complete the diploma program in journalism or

Option 2: Start by completing 2 years and obtain the Diploma in Journalism at Algonquin College, and then transfer to the Honours Bachelor in Digital Journalism at the University of Ottawa to do 4 more semesters (60 credits).

At the end of 4 years, most students have both an Honours BA and a college diploma.

Apply through the OUAC or OCAS depending on the option you choose.

University of Ottawa and Algonquin College, Pembroke Campus

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
OWCBachelor of Science in Nursing (4 years)Apply through the OUAC.

 

This program is taught entirely in Pembroke, Ontario.


Queen’s University

Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
QMTBachelor of Music TheatreApply through the OUAC.
QSBachelor of Science (Honours) degree with a specialization in BiotechnologyApply through the OUAC or OCAS.

Queen’s University and Northern College

Program NameProgram Notes
Bachelor of Mining Engineering TechnologyApply through Queen’s.

Queen’s University and Langara College

Read more about Queen’s collaborative programs with Langara College.

Program NameProgram Notes
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)Apply through Queen’s after completing an Associate Degree at Langara.
Bachelor of Computing (Honours)Apply through Queen’s after completing an Associate Degree at Langara.
Bachelor of Science (Honours)Apply through Queen’s after completing an Associate Degree at Langara.

University of Toronto

University of Toronto St. George and the Michener Institute

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
TRNMedical Radiation Sciences – Nuclear
Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology
Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required.
TRTMedical Radiation Sciences – Radiation
Therapy
Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required.
TRSMedical Radiation Sciences – Radiological
Technology
Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required.

University of Toronto Mississauga and Sheridan College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
TMTTheatre & DramaApply through the OUAC.
TEVVisual StudiesApply through the OUAC. Some joint programs with Sheridan College.

University of Toronto Scarborough and Centennial College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
TSJJournalismApply through the OUAC.
TSIParamedicineApply through the OUAC.

Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto Metropolitan University and Centennial College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
SNNBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through the OUAC or OCAS.

Toronto Metropolitan University and George Brown College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
SNGBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through the OUAC or OCAS.

Trent University

Trent University offers more than 100 articulation agreements that provide degree completion pathways for college graduates.

Read more about Trent’s articulation agreements.

Trent University and Durham College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
RCLJournalism/Media StudiesApply through the OUAC.

 

This integrated degree and diploma program gets you career-ready with practical media production experience gained in college, and crucial critical thinking and writing skills developed in university. Through an emphasis on hands-on learning, you will gain new confidence building a strong portfolio of work that will help launch your future career in journalism, broadcasting and media.

Trent University and Fleming College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
 Bachelor of Science, Ecological RestorationApply through OCAS.

 

By working to ensure our world’s precious ecosystems are preserved, the vision of ecological restoration is that of a better tomorrow for the world’s living organisms, including humans. This unique degree program gives you the practical and theoretical knowledge needed to make your mark in the green revolution, teaching you how to restore our natural environment so that it survives and thrives for present and future generations.

RCNBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)Apply through the OUAC.

 

The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing empowers future nursing professionals, providing you with strong scientific knowledge, compassion and social responsibility. Accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, Trent’s nursing programs place an emphasis on experiential learning and a holistic approach to health care.

 Option in Geographical Information SystemsApply through the OUAC to Archaeology, Environmental and Resource Studies, or Geography.

 

As an Archaeology, Geography or Environmental and Resource Science student, you can pursue an option in GIS, the field that connects geography to data. This option will allow you to visualize, question, analyze and interpret data to understand relationships, patterns and trends.


University of Waterloo

Read more about articulation agreements between Ontario universities and colleges.

University of Waterloo and Conestoga College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
WLSBachelor of Science in Biology or Biomedical Sciences and Biotechnology Technician Diploma (regular or co-op) – Available to Conestoga College students only.Apply through the OUAC.

Western University

Western University and Fanshawe College

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameSiteProgram Notes
EKFBachelor of Arts in Finance and Wealth Management (King’s University College)King’s University CollegeApply through the OUAC.
ENWBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)WesternApply through the OUAC.
ENFBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (Fanshawe site)FanshaweApply through the OUAC.

Wilfrid Laurier University

Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College

Wilfrid Laurier University offers many collaborative degree programs with Conestoga College. Most of these partnerships allow students to earn both a bachelor’s degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in a reduced duration of only 4 years.

For the following programs, students apply to Laurier directly through the OUAC.

OUAC Program CodeProgram NameProgram Notes
UHBCommunity Health (BA) with Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use (1-year graduate certificate)If you choose to concentrate in Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use in the Community Health (BA) program, you will take courses from Conestoga College in your third year and earn a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use, respectively.

 

In only 4 years, you will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete.

UVOHealth Administration (BA) with Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services (1-year graduate certificate)You can choose to take this program in combination with 1 of 2 graduate certificates from Conestoga College: Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services. In third year, you will take courses delivered by Conestoga College on Laurier’s Brantford campus.

 

You will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete.

UVHHuman Rights and Human Diversity (BA) with Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services (1-year graduate certificate)You can choose to take this program in combination with 1 of 2 graduate certificates from Conestoga College: Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services. In third year, you will take courses delivered by Conestoga College on Laurier’s Brantford campus.

 

You will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete.

UIDInternational Education Studies with Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate from Conestoga CollegeYou can choose to complete a TEFL certificate from Conestoga College, providing you with the training and first credential required to teach English as a second/foreign language in Canada or abroad. You will graduate with a bachelor’s degree from Laurier and a certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years.

 

The Conestoga TEFL Certificate program is recognized by Teachers of English as Second Language (TESL) Canada, Standard 1.


University of Windsor

Find details on a number of articulated college-to-university pathways at Windsor.

University of Windsor and St. Clair College (Windsor/Chatham) and Lambton College (Sarnia)

OUAC Program CodeProgram Name
NNBachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

York University

Upper-year Admission Only

York University and Seneca College

Program NameProgram Notes
Broadcasting (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Radio or Television Broadcasting)Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required.
Creative Advertising (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Creative Advertising)Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required.
Journalism (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Journalism)Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required.

Concurrent Programs: York University and Centennial College

Program NameProgram Notes
Book & Magazine Publishing (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Graduate Certificate)Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required.
Corporate Communications & Public Relations (BA in Communication and Media Studies Graduate Certificate)Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required.

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