Combined Degree Programs


UTM Honours Bachelor of Science / Honours Bachelor of Arts and OISE Master of Teaching

The Combined Degree Program (CDP) in Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) / Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) and the Master of Teaching (MT) are designed for students interested in studying the intersections of teaching subjects and Education, coupled with professional teacher preparation. Students earn an Honours Bachelor’s degree from UTM and an accredited professional Master of Teaching (MT) degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). The CDP permits the completion of both degrees in six years with 1.0 credit that may be counted towards both the undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Contact

Master of Teaching Program, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
CDP: HBSc / HBA and MT

The Combined Degree Programs available at UTM are:

  1. HBSc, Specialist in Astronomical Sciences / MT
  2. HBSc, Specialist in Biological Chemistry / MT
  3. HBSc, Specialist in Biology / MT
  4. HBSc, Major in Biology / MT
  5. HBSc, Major in Biology for Health Sciences / MT
  6. HBSc, Specialist in Chemistry / MT
  7. HBSc, Major in Chemistry / MT
  8. HBSc, Specialist in Comparative Physiology / MT
  9. HBSc, Specialist in Ecology and Evolution / MT
  10. HBSc, Specialist in Forensic Biology / MT
  11. HBSc, Specialist in Forensic Chemistry / MT
  12. HBSc, Specialist in Molecular Biology / MT
  13. HBSc, Major in Physics / MT
  14. HBSc, Specialist in Mathematical Sciences / MT
  15. HBSc, Major in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics / MT
  16. HBA, Specialist in French Studies / MT
  17. HBA, Major in French Studies / MT
  18. HBA, Specialist in Language Teaching and Learning: French and Italian / MT
  19. HBA, Major in Language Teaching and Learning: French / MT 

 

Admission Requirements

Applicants apply successively to the HBA/HBSc program, the MT program, and the CDP. Refer to the department calendar sections for admission requirements in the relevant Specialist and Major programs.​

To be considered for conditional admission to the MT program and the selected CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be registered in the 3rd year of study in the HBA or HBSc degree, in one of the eligible Specialists or Majors at UTM listed above.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MT program.
  • If applying to the Intermediate/Senior (I/S) teaching division, have completed at least half of the teaching subjects prerequisite courses (i.e. 3.0 credits in 1st teaching subject, and 1.5 credits in 2nd teaching subject) by the end of 3rd year
  • If applying to the Junior/Intermediate (J/I) teaching division, have completed at least half of the prerequisite courses in one teaching subject, which is normally accomplished within the Major or Specialist program the applicant is registered in
  • Have an average grade equivalent of mid-B or better, normally demonstrated by an average grade in the 2nd year.
  • Provide at least two letters of reference (1 professional and 1 academic). For more details refer to OISE's Master of Teaching webpage.  
  • When completing an online application:
    • Applicants should indicate their preferred teaching division (Primary/Junior, Junior Intermediate, or Intermediate/Senior) and provide responses to the faculty questions as outlined on the Master of Teaching Combined Degree Programs webpage.  
    • Applicants must also include their resume and describe (in chart form) three significant teaching and/or teaching-related experiences that they have had, especially with groups of children as per the instructions on the MT Combined Degree Programs website.
  • Meet other qualifications as specified by the MT program.

Once students have accepted a conditional offer of admission to the MT program, they will be eligible to take 1.0 credit at the graduate level at OISE in their fourth year, which will count towards both the undergraduate degree and the Master of Teaching degree.

If the student does not meet the above conditions, the offer of conditional admission to the Combined Degree Program will be rescinded. Students in this position may apply separately to the Master of Teaching outside of the Combined Degree Program.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MT program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Maintain at least a B (3.0) average in their final year or over senior courses.
  • Achieve a grade of at least B average in the 1.0 graduate FCE taken in Year 4.
  • Have completed prerequisite courses for the first and second teaching subjects (Intermediate/Senior candidates).
  • Have completed prerequisite courses for one teaching subjects (Junior/Intermediate candidates).
  • Successfully complete the requirements for the H.B.Sc./H.B.A. program.
  • Have the undergraduate degree confirmed.

 

Program Requirements and Path to Completion

  • Year 1 to 4:  
    • HBA/HBSc program and degree requirements;
    • in Year 3, qualified students may apply to the MT and the CDP and may be offered conditional admission to the MT;
  • Year 4:
    • 1.0 credit (FCE) in the MT graduate courses  
  • Year 5 and 6:  
    • 10.0 credits (FCEs) of the MT program requirements 

 

UTM Honours Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management (Major / Specialist) and IMI Master of Science in Sustainability Management

The Combined Degree Program (CDP): UTM, Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA), Major or Specialist in Environmental Management / Master of Science in Sustainability Management allows students to complete an undergraduate degree with an early conditional admission offer to the Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MScSM) program in their final year of study.

Although there is no acceleration in time to completion in this CDP, students will benefit from early admission to the MScSM program, early exposure to graduate-level courses, and a reduced course load while completing their MScSM degree.

Every CDP involves a specific combination of approved degree programs. The CDP requirements build on those of the two separate degree programs. Each CDP has a unique pattern of academic activity year by year. For a general description of CDPs, see General Regulations section 1.4.3.

Contact

Environmental Management Program, University of Toronto Mississauga
Master of Science in Sustainability Management Program, Institute for Management and Innovation
CDP: HBA Env. Mgt. (Major) and MScSM

Application Process

  • Applicants apply to the Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) program, the MScSM program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBA and MScSM programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.
  • Applicants apply to the CDP at the end of Year 3 of undergraduate study.
  • Applicants apply and interview for early conditional admission to the MScSM program.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be considered for conditional admission to the MScSM program and the CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBA degree program and the Environmental Management major program.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MScSM program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBA program:
    • Have either completed or are currently enrolled in a minimum of 15.0 total full-course equivalents (FCEs).
    • Have a minimum annual grade point average (AGPA) of 3.7 in their most recent 5.0 FCEs.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MScSM program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be conferred with the HBA degree.
  • Successfully complete 1.0 graduate FCE in MScSM courses.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

 Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1 to 4
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year towards the HBA program requirements
  • End of Year 3: Students apply to the CDP and the MScSM program and may be offered conditional acceptance
  • In Year 4, students complete 1.0 FCE in MScSM courses
    • Students will work with the MScSM director to choose appropriate graduate-level courses to complete during their final undergraduate year
Years 5 & 6 
  • Students complete all MScSM program requirements (8.0 FCEs) with advanced standing of 1.0 FCE granted
    • Exact courses will vary based on the 1.0 FCE completed in Year 4
  • The internship placement (SSM1110H) will range from two to four months in length
CDP: HBA Env. Mgt. (Specialist) and MScSM

Application Process

  • Applicants apply to the Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) program, the MScSM program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBA and MScSM programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.
  • Applicants apply to the CDP at the end of Year 3 of undergraduate study.
  • Applicants apply and interview for early conditional admission to the MScSM program.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be considered for conditional admission to the MScSM program and the CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBA degree program and the Environmental Management specialist program.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MScSM program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBA program:
    • Have either completed or are currently enrolled in a minimum of 15.0 total full-course equivalents (FCEs).
    • Have a minimum annual grade point average (AGPA) of 3.7 in their most recent 5.0 FCEs.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MScSM program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be conferred with the HBA degree.
  • Successfully complete 1.0 graduate FCE in MScSM courses.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1 to 4
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year towards the HBA program requirements
  • End of Year 3: Students apply to the CDP and the MScSM program and may be offered conditional acceptance
  • In Year 4, students complete 1.0 FCE in MScSM courses
    • Students will work with the MScSM director to choose appropriate graduate-level courses to complete during their final undergraduate year
Years 5 & 6 
  • Students complete all MScSM program requirements (8.0 FCEs) with advanced standing of 1.0 FCE granted
    • Exact courses will vary based on the 1.0 FCE completed in Year 4
  • The internship placement (SSM1110H) will range from two to four months in length

 

UTM Honours Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (Major / Specialist) and IMI Master of Science in Sustainability Management

The Combined Degree Program (CDP): UTM, Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc), Major or Specialist in Environmental Science / Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MScSM) allows students to complete an undergraduate degree with an early conditional admission offer to the Master of Science in Sustainability Management program in their final year of study.

Although there is no acceleration in time to completion in this CDP, students will benefit from early admission to the MScSM program, early exposure to graduate-level courses, and a reduced course load while completing their MScSM.

Every CDP involves a specific combination of approved degree programs. The CDP requirements build on those of the two separate degree programs. Each CDP has a unique pattern of academic activity year by year. For a general description of CDPs, see General Regulations section 1.4.3.

Contact

Environmental Science Program, University of Toronto Mississauga
Master of Science in Sustainability Management Program, Institute for Management and Innovation
CDP: HBSc Env. Sci. (Major) and MScSM

Application Process

  • Applicants apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc), the MScSM program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBSc and MScSM programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.
  • Applicants apply to the CDP at the end of Year 3 of undergraduate study.
  • Applicants apply and interview for early conditional admission to the MScSM program.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be considered for conditional admission to the MScSM program and the CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBSc degree program and the Environmental Science major program.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MScSM program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBSc program:
    • Have either completed or are currently enrolled in a minimum of 15.0 total full-course equivalents (FCEs).
    • Have a minimum annual grade point average (AGPA) of 3.7 in their most recent 5.0 FCEs.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MScSM program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be conferred with the HBSc degree.
  • Successfully complete 1.0 graduate FCE in MScSM courses.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1 to 4
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year towards the HBSc program requirements
  • End of Year 3: Students apply to the CDP and the MScSM program and may be offered conditional acceptance
  • In Year 4, students complete 1.0 FCE in MScSM courses
    • Students will work with the MScSM director to choose appropriate graduate-level courses to complete during their final undergraduate year
Years 5 & 6 
  • Students complete all MScSM program requirements (8.0 FCEs) with advanced standing of 1.0 FCE granted
    • Exact courses will vary based on the 1.0 FCE completed in Year 4
  • The internship placement (SSM1110H) will range from two to four months in length
CDP: HBSc in Env. Sci. (Specialist) and MScSM

Application Process

  • Applicants apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the MScSM program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBSc and MScSM programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.
  • Applicants apply to the CDP at the end of Year 3 of undergraduate study.
  • Applicants apply and interview for early conditional admission to the MScSM program.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be considered for conditional admission to the MScSM program and the CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBSc degree program and the Environmental Science specialist program.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MScSM program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBSc program:
    • Have either completed or are currently enrolled in a minimum of 15.0 total full-course equivalents (FCEs);
    • Have a minimum annual grade point average (AGPA) of 3.7 in their most recent 5.0 FCEs.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MScSM program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be conferred with the HBSc degree.
  • Successfully complete 1.0 graduate FCE in MScSM courses.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1 to 4
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year towards the HBSc program requirements
  • End of Year 3: Students apply to the CDP and the MScSM program and may be offered conditional acceptance
  • In Year 4, students complete 1.0 FCE in MScSM courses
    • Students will work with the MScSM director to choose appropriate graduate-level courses to complete during their final undergraduate year
Years 5 & 6 
  • Students complete all MScSM program requirements (8.0 FCEs) with advanced standing of 1.0 FCE granted
    • Exact courses will vary based on the 1.0 FCE completed in Year 4
  • The internship placement (SSM1110H) will range from two to four months in length

 

UTM Honours Bachelor of Science in Exceptionality in Human Learning or Psychology (Major / Specialist) and OISE Master of Arts in Child Study and Education

The Combined Degree Program (CDP): UTM, Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc), Major or Specialist in Exceptionality in Human Learning (EHL) or Psychology / Master of Arts in Child Study and Education is designed for students interested in studying human development and related areas, such as diversity and inclusion. Students may apply studies in these areas towards professional training leading to teacher certification.

This CDP permits the completion of both degrees in six years. One full graduate course (1.0 full-course equivalent [FCE]) can be counted towards both the undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Every CDP involves a specific combination of approved degree programs. The CDP requirements build on those of the two separate degree programs. Each CDP has a unique pattern of academic activity year by year. For a general description of CDPs, see General Regulations section 1.4.3.

Contact

Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Mississauga
Department of Applied Psychology and Human Development, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
CDP: HBSc in EHL (Specialist) and MA-CSE

Application Process

  • Applicants must apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the Master of Arts (MA) program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBSc and MA programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the HBSc program, the School of Graduate Studies, and the MA program.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1-3
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Year 3: in the Winter session, students apply to the MA program; upon conditional acceptance, they may apply to the CDP
Year 4
  • Completion of 4.0 FCEs toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Completion of 1.0 FCE in MA elective courses in the spring/summer between Year 3 and Year 4
  • Upon degree conferral, students apply to the MA program in order to lift conditions of admission
Years 5 & 6
CDP: HBSc in Psy. (Major) and MA-CSE

Application Process

  • Applicants must apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the MA in Child Study and Education (MA-CSE) program, and the CDP.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the HBSc program, the School of Graduate Studies, and the MA program.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1-3
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Year 3: in the Winter session, students apply to the MA program; upon conditional acceptance, they may apply to the CDP
Year 4
  • Completion of 4.0 FCEs toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Completion of 1.0 FCE in MA elective courses in the spring/summer between Year 3 and Year 4
  • Upon degree conferral, students apply to the MA program in order to lift conditions of admission
Years 5 & 6
CDP: HBSc in Psy. (Specialist) and MA-CSE

Application Process

  • Applicants must apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the Master of Arts (MA) program, and the CDP.
  • Applicants must gain independent admission to both the HBSc and MA programs before they may be considered for admission to the CDP.

 

Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the HBSc program, the School of Graduate Studies, and the MA program.

 

Overview of Academic Path to Completion

Visit the School of Graduate Studies calendar for detailed program requirements.

Years 1-3
  • Completion of 5.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) each year toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Year 3: in the Winter session, students apply to the MA program; upon conditional acceptance, they may apply to the CDP
Year 4
  • Completion of 4.0 FCEs toward the HBSc program and degree requirements
  • Completion of 1.0 FCE in MA elective courses in the spring/summer between Year 3 and Year 4
  • Upon degree conferral, students apply to the MA program in order to lift conditions of admission
Years 5 & 6