Physical and Mathematical Sciences

University of Toronto

Canada, Toronto

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University of Toronto

Canada , Toronto

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 68,700 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Physical and Mathematical Sciences

About

This program takes you across the sciences, giving you a firm mathematical foundation and a thorough exploration of astronomy, chemistry, computer science, physics and statistics. Through hands-on coursework, you’ll develop skills to conduct cutting-edge research, and to model, simulate and understand a wide range of physical and natural phenomena.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by country and school system

Learn more about diploma requirements for your country

Required Grade 12 courses

English
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Physics

Recommended Grade 12 courses

Chemistry

Approximate grade requirements

Minimum 70% English
Mid 70s overall

Learn more about applying as an International student

English Program Requirements

Duolingo English Test:Tests completed on or after July 1, 2024: Overall score of 120 with a score of 120 in production.

Tests completed before July 1, 2024: Overall score of 120, with no subscore below 100.

International Baccalaureate English:A minimum score of at least 4 (predicted or final) in Higher Level or Standard Level English A: Literature or English A: Language and Literature. English B Higher Level is not acceptable. Learn more about IB English.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS):The minimum requirement is an overall band of 6.5, with no band below 6.0. Results from IELTS (Academic) for UKVI test sittings are accepted. Learn more about IELTS.

Note: We do not accept the IELTS Indicator test or results from the IELTS One Skill Retake. Applicants must achieve the scores listed above on a single date.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic:The minimum requirement is an overall score of 65 with no part below 60. Results from PTE (Academic) UKVI test sittings are accepted. Learn more about PTE.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):Tests completed before January 21, 2026:

- The minimum requirement is a total score of 89 with 22 in each of Speaking and Writing
- Applicants must achieve the scores listed above on a single date. TOEFL MyBest (super-scored) results will not be used.

Effective January 21, 2026 there will be a new TOEFL scoring format. Admission requirements for the new scale are under review and will be posted once finalized.

Paper based test: Tests will be reviewed on an individual basis. Learn more about TOEFL

We do not accept TOEFL Essentials, TOEFL ITP or TOEFL ITP Plus for China for admission purposes.

Career

Career outcomes

94%

of Mathematics graduates are employed two years after graduation (HEQCO).

Career options

Aerospace Engineer
Cartographer
Chemical Engineer
Environmental Scientist
Policy and Data Analyst in Government
Hydrologist
Geophysical Data Technician

Further education

Teacher Education
Finance
Engineering
Nuclear Medicine

Admission requirements

Ontario high school

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
at least six (6) grade 12 “U” or “M” courses

Required Grade 12 courses

English
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Physics

Recommended Grade 12 courses

Chemistry

Approximate grade requirements

Minimum 70% English
Mid 70s overall

Learn more about applying as an Ontario high school student

Canadian high school

Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by province

Learn more about diploma requirements in your province

Required Grade 12 courses

English
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Physics

Recommended Grade 12 courses

Chemistry

Approximate grade requirements

Minimum 70% English
Mid 70s overall

Learn more about applying as a Canadian high school student

International high school

Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by country and school system

Learn more about diploma requirements for your country

Required Grade 12 courses

English
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Physics

Recommended Grade 12 courses

Chemistry

Approximate grade requirements

Minimum 70% English
Mid 70s overall

Learn more about applying as an International student

Other applicants

Applicants in unique circumstances

Are you a mature student, transfer student, CEGEP student, or wondering about a different circumstance?

Find your application pathway

Fluent in English

Proof of English language proficiency may be necessary.

More info about English Language Proficiency

Application deadlines

Domestic students

Domestic student deadline

Admission category	Program start	Early application date	Application deadline	Document deadline
Physical and Environmental Sciences	Fall 2026	November 7, 2025	January 15, 2026	February 2, 2026

Learn more about applying as a domestic student

International Students

International student deadline

Admission category	Program start	Early application date	Application deadline	Document deadline
Physical and Environmental Sciences	Fall 2026	November 7, 2025	January 15, 2026	February 2, 2026

Learn more about applying as an international student

First year fee estimates

Please note: these estimates may change based on individual student needs and program requirements. They are meant to help you plan for university and are not guaranteed until identity documents are verified, usually at the time of course enrolment. All costs are in Canadian dollars.

Domestic Ontario resident students

Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance

$10,220 to $11,220

Optional fees Housing, meal plan

$15,750 to $23,770

Grand total first year fees

$10,220 to $35,000

Financial aid, scholarships, and bursaries available for Ontario students

Domestic students outside Ontario

Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance

$11,310 to $12,310

Optional fees Housing, meal plan

$15,750 to $23,770

Grand total first year fees

$11,310 to $36,100

Financial aid, scholarships, and bursaries available for Canadian students

International Students

Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance

$67,700 to $68,700

Optional fees Housing, meal plan

$15,750 to $23,770

Grand total first year fees

$67,700 to $92,470

Scholarships and bursaries available for International students

Common terms

Domestic student
To qualify as a domestic student, you must have the following status in Canada:

Canadian citizen
permanent resident
protected person (e.g. refugee)
Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis)

Ontario resident student
An Ontario resident student is either:

a dependent student whose parent's primary residence is in Ontario
an independent student whose primary residence is in Ontario, and Ontario is the last province in which they have lived for 12 months in a row prior to being a post-secondary student

Why study Physical and Mathematical Sciences at U of T Scarborough

Outstanding faculty

Our faculty are world leaders in developing new numerical techniques, using national supercomputers to run large-scale planetary simulations.

Career options

Prepare for a wide range of career paths and graduate or professional studies, across government, health care, computer science, physics and engineering

Real-world results

Gain skills to use physical principles along with qualitative and quantitative analysis to solve problems.

Student testimonials

I chose UTSC for the prestigious international co-op program and supportive community. Management & Finance gave me clear career direction, while leading Black Students in Business connected me with mentors, peers and resources. It helped me grow as a leader and build a lasting professional network.

Euloge Terance Bindzi Oyono, BBA graduate, Management and Finance (Specialist), Economics (Minor)

Ready to apply?

Applications must be submitted through the Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC). You will need to know the admission category and OUAC code for the program you are applying for.

Admission category
Physical & Environmental Sciences

OUAC code

TSP

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