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Accounting

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Actuarial Science

BA offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Actuarial Science (BA) Join our personalized, hands-on program in the growing field of financial risk management and learn to foretell an uncertain future. Write the actuarial certification exams key to becoming an in-demand business professional. Take courses in mathematics, statistics, economics, finance and communications to prepare for a successful career. Career paths include: actuary, financial analyst, operations research and optimization.

Undergraduate Certificate

Actuarial Science

Offered by Faculty of Science

Undergraduate Certificate

Advocacy & Public Engagement

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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African Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

African Studies (BA) One of Canada's longest running programs, students can pursue their interest in Africa and gain personal and political insight on topics such as African history, people and the continent’s role in global affairs. Career paths include: international development officer, policy analyst, journalist, community outreach coordinator.

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Anthropology

BA, iBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Anthropology (BA, iBA) Become an informed global citizen by delving into a comparative study of the world’s societies and cultures. Develop the knowledge and skills to think critically and productively about how class, race, gender and ethnic identities are produced and expressed in shifting local and global contexts of power. Career paths include: development officer, foreign affairs worker, educator.

Undergraduate Certificate

Anti-Racist Research & Practice

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Applied Mathematics

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Applied Mathematics (BA, BSc) Learn mathematical modeling and use computer simulations and data analysis to solve real-world problems in areas such as epidemiology, high speed computing, climate change, energy storage and mathematical finance. Career paths include: financial analyst, epidemiologist, scientific computing.

Undergraduate Certificate

Athletic Therapy

Offered by Faculty of Health

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Bachelor of Education (BEd.)

BEd offered by Faculty of Education

Education (BEd) Take advantage of the most diverse undergraduate education curriculum in Ontario, with the Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Education in Technological Education degree programs. Seize opportunities in French language-education, Jewish teacher education, Indigenous education and a formal Specialization in International Education. Complete qualifications in one of the most extensive ranges of Intermediate-Senior teachable subjects in the province. In our Concurrent BEd program, you will work toward your Education degree while completing almost any other York undergraduate degree. You can apply from high school (for select Faculties). Completing this program leads to a recommendation to the Ontario College of Teachers for a teaching certificate. Students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or are currently in their last year of postsecondary studies can apply to the two-year full-time Consecutive BEd program. Career paths include: teacher, principal, education policy adviser.

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Bachelor of Education (French)

BEd offered by Faculty of Education

Education (French as a Second Language) (BEd) This program prepares students to teach in Immersion, Extended and Core French environments. Not only will you build your French proficiency while learning to be a teacher, but you’ll learn leading-edge methods specific to teaching French, in French. 

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Biochemistry

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Biochemistry (BSc) Explore biological systems at the molecular level. Analyze the physiology and the structures, properties and changes of biomatter. Put your knowledge to use in areas like medical diagnostics, food safety, cosmetics chemistry and environmental monitoring. Career paths include: pharmacologist, toxicologist, biomedical researcher, nutrition and crop scientist.

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Biology

BSc, iBSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Biology (BSc, iBSc) Contemplate life on scales ranging from the cellular to the global level. Choose from courses in molecular genetics and cell biology, biochemistry, zoology, physiology, plant science, evolution and ecology. Whatever your focus, you’ll have first-rate laboratory experiences and research opportunities. Career paths include: botanist, physician, medical researcher.

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Biology / Biologie

BSc offered by Glendon

Biology (BSc, iBSc) Explore major topics in the first and only BSc Biology program in southern Ontario that offers courses in English and French. Study conservation biology, ecology and animal behaviour with direct access to a living lab in our own forested “backyard.”

Undergraduate Program

Biomedical Science

BSc, iBSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Biomedical Science (BSc, iBSc) Understand the body on molecular, cellular and macro levels, and how this knowledge can help prevent and treat illness. Draw on different areas of life science, including biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, physiology and biotechnology. Career paths include: microbiologist, virologist, physician, dentist, pharmacist, biomedical scientist.

Undergraduate Program

Biotechnology

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Biotechnology (BSc) Apply science and engineering in the innovative use of living organisms to improve the quality of our food, health and environment. Uses include the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the improvement of agricultural crops and productivity. Career paths include: biomanufacturing scientist, regulatory affairs officer, agricultural product researcher.

Undergraduate Certificate

Black Canadian Studies

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Business & Society

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Business & Society (BA) Gain an in-depth understanding of the impact of business on society and the relationships between business, social structures and government. Blend philosophical, historical, economical, geographical, sociological and political approaches to studying the relation between business and society. Career paths include: non-profit business manager, public servant, business professional.

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Business Administration

BBA offered by Schulich School of Business

Business Administration (BBA) Join Schulich’s honours degree program—the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) for a challenging and rewarding full-time course of study. Develop critical thinking and analytical skills while establishing a solid foundation in business concepts, ensuring that when you graduate you will have the skills and knowledge necessary for success in today’s global marketplace. Career paths include: consultant, investment banking analyst, financial analyst, accountant, brand/marketing manager.

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Business Economics

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Business Economics (BA) Apply economic theory to analyze the factors that influence firms’ profits and strategic decision-making. Leverage advanced data analysis to assess the effects of public policies on business organizations, and develop highly marketable analytical and technical skills that are sought after in today’s dynamic labor market. Career paths include: business analyst, management consultant, strategic planner.

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Business Economics / Économie et commerce

BA, iBA Bilingual, iBA Trilingual offered by Glendon

Business Economics (BA, iBA) Have a business and management mindset but also want to perfect your people skills? Our program combines business administration and economics with a special emphasis on international business and humanities.

Undergraduate Certificate

Canadian Business for Internationally Educated Professionals

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Chinese Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in French

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in German Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Certificate of Proficiency in Italian Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Japanese Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Modern Greek Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Modern Hebrew Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Modern Korean Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate of Proficiency in Spanish Language

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Chemistry

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Chemistry (BSc) Explore the world around you on the molecular level by learning to design, build and test molecules with properties and reactivities that are critical to human health, sustainable materials and a clean environment. Take the optional stream in Pharmaceutical & Biological Chemistry to explore interactions between biological systems and chemicals including pharmaceuticals. Career paths include: medicinal chemist, air-quality analyst, forensic scientist, food and cosmetic chemist, further professional training in medicine, pharmacy, education or law.

Undergraduate Certificate

Children's Literature

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Children, Childhood and Youth

BA, Certificate offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Children, Childhood & Youth (BA) Explore the experiences and representations of children and youth throughout history and from cultures around the world. Develop an understanding of how children themselves make sense of the world. Career paths include: children’s rights advocate, teacher, international development worker.

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Cities, Regions, Planning

BES offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Co-op Option Available

Have you ever looked at your city and thought..."There has to be a better way." Cities don’t just happen by accident. Every neighbourhood started as someone’s idea. They are designed by people like you. Imagine graduating with the ability to shape the future of where people live. Every park. Every bike lane. Every transit project. Someone planned it. Why not you? Why not here? In Cities, Regions, Planning, you'll explore how communities are designed, governed, and transformed while gaining hands-on experience that prepares you to create more equitable, sustainable, and livable places for everyone.

Career paths include: urban, land use or transportation planner; policy advisor; LEED technical coordinator.

Undergraduate Program

Civil Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Civil Engineering (BEng)

Imagine designing the places where we live, work and connect. As a Civil Engineering student at Lassonde, you’ll join a community who’s driven to make a difference.

You’ll explore how transportation networks, water systems and other essential infrastructure are planned, built and maintained, while learning how new technologies, innovative materials and sustainable solutions are shaping smarter communities.

Career paths include: Construction and Project Manager, Transportation Planner, Environmental Regulators and Steward, Municipal and Sanitary Engineer, Structural and Geotechnical Engineer, Natural Resources Developer, Government and Public Works Engineer.

Undergraduate Certificate

Climate Solutions and Sustainable Energy

Offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

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Cognitive Science

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Cognitive Science (BA) Study the mind and its processes. Examine the nature of thought, memory, perception and language in a variety of courses from philosophy, psychology, linguistics, information technology and computer science. Career paths include: neuroscientist, speech pathologist, educator.

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Commerce

BCom offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Commerce (BCom) Broaden your career horizons and gain practical business experience in one of the largest undergraduate business programs in Canada. Focus areas include: Accounting (CPA accredited), Business Research, Business Technology Management, Finance, Human Resource Management, Information Technology Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management.  

Undergraduate Program

Commerce Qualification Year

BCom offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Commerce Qualification Year If you don’t initially meet the admission requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce program, the Commerce Qualification Year is designed for you. It mirrors closely the first year of study in Commerce, and successful completion will allow you entry into your designated program.

Undergraduate Program

Communication & Media Studies

BA, iBA/BBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Communication & Media Studies (BA, iBA) Learn to question, analyze and creatively reflect on the wide range of media systems and communication technologies that permeate professional and everyday lives. Learn how culture and media are intrinsically intertwined, from the expression of identities and social relations to the circulation of ideas and the shaping of social and political values. Career paths include: media creator, media researcher, social media manager.

Undergraduate Program

Communication, Social Media & Public Relations

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

This specialized stream will provide students with a solid foundation in the discipline of communication and media studies, with an intensive focus on the study of social media and public relations.

Undergraduate Program

Communications / Communications

BA offered by Glendon

Communications (BA, iBA) Join a Communications program that is one-of-a-kind in Canada and get ready to meet a global need for communications professionals with an international perspective.

Undergraduate Program

Computer Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Computer Engineering (BEng)

At Lassonde, you will learn how computer engineering shapes the world around us, from intelligent systems to connected devices.

From your first year, you will build a strong foundation in engineering through Lassonde’s common core. Your experience combines lectures, hands-on labs, team projects and problem-solving sessions that help you apply what you learn right away. You begin thinking, designing, and collaborating like an engineer from the start.

Career paths include: Robotics Engineer, Biomedical Instrumentation Specialist, Embedded Systems Developer, DevOps Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Remote Sensing Specialist, IoT/Cloud Developer, Mobile Device Developer, and Computer Hardware Engineer.

Undergraduate Program

Computer Science

BA, iBA, BSc, iBSc offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Computer Science (BA, BSc, iBA, iBSc)

Computer science is changing fast, and AI is transforming the field in exciting ways. As AI takes on more routine tasks, computer scientists are focusing on work that is more creative, collaborative and impactful than ever before.

At Lassonde, you’ll build strong foundations in programming, algorithms, data structures and systems through hands-on labs, team projects and supervised work experiences.

Career paths include: Software and Network Developer, Data Scientist, Cloud Computing Specialist, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Developer, Robotics Systems Developer, Virtual Reality System Developer, Human/Computer Interface Designer, Cyber Security Analyst, App Developer.

Undergraduate Program

Computer Science for Software Development

BASc offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

This program combines computer science theory with experiential learning, collaborative projects, and software development experience. You’ll build skills in programming, web development, system design, problem-solving, and AI-enabled technologies while exploring ethics, privacy, communication, teamwork, and computing’s social impact.

Career paths include: Computer Systems Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst, Data Scientist, Information Security Analyst, Machine Learning Specialist, Software Developer, Software Engineer – Full-stack.

Undergraduate Program

Creative Technologies

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Co-op Option Available

Become a creative entrepreneur applying your digital creative skills to build brand new businesses, projects, companies, and initiatives and reshape the technical and creative industries. 

Undergraduate Program

Creative Writing

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Creative Writing (BA) Pursue literary writing and introduce yourself to a variety of forms and styles employed and experimented with by well-known authors. Career paths include: editor, novelist, poet.

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Criminology

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Criminology (BA) Study crime, criminality and the criminal justice system. Learn about the complexities of criminal justice issues and how they are shaped by larger social, political, economic, cultural and historical context. Career paths include: lawyer, police officer, community outreach worker.

Undergraduate Program

Criminology Qualification year

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Criminology Qualification Year If you don’t initially meet the admission requirements for Criminology, this program is designed for you. It mirrors closely the first year of study in Criminology, and successful completion will allow you entry into your designated program.

Undergraduate Certificate

Cross-Disciplinary Certificate in Public History

Offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design, Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, Glendon

Undergraduate Certificate

Cultural and Artistic Practice for Environmental and Social Justice

Offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Undergraduate Certificate

Culture, Medicine & Health

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Cybersecurity

BA, BSc offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Cybersecurity (BA, BSc)

Launch your future in one of today’s most in-demand fields. Cybersecurity at Lassonde gives you the skills to protect the systems our world depends on, from banks and hospitals to streaming platforms and smart technologies. As these systems become smarter, AI is transforming how they operate and are protected, increasing the need for skilled, forward-thinking professionals.

Career paths include: Computer Systems Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Software Developer, Software Engineer – Fullstack, Cyber Security Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Data Scientist, Machine Learning Specialist.

Undergraduate Program

Dance

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Dance (BFA)

Join Canada’s largest and most comprehensive dance program! Designed to inspire, develop and enhance creative movement and critical thinking, the Dance program balances practice and theory. You will graduate with a strong foundation in technique, choreography, creative practice and dance studies. Perform on stage, collaborate with other artists, learn about production and design, and gain hands-on experience that prepares you for a career in dance.

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Data Science

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Data Science (BA, BSc) Study an interdisciplinary field focused on extracting knowledge from data and applying insights to solve real world problems. Analyze real-world data from business, health, etc. and become prepared to obtain meaningful employment in data science. Career paths include: data scientist, machine learning engineer, data architect.

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Design

BDes offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Dive into the world of design at York, where you’ll turn complex ideas into powerful, real-world experiences. Get hands-on with UX/UI, visual communication and information design in small classes, with access to our Fabrication Lab and 24/7 studio spaces.

Undergraduate Certificate

Digital Health

Offered by Faculty of Health

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Digital Media

BA offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Digital Media (BA)

Interested in both tech and creativity? Our Digital Media program is a unique combination of art, science and innovation that prepares you for exciting careers in the gaming and digital world. In this program, you’ll explore the intersection of creative expression and cutting-edge technology, think video game design, sound, virtual reality, data visualization and interactive installations.

Career paths include: User Experience and Interface Designer, Game Developer, Special Effects Expert, New Media Artist, Digital Media Strategist, Digital Marketing Developer, Social Media Manager, Virtual Reality Developer.

Undergraduate Program

Digital Media

BA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Co-op Option Available

Interested in both tech and creativity? Our Digital Media program is a unique combination of art, science and innovation that prepares you for exciting careers in the gaming and digital world. In this program, you’ll explore the intersection of creative expression and cutting-edge technology, think video game design, sound, virtual reality, data visualization and interactive installations.

Undergraduate Program

Digital Technologies

BASc offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Canada’s first fully work-integrated degree, Digital Technologies combines university learning with paid work experience. Before transitioning to the workplace, you’ll build the technical and professional skills needed to succeed through hands-on courses, industry projects, career preparation and employer connections with organizations such as Shopify, IBM, EY and RBC.

Career paths include: Cybersecurity Analyst, Data Scientist, Software Developer, Systems Designer, Information Management Specialist.

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Disaster & Emergency Management

BDEM offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Disaster & Emergency Management (BDEM) Explore key methodologies and strategies used by emergency management professionals while honing your ability to analyze and think critically. This program provides students with the academic knowledge and technical skills necessary to aid in the prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery from disasters and emergencies. Career paths include: business continuity planner, disaster recovery coordinator, emergency manager.

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Earth & Atmospheric Science

BSc offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Earth & Atmospheric Science (BSc) If you’re curious about storms, climate change and why the weather behaves the way it does, this program is for you. Atmospheric Science at Lassonde blends meteorology, climate science and data analytics so you can understand, model and forecast the atmosphere—from local severe weather to global climate trends. 

Career paths include: Meteorologist / Operational Forecaster, Atmospheric or Climate Scientist, Environmental or Air Quality Consultant, Aviation / Defence Meteorology, Weather and Climate Data Analyst.

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Economics

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Economics (BA)

Master the analytical skills necessary to understand and shed light on a wide range of contemporary economic challenges such as inflation, income inequality, the gender wage gap, trade and globalization, economic development and climate change. Gain marketable skills to pursue careers in the government, non-profit, and private sectors, or to further your studies. Career paths include: economist, market analyst, policy adviser.

Undergraduate Program

Economics / Science économique

BA offered by Glendon

Economics (BA, iBA) Gain insights into how individuals, businesses, governments and societies make choices in a world where resources are limited. Learn from professors with strong international backgrounds, real-world experience and a wide variety of specializations.

Undergraduate Program

Economics Qualification Year

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

If you don’t initially meet the admission requirements for Economics, Business Economics or Financial & Business Economics, this program is designed for you. It mirrors closely the first year of all three programs, and successful completion will allow you entry into your designated program.

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Educational Studies

BA offered by Faculty of Education

Educational Studies (BA) Through learning placements and other experiential opportunities, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to educate outside the traditional classroom in roles that bridge sectors. Study how and why people learn and what roles education plays in today’s society. Career paths include: community educator, corporate trainer, governmental and non-governmental agency trainer.

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Electrical Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Electrical Engineering (BEng)

From modern telecommunication systems to renewable power generation or medical devices, electrical engineers develop skills that are in demand in diverse industries. 

In Lassonde’s Electrical Engineering program, you will have the chance to train your hands and your mind. We will first teach you about the big concepts that make up electrical engineering. You will gain in-depth knowledge as you learn about designing a whole slew of power electronics, signal processors and assistive medical devices in your upper years. 

Career paths include: Power and Energy Engineer, Consumer Electronics Specialist, Medical Device Developer, Energy Management Systems Specialist, Industrial Electronics Engineer, Wireless Engineer, Electronics Design Engineer, SoC Design Engineer, Computer Hardware Engineer, Communications Hardware Engineer.

Undergraduate Certificate

Emergency Management

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

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Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Students in Engineering begin their studies with a foundational common first-year. The first-year courses in applied mathematics, physical sciences, programming and engineering provide a strong base for branching out into the engineering majors. We believe this approach gives you time to explore your passions and find your fit. 

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Engineering & International Development Studies

BA, BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Engineering & International Development Studies (BA, BEng) Are you passionate about using the power of engineering to help solve challenges on an international scale? With this program, you will learn how you can help international communities improve water sanitation or create sustainable cities. Explore our five-year BEng and BA dual-degree in Engineering & International Development Studies.  

Career paths include: development engineer, international project planner.

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English

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

English (BA) Delve into some of the world’s most celebrated literature across a wide range of genres, cultures and periods. Learn to think and write critically and prepare to succeed in any career that requires effective communication. Career paths include: editor, writer, public relations officer.

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English & Professional Writing

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

English & Professional Writing (BA) Take the unique pathway that blends English and Professional Writing programs. Learn what highlights and enhances the relationship between the two fields of study. Gain in-demand skills suitable for a wide range of careers. Career paths include: advertising and marketing professional, corporate communications, digital media specialist.

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation

BCom offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Entrepreneurship & Innovation (BCom) Designed for aspiring innovators and changemakers, this program builds on York's strong foundation in business education, enhanced by pedagogical innovation through experiential education, e-learning and other high-impact practices. Students put ideas into action through hackathons, pitch competitions, startup ventures, new product development, social enterprise initiatives, and engagement with the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Undergraduate Program

Environmental Arts and Justice

BES offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Co-op Option Available

Creativity changes conversations. Conversations change communities. Art can change the world… if you know how to use it. We’ll teach you how to amplify your voice and create stories that move people to action. Your creativity and your voice can be your career. Start your journey here. In Environmental Arts & Justice, you'll use creative practice, critical thinking, and community engagement to explore some of today's most urgent environmental and social issues—and  create new possibilities for the future.

Career paths include: environmental lawyer, policy developer, diversity & equity professional, artist and designer, outreach educator

Undergraduate Program

Environmental Science

BSc offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Co-op Option Available

Climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and ecosystems in decline are reshaping our world. Environmental Science gives you the tools to understand these challenges and the skills to help solve them. Through fieldwork, research, and hands-on learning, you'll gain real-world experience tackling environmental issues while preparing for careers that make a lasting impact.

Career paths include: aquatic scientist, conservationist, environmental control specialist.

Undergraduate Program

Ethics and Political Philosophy / Éthique et philosophie politique

BA offered by Glendon

Philosophy (BA, iBA) Sharpen your ability to analyze, to question accepted beliefs and to express ideas clearly. Discussions in our small classes will help you develop a better understanding of different points of view and to become a better thinker, debater and writer. 

Undergraduate Program

Film Production

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Learn the art of filmmaking from every angle, whether it’s directing, cinematography, editing or sound design. Dive into the world of storytelling, creating projects that inspire, entertain and make a difference. Channel your creativity through hands-on technical practice and build your portfolio with mentorship from award-winning professionals.

Undergraduate Program

Film Studies and Creative Media Industries

BA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Explore the world of film and media through history, theory and criticism! You’ll examine film, television, gaming, social media and moving-image media through cultural, technological, industrial and aesthetic perspectives, gaining a broad understanding of global cinema and today’s fast-changing media landscape.

Undergraduate Program

Financial & Business Economics

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Financial & Business Economics (BA) Learn how the financial world functions. Examine the stock market and how companies are financed. You'll benefit from a rigorous quantitative and analytical economic approach with practical business applications, preparing you for a successful career in finance and beyond. Career paths include: financial analyst, venture capitalist, corporate manager

Undergraduate Certificate

Financial Planning

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Financial Technologies

BSc offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Financial Technologies (BSc) The program integrates courses in computing including AI and data analytics for financial data, secure high-assurance financial systems design and financial cryptography with economics, finance and management courses including mathematical finance, banking, payment systems, portfolio management and management information systems.

Undergraduate Program

First Year Engineering Core Program

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

At Lassonde, you get the best of both worlds – discover your passion with exposure to all our engineering disciplines in our foundation year or, if you already know what you want, lock-in your specialization with our Engineering Program Guarantee, part of our optional Boost co-application.

Whatever option you choose, you will join our common Engineering foundation year, and specialization courses begin in your second year. When you apply to Lassonde, your application would be to “Engineering” only. However, you can secure a spot in your preferred Engineering program before you accept your offer of admission. 

If you change your mind about your program during your first year, or if you aren’t sure now which Engineering program you are most interested in – that’s ok – we guarantee that some of the spaces in each program will be available for students to choose after their first year. You can apply to change programs for your second year. Our Boost co-application allows you to indicate your choices for the Engineering Program Guarantee process. We will send you a personalized link to access the co-application after you apply.

All engineering programs are accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. Co-op is available for all streams and is optional.

Undergraduate Program

First Year Exploration / Première année exploratoire

BA, BSc offered by Glendon

First Year Exploration (BA) If you’re entering your first year of university and unsure of where your interests lie, First Year Exploration can help you explore your interests, make a smooth transition to university and choose your major in second year.

Undergraduate Certificate

Fitness Assessment & Exercise Counselling

Offered by Faculty of Health

Undergraduate Program

French Studies

BA, iBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

French Studies (BA, iBA) The French Studies program focuses on the study of language, linguistics and literature while exploring francophone culture around the world. Small class sizes give you plenty of opportunity to speak French and interact with professors, classmates and the wider francophone community. Career paths include: public servant business and development professional, educator.

Undergraduate Program

French Studies / Études françaises

BA offered by Glendon

French Studies (BA, iBA) Study some of the greatest literary works of the French-speaking world, trace the development of the language, improve your level of spoken and written French and better understand the cultures attached to the French language. 

Undergraduate Certificate

Gender & Women's Studies

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies (BA) Discover the intersections of gender, race, class, age, ability and sexuality in popular culture, everyday life, the arts, the sciences, politics, societies and the economy.

Undergraduate Program

Geomatics Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Want to help create smart cities and find solutions to current real-world issues like COVID-19 tracking and autonomous driving? Geomatics is a field that collects geospatial data about the world around us and uses tools like land surveying, remote sensing, GIS systems, geography and computer science to help digitize the world.

Career Paths Include: Geospatial Engineer, Mission Systems Engineer, Navigation and Position Systems Engineer, Mobile Mapping Specialist, Cadastral Land Surveyor.

Undergraduate Certificate

Geomatics: Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing

Offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Undergraduate Program

Global Geography

BA offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Co-op Option Available

Global Geography (BA) Global Geography is about knowing your world and how it works, from the largest cities to the most remote environments. We apply ways of thinking that bring together the arts and sciences to find solutions to real world problems. Career paths include: Geo-demographic and environmental analyst, conservation planner, climatologist.

Undergraduate Program

Global Health

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Health

Co-op Option Available

Global Health (BA, BSc) 

Join Canada’s first undergraduate program in Global Health and examine the world’s most urgent health challenges that transcend national borders such as climate change, pandemics, chronic diseases, and more. Tackle global health issues by building multidisciplinary knowledge, effective leadership skills, and a deep commitment to health equity and social justice. Engage in hands-on experiential learning, research, community partnerships, and opportunities to study or work internationally. Prepare for a wide range of impactful careers, such as in public health, governance, medicine*, and law* (*with post-graduate training). Advance health and health equity for all at local, regional, and global levels. 

Undergraduate Program

Global Work & Labour Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Global Work & Labour Studies (BA): Through hands-on courses, develop essential skills while exploring how policy, economics, law, technology, climate change and worker rights are transforming the future of work in Canada and worldwide. Career paths include: employment lawyer, career counsellor, labour market analyst.

Undergraduate Program

Health & Society

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Health & Society (BA) Develop the tools to understand health and illness in real-life situations and as reflections of larger social processes. Examine how globalizing economies shape illness and health care, and learn to appreciate the role played by social forces and cultural change in shaping individual well-being. Career paths include: community health advocate, healthcare worker, public health officer.

Undergraduate Program

Health Policy, Management & Digital Health

BHS offered by Faculty of Health

Co-op Option Available

Health Policy, Management & Digital Health (Specialized Honours BHS)

Explore how you can become an agent of change in the Canadian health sector, where the demand for highly skilled project managers, digital health specialists, and policy analysts has never been higher. This interdisciplinary program focuses on health systems, policies, and digital tools, with an emphasis on analyzing and improving healthcare systems and services. Gain in depth knowledge and understanding of the social determinants of health, health policy, health management and digital health, including advances in AI.  Apply this learning through an optional practicum, where you will gain work-based experience at a hospital or healthcare organization.

Undergraduate Certificate

Health Services Financial Management

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, Faculty of Health

Undergraduate Program

Health Studies

BHS offered by Faculty of Health

Co-op Option Available

Health Studies (Honours BHS)

Want to improve health care systems, shape health policy, or use data to drive better decisions? The Honours Bachelor of Health Studies (BHS) is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on health systems, policies, and digital tools, with an emphasis on analyzing and improving healthcare and understanding the social determinants of health. With the flexibility to customize your degree, in the Health Studies Honours program you can complete the honours major or pursue a double major or add a minor in another field. You can build career-ready skills through an applied field project or choose electives that prepare you for graduate or professional programs in law, medicine, or related areas. BHS graduates are career ready for non-clinical health professional roles such as health care managers, digital health specialists, and policy experts

Undergraduate Certificate

Hebrew & Jewish Studies: Advanced

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

History

BA, iBA, Certificate offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

History (BA, iBA) By studying the past, deepen your understanding of the present and acquire the skills necessary to succeed in today’s world: critical thinking and analysis, research, and effective oral and written communication. Explore the historical period that interests you. Career paths include: educator, journalist, lawyer.

Undergraduate Certificate

Human Resource Management

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Human Resource Management

BHRM, Certificate offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Human Resources Management (BHRM) Become a successful Human Resource (HR) professional able to deal effectively with challenging workplace issues. Explore industrial relations, career management, gender and diversity, recruitment and selection, economics and statistics, training and development. Career paths include: human resource professional, corporate coaching and training, compensation analyst.

Undergraduate Certificate

Human Resource Management for Internationally Educated Professionals

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Human Rights & Equity Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Human Rights & Equity Studies (BA) Explore local and global issues of human rights and equity, including the denial of rights to education, health services, freedom of speech, economic security and political safety. This program explores the ethical principles of human rights as well as the roots and impact of human rights violations and efforts of remedy. Career paths include: international human rights worker, refugee and migrant advocate, trade union equity officer.

Undergraduate Program

Humanities

BA, iBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Humanities (BA, iBA) This program takes a 21st-century approach emphasizing the different ways in which human cultures and their multiple forms of expression have fired the human imagination, have developed historically and continue to develop today. Career paths include: advertising executive, educator, journalist.

Undergraduate Certificate

Indigenous Studies

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Indigenous Studies

BA, Certificate offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Indigenous Studies (BA) Explore solutions to contemporary issues faced by diverse Indigenous Peoples, Canadians and other peoples around the world. Placements with Indigenous and supporting organizations provide you with cultural and experiential knowledge about Indigenous lands, languages and cultures. Career paths include: policy analyst, community worker, land claims negotiator.

Undergraduate Program

Individualized Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Individualized Studies

Pursue your interests and build your own customized study program, starting in second year.

Undergraduate Program

Information Technology

BA, BCom offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Information Technology (BA, BCom) Discover the world of Information Technology (IT) and become an IT professional able to design, implement, customize and manage technologies. Gain the knowledge and skills to match information technology products and services with business goals. Develop the ability to plan, analyze, design, build, administer and audit information systems that connect technical and non-technical users. Career paths include: business analyst, IT manager, IT consultant.

Undergraduate Certificate

Information Technology Auditing & Assurance

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Information Technology for Internationally Educated Professionals

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Integrative Arts

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Can't decide on just one creative pathway? At AMPD, you don’t have to.   

Explore the arts in a brand new way with our Integrative Arts program, where creativity, self-discovery and critical thinking intersect. Become a well-rounded artist with expertise across various disciplines and creative fields. Focused on the intersection of arts, entrepreneurship and technology, you will learn through collaboration inside and outside the classroom.

Undergraduate Program

Interdisciplinary Social Science

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Interdisciplinary Social Science (BA) Develop a solid grounding in interdisciplinary social science research methods and critical social theory. Examine historical and contemporary issues, like social justice and diversity, sustainability and the environment, identity and social exclusion, diaspora and global development. Career paths include: social policy worker, journalist, social advocate.

Undergraduate Program

International Development Studies

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

International Development Studies (BA) Explore the foundations of international development theory. Study the realities facing communities throughout the world, the challenges and opportunities for the Global South in the face of existing inequalities, and contributing factors of inequalities between the rich and the poor. Understand the political, institutional, cultural, socio-economic and ecological causes affecting international development. Career paths include: international development professional, officer in a non-governmental, governmental or international agency, teacher.

Undergraduate Program

International Studies & Business Administration / Études internationales et administration des affaires

iBA/BBA, Joint Program offered by Glendon

International Studies & Business Administration Dual Degree (iBA/BBA) This dual degree program gives you an international Bachelor of Arts in international studies from Glendon, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from France’s #1 business incubator, the emlyon business school. Earn a business education with a liberal arts background enriched by international experience and Glendon’s trademark excellence in French-language training.

Undergraduate Program

International Studies / Études internationales

BA offered by Glendon

International Studies (BA, iBA) The first of its kind in Canada, this program offers a deeper understanding of how governments, law, politics, business, culture, science and the environment relate on the international stage. Our bilingual and trilingual international bachelor's degree options position students well in a competitive global marketplace. 

Undergraduate Certificate

Investment Management

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Jewish Studies

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Kinesiology & Health Science

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Health

Co-op Option Available

Kinesiology and Health Science (BA, BSc) examine how physical activity enhances health, prevents disease, and supports overall well-being of individuals and communities, locally and globally. This nationally accredited program explores the impact of physical activity on the body and health through scientific, behavioural, and sociocultural lenses. Apply your learning through hands-on labs and York’s unique movement-based courses. 

Whether you are preparing for medical school or a career in rehabilitation science (e.g., athletic therapy, physiotherapy, and more), fitness training and coaching, healthcare policy and administration, or research, you will graduate ready to make a difference through physical activity. 

Undergraduate Certificate

Language Proficiency

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Law & Social Thought / Droit et pensée sociale

Offered by Glendon

Undergraduate Program

Law & Society

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Law & Society (BA) Develop an understanding of the relationship between society and law, and the social factors that affect law such as race, gender, age, sexuality and class. Use real-world problems and examples to critically examine the impact of law on people’s lives. This is not a pre-law preparatory program. Career paths include: lawyer, legal assistant, community worker.

Undergraduate Certificate

Law & Society

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Law & Society Qualification year

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Law & Society Qualification Year If you don’t initially meet the admission requirements for the competitive Law & Society, this program is designed for you. It mirrors closely the first year of study in Law & Society, and successful completion will allow you entry into your designated program.

Undergraduate Program

Law - Juris Doctor

JD, Joint Program offered by Osgoode Hall Law School

Law - Juris Doctor (JD) We offer an innovative, interdisciplinary and comprehensive legal education focused on law in action. Our students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills through an extensive array of courses, experiential programs, summer internships, international exchanges and research opportunities. Career paths include: lawyer, business, government.

Undergraduate Program

Linguistics

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Linguistics (BA) What is the relation between language and society? Why and how does language change through time? How do language and thought relate? Explore all these questions and more through a range of courses that have applications to teaching, speech-language pathology and communication engineering. Career paths include: educator, speech/language pathologist, audiologist or lawyer.

Undergraduate Program

Linguistics, Language and Society / Linguistique et sciences du langage

BA offered by Glendon

Linguistics, Language and Society (BA, iBA) Examine the building blocks of languages, how they develop over time, how people learn languages, how regional accents differ and more. Our professors are experts in the study of sound properties, word patterns, meaning, language evolution and more.

Undergraduate Certificate

Logistics

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Management

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Marketing

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Mathematics

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Mathematics (BA, BSc) Study foundational concepts in Mathematics and develop essential problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and abstract thinking. Join a community dedicated to the analysis, interpretation, and improvement of our world. Learn a wide variety of topics in pure mathematics and engage in research projects with individual faculty members. Career paths include: economics, financial analysis, law.

Undergraduate Program

Mathematics and its Applications / Mathématique et ses applications

BA, iBA offered by Glendon

Mathematics and Its Application (BA, iBA) Glendon’s mathematics program will develop your knowledge in pure and applied mathematics, including linear and modern algebra, mathematical analysis, topology and geometry, probability and statistics and the mathematics of investment and of actuarial science. 

Undergraduate Program

Mathematics for Education

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Mathematics for Education (BA, BSc) After a foundational first year, combine studies in mathematics, statistics and education, develop a wide perspective on the teaching and learning of mathematics, and receive a BA or BSc in Mathematics for Education. Complete your teacher qualification with a BEd from York. Career paths include: math teacher, math education researcher, educational developer, education policy advisor, or any career requiring strong quantitative skills.

Undergraduate Program

Mechanical Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Mechanical Engineering (BEng)

Mechanical Engineering is one of the broadest engineering disciplines. You will develop a wide range of technical skills and knowledge to complete diverse engineering tasks for a cleaner and healthier environment. 

You will start by learning the fundamental knowledge that serves as the foundation for mechanical engineering. After first year, you will have the chance to focus in and explore what you are most passionate about – Mechanism Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical Systems, Fluid Dynamics, Solid Mechanics, CAD (computer-aided design) and Computer Simulation Tools, Control, Mechatronics, Vibrations and Actuators, and System Engineering. 

Career paths include: Aerospace Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Mechatronic Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Material Engineer, Biomechanical Engineer, Stress and Structural Engineer, Control and Artificial Intelligence Engineer, Automation and Instrumentation Engineer, Robotic Engineer, Design Engineer, Testing and Diagnostic Engineer, System Engineer.

Undergraduate Program

Mechatronics Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Mechatronics Engineering blends mechanical design, electronics, control and software into one integrated discipline. From your first term you learn to design, build and validate complete systems—bringing together sensors and actuators, embedded controllers, data and algorithms to create intelligent products that work in the real world. 

Career paths include: Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics/Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Autonomous Systems Engineer, Medical/Assistive.

Undergraduate Program

Media Arts

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Immerse yourself in the future of media creation! Our students create work inside game engines and in virtual production studios, learn special effects, create art and stories for virtual and augmented reality, experiment with animation, build pieces for immersive sonic environments and co-create with artificial intelligence tools.

Undergraduate Certificate

Meteorology

Offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Undergraduate Program

Music

BA, BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Explore, perform and create new sounds with flexible course options and first-class facilities. You’ll build the skills to thrive as a musician, composer, teacher, music producer and more with mentorship from acclaimed practitioners and through a variety of performance opportunities in various showcases and ensembles.

Undergraduate Program

Neuroscience

BSc offered by Faculty of Health, Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Faculty of Health and Faculty of Science 

Discover how the brain and nervous system shape everything from movement to memory. Jointly offered by the Faculty of Health and the Faculty of Science, York’s Neuroscience program explores the structure and function of the nervous system, uncovering how neural systems shape cognition, emotion, and physiological processes. Through research and hands-on learning, you will gain the knowledge and skills to address neurological and mental health challenges. 

The program’s small class sizes create a supportive, close-knit learning environment where you can build strong connections with fellow students, faculty, and community partners. Together in this collaborative environment you will explore the development, structure, and adaptability of the nervous system, including how it changes whether naturally or through human intervention.   

Experience active learning through labs, case studies, simulations, interviews, and team-based projects, where you will learn by doing and not just listening. You will also have the option to participate in a co-op program, gaining paid, real-world experience while building your professional network.  

Prepare for careers in neuroscience research, health technology, and clinical or graduate studies in fields such as medicine, psychology, and biomedical science. 

Choose from one of three entry pathways: 

Neuroscience – Kinesiology & Health Science BSc (Faculty of Health) 

Neuroscience – Psychology BSc (Faculty of Health) 

Neuroscience – Biology BSc (Faculty of Science) 

Undergraduate Program

Nursing

BScN offered by Faculty of Health

The practice of nursing is the promotion of health and the assessment, care, and treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventive, therapeutic, palliative, and rehabilitative means.  

York offers three BScN options that lead to the designation of Registered Nurse: Direct Entry Nursing, 2nd Entry Nursing and the Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses. Study topics such as health assessment, the Canadian healthcare system, pathophysiology, episodic and common health challenges, leadership and more. All three programs blend academic excellence with immersive, hands-on training in our Nursing Simulation Centre and clinical practicums to build the knowledge and skills to excel in diverse healthcare settings. Explore specialized nursing practice with optional streams in High Acuity, Critical Care or Mental Health, Illness, and Addiction, and Nursing Leadership and Care of the Older Adult. Career paths include: Registered Nurse, Community Nurse, Emergency Room Nurse, ICU Nurse, Home Care Nurse, Travel Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Paediatric Nurse and more.

Undergraduate Program

Nursing: 4-Year Direct Entry Nursing

BScN offered by Faculty of Health

Direct Entry Nursing is a 4-year program designed for students who have no previous nursing education and no prior university studies. Study topics such as health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, episodic and common health challenges, leadership, trends in healthcare, and more.  Blend academic excellence with immersive, hands-on training in our Nursing Simulation Centre and clinical practicums to build the knowledge and skills to excel in diverse healthcare settings. Explore specialized nursing practice with optional streams in High Acuity and Critical Care, Mental Health, Illness, and Addiction, and Nursing Leadership and Care of the Older Adult. Career paths include: Registered Nurse, Community Nurse, Emergency Room Nurse, ICU Nurse, Home Care Nurse, Travel Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Paediatric Nurse and more. 

Undergraduate Program

Nursing: Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses

BScN offered by Faculty of Health

The 20-month Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses is designed for internationally educated nurses (IEN) seeking RN registration with CNO, practice readiness or career advancement in Canada. 

Study topics such as health assessment, the Canadian healthcare system, ethics and health equity, pharmacological and non-pharmacological practices, leadership, and more. Blend academic excellence with immersive, hands-on training in our Nursing Simulation Centre and clinical practicums to excel in diverse Canadian healthcare settings. Explore specialized nursing practice with optional streams in High Acuity and Critical Care, Mental Health, Illness, and Addiction, and Nursing Leadership and Care of the Older Adult. Career paths include: Registered Nurse, Community Nurse, Emergency Room Nurse, ICU Nurse, Home Care Nurse, Travel Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Paediatric Nurse and more. 

Undergraduate Program

Nursing: Second Entry

BScN offered by Faculty of Health

The accelerated 2-year (6 terms) 2nd Entry Nursing program is designed for university applicants with at least 60 credits from an accredited university. Study topics such as health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, the Canadian healthcare system, episodic and common health challenges, trends in healthcare and more. Blend academic excellence with immersive, hands-on training in our Nursing Simulation Centre and clinical practicums to build the knowledge and skills to excel in diverse healthcare settings. Explore specialized nursing practice with optional streams in High Acuity and Critical Care, Mental Health, Illness, and Addiction, and Nursing Leadership and Care of the Older Adult. Career paths include: Registered Nurse, Community Nurse, Emergency Room Nurse, ICU Nurse, Home Care Nurse, Travel Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Paediatric Nurse and more. 

Undergraduate Program

Philosophy

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Philosophy (BA) Explore some of life’s deepest questions concerning the nature of the mind, the requirements of justice, the limits of knowledge and the meaning of freedom. The program’s interdisciplinary approach will help you understand various contemporary challenges in applied ethics, social and political philosophy, feminist philosophy, cognitive science, philosophy of mind and argumentation theory. Career paths include: administrator, diplomat, educator.

Undergraduate Program

Philosophy of Law

BA, iBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Philosophy of Law (BA/iBA) Examine what it means to live in a society governed by law and investigate the moral and political values that underlie legal institutions. This program is ideal if you wish to pursue a career in law or any other law-related profession. Career paths include: lawyer, judge, arbitrator, human rights advocate.

Undergraduate Program

Physics & Astronomy

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Physics & Astronomy (BSc) Examine areas such as quantum physics, relativity, high-energy particle physics, photonics, solid-state physics and planetary, stellar and extra-galactic astronomy. Specialize in Physics, Applied Physics or Astronomy & Astrophysics, and make your studies come alive with an internship or undergraduate research. Career paths include: research scientist, industrial physicist, photonics scientist

Undergraduate Program

Political Science

BA, iBA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Political Science (BA, iBA) Explore the actions of governments, judicial systems and political parties while discovering movements in society and in the power relations of everyday life. This program is designed to develop a student’s political analysis ability, critical skills and democratic awareness. Gain a thorough understanding of how governments, political parties and the courts work. Deepen your knowledge on political movements in society and on the power relations of life. Career paths include: international relations expert, lawyer, policy analyst.

Undergraduate Program

Political Science / Science politique

BA offered by Glendon

Political Science (BA, iBA) Discuss the major issues of our times, including democracy, human rights, peace and security, the environment, the fight against poverty and more. Our bilingual and trilingual international bachelor's degree options position students well in a competitive global marketplace. 

Undergraduate Certificate

Practical Ethics

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Program

Professional Translation / Traduction professionnelle

BA offered by Glendon

Translation (BA, iBA) Unique in Southern Ontario, our program addresses a significant shortage of English and French translators in Canada while opening many other career doors. Our Accelerated Honours BA in Translation is available for those who already hold an undergraduate degree. 

Undergraduate Program

Professional Writing

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Professional Writing (BA) Gain the type of practical experience highly sought after by prospective employers while studying forms of written expression that inform and shape our culture. Career paths include: publisher, journalist, editor, digital media specialist.

Undergraduate Program

Psychology

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Health

Co-op Option Available

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Health  

Psychology (BA, BSc) Explore how the mind works and why people think, feel and behave the way they do. York’s Psychology program is ranked fifth in Canada and among the top 75 worldwide (ShanghaiRanking 2025). Study topics like mental health, child development, neuropsychology, cognition, and motivation, and focus your learning by completing up to two concentrations in one of several areas such as Psychology and Law, Neuropsychology, Counselling and Mental Health, Aging and Late Life Development, and more. Gain valuable hands-on experience through research, course-based labs, and community projects. An optional co-op is also available. You can further enhance your degree with a career focused certificate in counselling, aging, data analysis, or rehabilitation services. Career paths include: behaviour analyst, psychologist, teacher, lawyer, human resources manager, (all with further education), child and youth worker, policy advisor. 

Undergraduate Program

Psychology / Psychologie

BA, BSc offered by Glendon

Psychology (BA, BSc, iBA, iBSc) Explore topics including neuropsychology, crime and the justice system, perception, psychological injury and law, prejudice and aging with the top experts in those fields. 

Undergraduate Program

Public Administration

BPA, Certificate offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Public Administration (BPA) This program aims to provide students with “education for good governance.” With a strong emphasis on social justice and public ethics, students take courses from a mix of disciplines to develop critical thinking, analytical capabilities and management skills. Career paths include: public servant, public sector manager, policy analyst.

Undergraduate Certificate

Public Administration & Law

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Public Policy Analysis

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Refugee & Migration Studies

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Refugee & Migration Studies / Études sur la migration et sur les réfugiés

Offered by Glendon

Undergraduate Certificate

Rehabilitation Services

Offered by Faculty of Health

Undergraduate Program

Science (BSc) - First Year at Markham

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

At Markham, Science students will experience the advantages of inventive course design, state-of-the-art learning environments, adaptable learning options, and intimate class settings that foster cooperation and interaction with professors.

Undergraduate Program

Science, Technology and Society

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Science, Technology and Society (BA, BSc) Study the relationships between science, technology, and society. Use a range of interdisciplinary approaches to deal with important issues such as digital surveillance and information manipulation, environmental degradation and climate change, ethics and genomics, pharmaceutical governance, and sustainable food production. Career paths include: green entrepreneurship, teaching, science and technology communications, medicine and public health, user experience (UX), software design, health policy, and project management.

Undergraduate Program

Screenwriting & Creative Producing

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Tell stories that captivate and inspire in Canada’s only undergraduate Screenwriting & Creative Producing degree program. You’ll explore storytelling across film, television and digital media, learning to craft compelling scripts and develop, package and pitch original projects.

Undergraduate Certificate

Sexuality Studies

Offered by Glendon

Undergraduate Program

Social Work

BSW offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Social Work (BSW) Combine practical experience with in-class studies about critical social work perspectives and approaches with our social work program — recognized as one of the most progressive and socially responsive programs in Canada. Career paths include: social service agency worker, child welfare worker, community worker.

Undergraduate Program

Social Work - BSW (Post-degree)

BSW offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Social Work Post-Degree (BSW) Designed for students who have already completed a three-year undergraduate degree (90-credits) and want to pursue a career in social work. Career paths include case management, social services programming, child protection worker.

Undergraduate Program

Sociology

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Sociology (BA) Examine social interaction and explore thought-provoking topics such as social inequality, the causes and effects of global migration, and the meaning of gender and race in society. Career paths include: community worker, social services worker, law enforcement worker.

Undergraduate Program

Software Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Software Engineering (BEng)

As AI continues to accelerate innovation across every industry, you’re entering a field where software engineers are shaping how this technology is built and used in real, meaningful ways.

At Lassonde, you’ll learn how to design and build reliable software while being part of a supportive, collaborative community from your very first year. You won’t just sit in lectures. You’ll learn by doing, working closely with classmates in hands-on labs, team projects, and student spaces like the Sandbox where it’s easy to connect, collaborate and build friendships along the way.

Career paths include: Software Developer, Software Architect, Web and Mobile App Developer, Computer Systems Designer, Automotive Systems Developer, Software Security Engineer, Web Services Developer, Cloud Reliability Engineer, Telecommunications Software Developer.

Undergraduate Program

Space Engineering

BEng offered by Lassonde School of Engineering

Co-op Option Available

Space Engineering (BEng)

New frontiers offer new challenges. Lassonde’s Space Engineering program will equip you with the technical skills required to design solutions to Earth’s problems using space-based assets while utilizing the principles of systems engineering. 

Career paths include: Space Industry, Space Agencies, Reliability Engineer, Telecommunications, Robotics and Automation, Remote Sensing, Systems Engineer, Instrumentation Design Engineer.

Undergraduate Program

Speech and Language Sciences

BA offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Speech & Language Sciences (BA) This program will provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the field of speech and language sciences and disorders. Learn about the research, diagnosis and treatment of speech, language and communication disorders. Career paths include: speech and language pathologist, audiologist and clinical educator.

Undergraduate Program

Sport Management

BSM offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Co-op Option Available

Sport Management (BSM) Combine your passion for sports and management in our Sport Management program. Become a sports management professional with the ability to work in both private and public settings such as sports associations, sports media, sporting technology companies and retail outlets. Career paths include event management, corporate partnerships, brand management.

Undergraduate Program

Statistics

BA, BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Co-op Option Available

Statistics (BA, BSc) Learn statistical theory and methodology, and its mathematical foundations. Complete accredited courses for the Associate Statistician (A.Stat.) professional designation. Get recruited by banks and financial institutions, insurance, actuarial, pharmaceutical, electronics, engineering, urban planning, marketing companies, consulting firms, and government agencies. Career paths include: accountant, data scientist, marketing analyst.

Undergraduate Program

Sustainable Environmental Management

BES offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Co-op Option Available

Most people can identify an environmental problem. Can you solve one? At York's Sustainable Environmental Management program you'll learn to analyze policy, evaluate scientific evidence, understand economic trends, lead sustainability transitions, and present real solutions. Learn how governments and companies solve environmental challenges. Become the person everyone turns to when sustainability matters. Start your career here.

Career paths include: environmental outreach and stewardship coordinator, energy analyst, policy advisor, green entrepreneur

Undergraduate Certificate

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate

Technical & Professional Communication

Offered by Glendon

Undergraduate Program

Theatre (Acting & Performance)

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Step into the spotlight and explore every facet of acting and performance, from stage and screen to voice and gaming! From day one, you’ll be part of a creative community, collaborating on stories that celebrate diverse voices and performance styles.

As you move into your second year and beyond, you’ll get extensive hands-on experience: performing in fully mounted productions, working side-by-side with peers, award-winning faculty and industry pros.

Undergraduate Program

Theatre (Performance Creation)

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Turn your ideas into original, innovative works! Get immersed in a range of courses - Acting, Devising, Playwriting, Design, Directing - where you create, experiment and mount original work, learning by doing from your very first day. Through a dynamic mix of study and hands-on studio classes, you’ll gain the skills to bring bold ideas to life.

Undergraduate Program

Theatre (Production & Design)

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Gain practical, hands-on experience in specialized areas of production and design, including wardrobe, carpentry, lighting, sound, costume, set design and stage management. Through labs and workshops, you’ll get hands-on with scenic carpentry, props, scenic art, costuming, lighting, sound, and video for live performance. You’ll learn directly from industry pros in state-of-the-art facilities, making connections in Canada’s biggest theatre, film, and television hub.

 

Undergraduate Program

Theatre Studies

BA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Step into the world of theatre and explore every aspect of the stage. In the Theatre Studies program, you can explore a flexible mix of hands-on and lecture-based courses in directing, production & design, playwriting & dramaturgy and theatre & performance studies to shape your path. You can also audition to change theatre paths after your first year. You’ll gain experience working on full productions and collaborating with peers, faculty and industry professionals in the heart of Toronto with state-of-the-art facilities, unique pathways and a season of shows.

Undergraduate Program

Undecided Major

BSc offered by Faculty of Science

Undecided Major (BSc) Are you fascinated by science but not yet ready to choose a specific path? Discover your interests and strengths before declaring a major that suits your intellectual and career goals.

Undergraduate Program

Undeclared Major

BA offered by Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Undeclared Major (BA, BES) Give yourself time to think about your major while exploring your interest in making a better world for people and the planet. Experience university level study while taking first-year foundational courses offered in Environmental & Urban Change before choosing which major is right for your future career as a changemaker.

Undergraduate Program

Undeclared Major

Offered by Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

Undeclared Major  Develop your strengths and explore your interests. Give yourself time to think about your future by taking courses from a variety of subjects before identifying your major. Experience university-level study before choosing a major that will link to specific career options.

Undergraduate Program

Visual Arts - Art History

BA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Dive into the fascinating world of art and culture with our Art History program. You’ll explore art, architecture and visual culture from around the globe, gaining insights into how art shapes - and is shaped by - society. Through hands-on experiences like gallery visits, curatorial projects and industry placements at renowned institutions, you’ll connect theory with practice.

Undergraduate Program

Visual Arts - Studio

BFA offered by School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Ready to bring your creative vision to life? The Visual Arts – Studio program lets you explore diverse artistic mediums, from painting and sculpture to photography and print media, while developing your unique style. You’ll work closely with renowned artists, exhibit your work in Toronto galleries and gain hands-on experience in Canada’s top arts creation facilities.