Nuclear Power

General information

UOIT designed the Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) in Nuclear Power to meet a significant demand in the nuclear power industry for graduates with strong practical experience, technical knowledge and management skills. The curriculum provides students with an understanding of the principles and applications of nuclear power technology, the ability to think independently, to take a systematic approach to problem solving, and to develop skills in teamwork and collaboration.

Admission requirements

Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.

Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent, Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), and Physics (SPH4U). In addition, a combined minimum 70 per cent average in math and science courses is required, with no grade below 60 per cent. All other applicants should refer to admissions .

Program details and degree requirements

To be eligible for an honours Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Nuclear Power, students must successfully complete 120 credit hours, including all courses outlined in the following program map.

Although reasonable efforts will be made to adhere to the following program map, course requirements and term offerings may change. For the most up-to-date list of course offerings, please visit the faculty website at nuclear.uoit.ca.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

*Electives

Complementary Studies electives

The dean of the faculty or a designate must approve courses selected for the Complementary Studies elective. Courses in the arts and humanities or business typically are allowable as a complementary elective. Please visit nuclear.uoit.ca to view the list of approved electives.

Technical electives

The dean of the faculty or designate must approve courses selected for the Technical elective.