Fact Sheet

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Introductory page for UOIT
UOIT's innovative and unique undergraduate and graduate programs are designed to meet your
interests and career aspirations, along with the market-driven requirements of employers. When
you graduate, you will have the critical thinking, innovative research and technological skills
demanded by the world's leading employers. Professors and students undertake research in a
wide range of areas that include automotive design and engineering, business and information
technology, computational science, alternative and sustainable energy, nuclear engineering, law
enforcement, manufacturing, community/public health, to name just a few. UOIT's unique and
technology-rich teaching and learning environment challenges students to push the boundaries
of innovation and discovery and prepares graduates to excel in the global, knowledge-driven
economy of the 21st century. At UOIT, the possibilities are endless.
Vision
With its foundation in technology, the sciences and professional practice, UOIT advances the
discovery and application of knowledge that accelerates economic growth, regional
development and social innovation and inspires graduates who will continue to make an impact
on the world.
Mission
 Provide undergraduate and graduate programs that are technology-enriched and
responsive to the needs of students and the evolving workplace
 Conduct research that creates knowledge, solves problems, results in economic and
social innovation and engages students
 Facilitate life-long learning that is flexible, inclusive and emphasizes college university
transfers
 Develop academic and research collaborations with industry and community that
stimulate and enhance the region and university at home and abroad
 Cultivate a dynamic learning environment for students by promoting social engagement,
fostering critical thinking and integrating experiences inside and outside the classroom

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Table of Contents
About Oshawa ............................................................................................................................................4
Fun Facts for UOIT ....................................................................................................................................5
General information ...................................................................................................................................6
Terms.......................................................................................................................................................6
Course Deadlines...................................................................................................................................6
Incoming Exchange ...................................................................................................................................7
International Office Contacts....................................................................................................................8
Faculties at UOIT .......................................................................................................................................9
Faculty of Business and IT ...................................................................................................................9
Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science ...........................................................................10
Facf Engineering and Applied Science.............................................................................................11
Faculty of Science................................................................................................................................12
Faculty of Health Science ...................................................................................................................13
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.....................................................................................14
Faculty of Education ............................................................................................................................15
Office of Graduate Studies .................................................................................................................16
Housing......................................................................................................................................................18
On-Campus Housing Options: ...........................................................................................................18
Off-Campus Housing Options: ...........................................................................................................18
Banking......................................................................................................................................................18
Contact your bank................................................................................................................................18
Contact your credit card company.....................................................................................................18
Pay your tuition and fees.....................................................................................................................18

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About Oshawa
The City of Oshawa is a growing community of 157,000 and is the largest city in Durham Region
within the Greater Toronto Area. Located only 60km from Toronto's Downtown core, companies
in Oshawa have quick and convenient access to the largest consumer market in Canada and
are within a day's drive to many Canadian and American centres.
Simply put, the face of business in Oshawa is changing. Traditionally recognized as an
automotive centre of excellence, the community is continuing to grow as a diverse and
innovative city for business, research and education across a variety of sectors including:
Advanced Manufacturing, Health and Biosciences, Energy Generation, Multimodal
Transportation and Logistics, and Information Technology.
Oshawa offers the amenities and opportunities of a growing urban centre coupled with the
lifestyle of short commutes, vibrant culture and affordable living. With renowned post-secondary
institutions, streamlined development services and competitive business costs, there really has
never been a better time to invest in Oshawa.
Oshawa is an amazing world-class city:
 The City of Oshawa is an internationally acclaimed “Liveable Community.” The
prestigious international LivCom awards for liveable communities are backed by the
United Nations Environment Program.
 Oshawa is an academic centre, home to Durham College, U.O.I.T., Trent University
Oshawa, and the Queen’s University Family Medicine residency satellite program.
 Home to over 500 cultural businesses, events and festivals, Oshawa has an emerging
cultural scene backed by the Culture Counts: Arts, Culture and Heritage Plan.
 A variety of organizations such as the Oshawa Folk Arts Council and the Oshawa and
District Historical Society promote the arts, culture and local heritage.
 Oshawa boasts the Robert McLaughlin Art Gallery, Parkwood Estate, Canadian
Automotive Museum, Camp “X”, the GM Centre and more.

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Fun Facts for UOIT
Growing number of
International Exchange
and Internship
opportunities to gain
new experiences
UOIT has more
than 300 industry
and community
partners
UOIT has two
dynamic campus
locations in north
Oshawa and
downtown
Oshawa
UOIT has a vast array
of Bachelor’s and
Master’s programs
unique to Ontario
UOIT provides
students with a tennis
centre and Campus Ice
Centre
Graduates are 10%
above the system
average for graduates
working full-time, in a
field related to
their program
UOIT has a number of
varsity, intramural and
extramural sports to
enjoy on campus

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General information
Terms
Semesters:
Fall Semester: September – December
Winter Semester: January – April
Spring/Summer Semester: May – August
Important
Dates:
Please referrer to the program maps for the appropriate dates
Fall and Winter:
http://portal.mycampus.ca/mycampusfiles/uoit/student/2014/2014_2015_program_maps.
pdf
Spring and Summer:
http://portal.mycampus.ca/mycampusfiles/uoit/student/2015/2015spring_program_maps.
pdf
Holidays:
September 1– Labour Day, no lectures
October 13– Thanksgiving Day, no lectures
February 16– Family Day, no lectures
April 3– Good Friday, no lectures
Hours of
operation
Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Course Deadlines
Please referrer to the program maps for the appropriate dates
Fall and Winter:
http://portal.mycampus.ca/mycampusfiles/uoit/student/2014/2014_2015_program_maps.pdf
Spring and Summer:
http://portal.mycampus.ca/mycampusfiles/uoit/student/2015/2015spring_program_maps.pdf

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Incoming Exchange
How to Apply for
Incoming Exchange:
To be accepted for UOIT’s exchange program you must be
nominated by a partner school. Once you are nominated please
complete the online application. After entering the initial
information, click on the Incoming Exchange Student icon (shown
here) to complete the remainder of the application. Please note:
You will be required to upload BOTH:
 Your current transcript
 A letter of recommendation from your host university (i.e.
the letter indicates that you are recommended by your
university to come to UOIT as an exchange student)
Course Selection/
Enrolment for Incoming
Exchange:
Courses become available at the beginning of July for each
academic year. Not all courses are available each year or session.
Step 1: Complete the Incoming Undergraduate Exchange Student
Course Request and Course Mapping Form and return it to your
faculty Academic Advisor.
Step 2: After you have submitted your form to UOIT:
 A designated UOIT faculty member will review your
academic transcript.
 Your faculty Academic Advisor will help enroll you in the
approved courses.
 Your faculty Academic Advisor will send you confirmation of
your courses after you have been enrolled.
Step 3: After you have received approval of your courses from
UOIT:
 Have your home institution’s International Exchange officer
sign the course confirmation.
 Scan and email a signed copy to iss@uoit.ca, International
Student Advisor.
Fees for Incoming
Exchange:
As an exchange student, you must pay the following fees to the
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) for the term(s)
you are here:
 University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP)
 U-Pass for local transportation
These fees will be pro-rated and are due on August 15. Current
costs are available on our International tuition fees and cost of
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The easiest way to pay the fees is with NorthStar. If you have
difficulties transferring funds, please email
studentaccounts@uoit.ca.
How to pay fees: Upon arrival at UOIT, please go to building U5,
Registrar’s Office, and go to the cashier.
Residence fees: If you choose to live on campus, you will pay
residence fees directly to the on-campus residence. You can do
this with a credit card.
For the Faculty of Business and IT incoming exchanges, please contact
International Program Co-ordinator for Faculty of Business and IT
Melissa Picard
905.721.8668 ext. 6532
melissa.picard@uoit.ca
For the REST of the incoming exchange, please contact the International Office below
International Office Contacts
Contact:
UOIT International Office
Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre, Room
3024
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7K4
905.721.8668 ext 5481
internationaloffice@uoit.ca

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Faculties at UOIT
Faculty of Business and IT
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Faculty Name: Faculty of Business and Information Technology
Website: http://www.businessandit.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Business and Information Technology
Canada
905.721.8668 ext. 2830
905.721.3178 (fax)
fbit@uoit.ca
Programs:
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
International Contact:
International Program Co-ordinator
Melissa Picard
905.721.8668 ext. 6532
melissa.picard@uoit.ca

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Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
FACULTY OF ENERGY SYSTEMS AND NUCLEAR SCIENCE
Faculty Name: Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
Website: http://nuclear.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 7K4
905.721.8668 ext. 5511
905.721.3046 (fax)
Programs:
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) in Nuclear Power
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Energy Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Nuclear Engineering
Engineering and Management Programs
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health Physics and Radiation
Science

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Facf Engineering and Applied Science
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE
Faculty Name: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Website: http://www.engineering.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Oshawa, Ontario
L1H 7K4
905.721.8668 ext. 2988
Programs:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Automotive Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering
Engineering and Management Programs
Engineering and Public Policy Option

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Faculty of Science
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Faculty Name: Faculty of Science
Website: http://www.science.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Science
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
L1H 7K4
905.721.8668 ext. 3734
Programs:
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied and Industrial
Mathematics
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biological Science – Regular
program and Co-operative Education program
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemistry – Regular program
and Co-operative Education program
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing Science – Regular
program and Co-operative Education program
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics – Regular program and
Co-operative Education program
Science and Management programs

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Faculty of Health Science
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE
Faculty Name: Faculty of Health Science
Website: http://www.healthsciences.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Health Sciences
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Science building, Room 3000
Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4
905.721.3166
905.721.3179 (fax)
Programs:
Bachelor of Allied Health Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory
Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours)

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Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES
Faculty Name: Faculty of Social Science and Humanities
Website: http://www.socialscienceandhumanities.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Social Science and Humanities
55 Bond Street East
Bordessa Hall
Oshawa, Ontario
905.721.3234
905.721.3372 (fax)
Programs:
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Community Development and
Policy Studies
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology and Justice
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Forensic Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Legal Studies

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Faculty of Education
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Faculty Name: Faculty of Education
Website: http://education.uoit.ca/
Contact:
Faculty of Education
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
11 Simcoe Street North, P.O. Box 385
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
L1H 7L7
905.721.3181 (Automated phone line)
905.721.1707 (fax)
Programs:
Bachelor of Arts in Adult Education and Digital Technology
Bachelor of Education (Consecutive)

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Office of Graduate Studies
OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Contact:
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)
Campus Corners, Suite 1400
Canada
905.721.8668 ext. 6209
905.721.3062 (fax)
General Inquires: gradstudies@uoit.ca
Graduate Scholarship Inquires: gradscholarships@uoit.ca.
Website: http://gradstudies.uoit.ca/
Programs:
Business and Information Technology
 Business Administration (MBA)
 Information Technology Security (MITS)
 MBA-MITS combined program
Social Science and Humanities
 Criminology (MA)
 Forensic Psychology (MSc/PhD)
Education
 Education (MEd)
 Education (MA)
 Graduate Diploma in Education and Digital Technologies
Energy Systems and Nuclear Science
 Nuclear Engineering (MASc/MEng/PhD)
 Graduate Diplomas in Nuclear Technology
Engineering and Applied Science
 Automotive Engineering (MASc/MEng)
 Electrical and Computer Engineering (MASc/MEng/PhD)

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 Engineering Management (MEngM/GDip)
 Mechanical Engineering (MASc/MEng/PhD)
Health Sciences
 Health Sciences (MHSc)
Science
 Applied Bioscience (MSc/PhD)
 Materials Science (MSc/PhD)
 Modelling and Computational Science (MSc/PhD)
 Computer Science (MSc/PhD)
Program Contacts: http://gradstudies.uoit.ca/contact/program-contacts.php

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Housing
Living away from home can be an exciting experience for many students. It’s an opportunity to
discover freedom, gain independent living skills and meet new friends.
Student housing options at UOIT include:
On-Campus Housing Options:
 For information regarding on-campus housing: https://uoit.ca/main/current-
students/campus_life/housing_options/on-campus.php
Off-Campus Housing Options:
 For information regarding off-campus housing:: https://uoit.ca/main/current-
students/campus_life/housing_options/off-campus.php
Banking
Things to do before coming to Canada:
Contact your bank
 Speak with your bank before your leave your home country. If you make arrangements,
you may be able to use your bank card in Canada at certain banks. If your family plans
to send you money, you might be able to arrange for them to put money into your
account at home, which you can then access in Canada. If you don't make these
arrangements, your family will have to send money by wire transfer to your Canadian
bank account. You must pay fees to make wire transfers.
Contact your credit card company
 Bring your credit card(s) but make sure you tell your credit card company that you will be
in Canada. If they are not told in advance, they might assume it was stolen and put a
hold on your account after the first time you use it in Canada.
Pay your tuition and fees
 To find out how to make payments to the university, please visit UOIT’s Payment options page

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