2001-2002
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Academic Administration
Chair, I. Munro
Members of the Committee, G. Carmody • B. Jarosz • J. Kelly • I. Munro • S. Peck • L. Ralph • I. Pressman • I. Reichstein • M. Smith • D. Wigfield
General Information
The Integrated Science Studies (ISS) program offers undergraduate students in the Faculty of Science the opportunity to develop an individualized program that blends a concentration in Science with a linked area of specialization in another faculty. A student whose academic aspirations cannot be satisfied within the constraints of one of the many programs offered by the Faculty of Science may apply to the Integrated Science Studies program and describe the program that he or she would choose to pursue. If the proposal is intellectually coherent and satisfies the academic constraints of the Integrated Science Studies Program, the student will be admitted to ISS and will be permitted to follow the program that has been approved.
The program requires that a student select an area of concentration within Science: physical sciences, environmental sciences, life sciences, behavioral sciences, or mathematics and statistics, in order to acquire a depth of understanding of the particular discipline, its workings and its significance. In the associated specialty area outside of the Faculty of Science, a pattern of courses should be selected that provides the student with a concomitant, integrated understanding. Students are urged to be creative and bold in their planning, but should consult with the Chair of the ISS Program for advice or assistance before applying for admission to the Integrated Science Studies program. A detailed list of the proposed courses and a description of the overall program must be submitted by every ISS applicant beyond First year. First-year students must submit their planned program to the ISS Chair before they commence their Second year. The Committee monitors the progress of all ISS students.
An Honours program and a Major program are available for ISS students. Both require a course of Independent Study as an important part of the program (Integrated Science 64.498, 64.399*).
This program is suitable for part-time students and mature students. Students in ISS may be eligible to transfer into co-op or work-study programs sponsored by other Departments in the Faculty of Science, provided they meet all the prerequisites and grade requirements. ISS students are advised to familiarize themselves with the particular rules of the Faculty of Science that apply to them.
Many different specific program combinations have been adopted in the past. Possible combinations available within the program are included here as examples, others are possible.
• biology and psychology, e.g. neuroscience, nutrition plus behaviour;
• biotechnology and business, e.g. genetic engineering and management;
• chemistry/biochemistry and business, e.g. pre-pharmacy;
• ecology and management, e.g. resource management, conservation;
• environmental sciences (i.e. biology, chemistry, geography, earth sciences, physics, statistics), e.g. pollution, acid rain, climate studies, sustainable development;
• geography, sciences and anthropology, e.g. archeological sciences;
• life sciences (biology, chemistry, biochemistry) and social sciences, e.g. pre-medical studies, pre-dentistry;
• operations research/mathematics and business, e.g. management science;
• physical geography and civil engineering, e.g. soil sciences;
• physics and psychology, e.g. perception;
• physics and geography and computer science, e.g. remote sensing;
• psychology and computer science, e.g. artificial intelligence, user interfaces;
• science and engineering, e.g. bioengineering, instrumentation, ergonomics;
• science and journalism, e.g. science writing, editing, reporting;
• science and foreign languages/linguistics, e.g. translation, interpreting;
• statistics and economics and business and law, e.g. actuarial sciences.
Admission Requirements
Application for admission to the program is made on an application form available from the Registrarial Services office. The admission requirements for these programs are those specified for the B.Sc. Honours and Major degrees. (See p.44.) Before seeking formal admission to the program, students are advised to consult with the Chair for assistance in formulating an application proposal and a coherent set of courses that will meet the objectives of the student and fulfill Calendar requirements.
Course Requirements
First Year
The First-year program consists of 5.0 credits approved for a First-year Science program including:
(a) Mathematics 69.107* and 69.117*;
(b) 2.0 experimental Science credits chosen from two of Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics;
(c) 2.0 additional credits chosen from Science, Mathematics, Arts, Social Sciences, Computer Science (except Computer Science 95.100* or 95.101*) or Engineering.
In establishing their First-year program, students should consult with the Chair of the Integrated Science Studies to ensure that they register for appropriate courses.
Honours Program
The program, under the direction of the Integrated Science Studies Committee, consists of 20.0 credits, 15.0 beyond First year including:
1. 9.0 credits selected from the Faculty of Science above the 100-level, including Integrated Science 64.498; 4.0 of the Science credits must be at the 300- or 400-level; the foregoing courses are designated as the Science sequence;
2. 4.0 credits in an inter-related specialized area selected from outside the Faculty of Science; these credits are designated as the Non-Science sequence.
At least 2.0 credits must also be chosen from the Faculties of Arts and Social Sciences or Public Affairs and Management.
At least 13.0 credits must be at the 200- or higher level. In this program, all Technology, Society, Environment Studies courses are considered Non-Science credits.
Major Program
Although programs are planned and approved on an individual basis, the general framework of regulations is specified. The program, under the direction of the Integrated Science Studies Committee, consists of 15.0 credits, 10.0 beyond First year including:
1. 6.0 credits selected from the Faculty of Science above the 100-level, including Integrated Science 64.399*; 2.0 of the Science credits must be at the 300- or 400-level; the foregoing credits are designated as the Science sequence;
2. 3.0 credits in an inter-related specialized area selected from outside the Faculty of Science; these credits are designated as the non-Science sequence.
At least 2.0 credits must also be chosen from the Faculties of Arts and Social Sciences or Public Affairs and Management.
At least 8.0 credits must also be at the 200-level or higher. In this program, all Technology, Society, Environment Studies courses are considered Non-Science credits.
Graduation
In order to graduate, students must fulfill all University graduation regulations and all Faculty regulations, in addition to the Committee regulations and requirements.
Honours Program
To qualify for graduation a student must satisfy the normal requirements of the Faculty and have GPAs of 6.5 or better in both the Science sequence (9.0 credits) and the Non-Science sequence (4.0 credits) as well as an overall GPA of 5.0 or better (20.0 credits). The class of Honours degree will be determined following general Faculty regulations using all 13.0 credits in the Science and Non-Science sequences to calculate the Honours GPA.
Major Program
To qualify for graduation a student must satisfy the normal requirements of the Faculty and have GPAs of 4.0 or better in the Science sequence (6.0 credits), the Non-Science sequence (3.0 credits), and overall (15.0 credits). The last 5.0 credits taken normally will include at least 1.0 credit from each of the Science and Non-Science sequences.
Courses
Not all of the following courses are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for 2001-2002, please consult the Registration Instructions and Class Schedule booklet published in the summer.
Integrated Science 64.399*
Independent Study
The student integrates aspects of both the science and the non-science areas of study in a project supervised by a faculty member. Prior to or immediately upon registration, the student should consult with the ISS Chair for topic approval and course regulations.
Precludes additional credit for Science 60.399*
Prerequisites or co-requisite: At least 0.5 credits at the 300-level or better and permission of the ISS Chair.
Integrated Science 64.498
Honours Project
Under the supervision of a faculty advisor, the student carries out a research project in the ISS areas of study. Prior to or immediately upon registration, the student should consult with the ISS Chair for topic approval and course regulations.
Precludes additional credit for Science 60.498.
Prerequisite: Permission of the ISS Chair.
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