McGill university admission requirements?

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The discussion revolves around the admission requirements for the physics program at McGill University, including inquiries about general and quantum physics. Participants also compare McGill with the University of Toronto and seek clarification on specific course codes and averages needed for admission.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks about the admission requirements for physics at McGill, specifically mentioning a "B" average and suggesting an "A" average of 85% might be necessary.
  • Another participant questions the existence of an undergraduate physics program at McGill, stating they might be wrong.
  • Some participants suggest that an average above 90% is likely needed for the Honours Physics Program at McGill, while also noting that U of T may have similar requirements.
  • Links to the McGill admissions page are provided by multiple participants for further information.
  • Course codes related to the admission requirements are discussed, with one participant seeking clarification on their meanings.
  • One participant shares their average when applying to McGill, indicating approximately 85% in language/humanities and 93% in math/science classes.

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There is no consensus on the exact admission requirements or the existence of an undergraduate physics program at McGill, with some participants expressing uncertainty and differing opinions.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference specific course codes and averages, but there is ambiguity regarding the interpretation of these codes and the overall admission criteria.

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What are the admission requiremtens if I want to get into physics? Just general Physics or Quantum physics if it is offered.

Also, which university is better McGill or U of T?
Please don't start huge arguments over that.

Also, can you post a link to the McGill admission page. I can't seem to find it! I need to know which courses I need to apply with, and what my average should be between them.

I was reading a place where it said you need a "B" Average. I don't think so.
I was thinking more 85% "A"
 
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Off topic but please don't ask meaningless questions like "which university is better ... ".

Btw I don't think mcgill has a Ugrad physics program... I might be wrong though.

Check for yourselve http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/
 
Well, I was thinking for McGill you'd need above a 90% average to get into the Honours Physics Program, and U of T is most likely the same. I can't comment on the quality of the schools but I'd imagine them to be about the same.
 
Just Google "McGill admissions"
 
http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/undergrad2011-12/
 
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Ask nicksauce, he went to McGill for Physics.
 
I moved this to the Academic Guidance section.
 
Kevin_Axion said:
Ask nicksauce, he went to McGill for Physics.

Indeed, feel free to ask me anything about the program, though things about admission requirements would best be found here http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/undergrad2011-12/
 
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Btw I don't think mcgill has a Ugrad physics program... I might be wrong though.

McGill most certainly has an undergrad physics program.
 
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nicksauce said:
McGill most certainly has an undergrad physics program.

Excuse me for that. When I looked at the admission page I didn't see anything like that.
 
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nicksauce, what was your average when applying to McGill?
 
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╔(σ_σ)╝ said:
Off topic but please don't ask meaningless questions like "which university is better ... ".

Btw I don't think mcgill has a Ugrad physics program... I might be wrong though.

Check for yourselve http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/

You took it the wrong way my friend.

That question means a lot to me.

I want to know how each school treats their students, how easy is it to get help etc.

Nicksause ill be messaging you soon :D
 
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Ahh I found it!

Science
Biology - NYA (00UK)
Chemistry - NYA, NYB (00UL, 00UM)
Mathematics - NYA, NYB, NYC (00UN, 00UP, 00UQ)
Physics - NYA, NYB, NYC (00UR, 00US, 00UT)

Now what do the course codes mean?

Im guessing Physics Calculus and ...
Are these even course codes?
 
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Arts and Science (B.A.&Sc.) 87% overall;
77% in each English or French
and 80% in each math and science course in Top 6 4U English or French;
4U Calculus and Vectors;
two of 4U Biology, Chemistry or Physics


Oh I got it!

Is the 87% between the 6 I apply with or just the 4 stated above?
 
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Kevin_Axion said:
nicksauce, what was your average when applying to McGill?

This was quite a while ago, but I think something like ~85% in language/humanities classes and ~93% in math/science classes.
 
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In case you are still wondering what those course codes mean, they are cegep courses(quebec pre-universitary program). I am currently taking them. These are the courses...

General biology
general chemistry, chemistry of solutions,
calculus 1-2 and elementary linear algebra
physics:mechanics, waves and optics, electricity and magnetism
 

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