Marianopolis College

Pure and
Applied
Science

Professor Christopher Turner

Program Coordinator

Admissions office
admissions@marianopolis.edu

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Exploring the foundations of knowledge to push the frontiers of innovation

The Pure and Applied profile of the Science program at Marianopolis is a two-year, pre-university program where you have the opportunity to discover the many facets of the natural world. You will develop a scientific mindset through in-depth exploration of concepts together with hands-on lab experience. The College’s close-knit and welcoming learning environment will offer you a rigorous foundation in the natural sciences and empower you to follow your passion in the university program of your choice. And if you decide that the Health Science profile is more to your liking, it is very easy to switch.

  • WHO IS THIS PROFILE FOR?

    If you are curious about how the natural world works and are excited at the idea of taking on new challenges and pushing your limits, if you like asking questions, finding the answers and then asking even more questions, then Pure and Applied Science at Marianopolis is for you.

  • WHERE DOES IT LEAD?

    Pure and Applied Science is your best pathway to university studies in Architecture, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics.

  • WHAT ARE THE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS?

    • Quebec Diploma of Secondary Studies (Diplôme d’études secondaire) or its equivalent
    • English and French proficiency tests (in certain circumstances)
    • Secondary V Chemistry (051504, 551504)
    • Secondary V Physics (053504, 553504)
    • Secondary V Mathematics TS (064506, 564506) or Mathematics SN (065506, 565506)
    • Secondary IV and V Mathematics TS or Mathematics SN minimum grade of 75% in each
    • Science and Mathematics minimum grade average of 85%
    • Overall minimum grade average of 83%

    For more information, consult the complete list of entrance requirements to Marianopolis College.

Semester Snapshots

Here is a look at the courses you will take, depending on whether your hold a certificate of eligibility for English-language education in Quebec. For more information about the certificate of eligibility, consult our FAQs.

  • Semester 1

    Differential Calculus
    General Chemistry
    Mechanics
    Introduction to College English
    French Second Language
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 2

    Cellular Biology
    Integral Calculus
    Probability and Statistics
    Programming in Science
    English Literary Genres
    French Second Language
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 3

    Chemistry of Solutions
    Linear Algebra
    Waves and Modern Physics
    Choose 1 Elective
    English Literary Themes
    French Second Language or Complementary
    Physical Education

  • Semester 4

    Integrative Project
    Ecology and Evolution
    Electricity and Magnetism
    Choose 1 Elective
    English Adapted to Program
    Humanities: Ethics
    2 French Second Language or 1 Complementary

  • Semester 1

    Differential Calculus
    General Chemistry
    Mechanics
    Introduction to College English
    French Literature
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 2

    Cellular Biology
    Integral Calculus
    Probability and Statistics
    Programming in Science
    English Literary Genres
    French Literature
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 3

    Chemistry of Solutions
    Linear Algebra
    Waves and Modern Physics
    Choose 1 Elective
    English Literary Themes
    French Literature
    Physical Education

  • Semester 4

    Integrative Project
    Ecology and Evolution
    Electricity and Magnetism
    Choose 1 Elective
    English Adapted to Program
    Humanities: Ethics
    Complementary

Profile Highlights

EXCEPTIONAL UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
Marianopolis has the leading Science program in Quebec. Our students tend to have the highest average R-Scores in the province and the most R-Scores above 34. Our graduates occupy more spots each year in highly competitive university programs than all other Montreal English colleges combined. And year after year, our graduates tell us that they felt better prepared than their peers when they arrived at university.

FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE
Choose from a wide variety of Pure and Applied electives, from Digital Electronics to Mathematics for Computer Science to Technical Drawing. If Computer Science is your thing, take up to five courses on this subject during your four semesters.

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Science students can take part in many extracurricular activities, such as meeting world-renowned scientists and visiting professional research facilities. Year after year, Marianopolis students excel in provincial, national and international Science Fair competitions, while the Marianopolis Robotics Team consistently ranks among the top teams in Canada.

CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY
Marianopolis offers an unmatched level of personalized support, with smaller class sizes, peer tutoring, and expert faculty whose doors are always open to give you the help you need outside the classroom. Our students tell us that the Science program is all about collaboration, not competition. Our supportive and motivating environment will empower you to reach your full potential.

News

Marianopolis Students Win Three Awards at Industrial Design Competition

November 2023 – Marianopolis students’ creativity and problem-solving skills were on full display at the 2nd edition of L’Odyssee de […]

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Science Student Will Represent Canada at International Physics Olympiad

Wenhe Zhang heads to Tokyo to compete in the International Physics Olympiad as a member of the Canadian National Team.

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“Coming from a small high school, Marianopolis really opened my eyes. I met passionate, like-minded friends and I learned from amazing teachers. Marianopolis showed me what education should be and it lived up to all my expectations!”

Simon Tartakovsky
Class of 2018, Honours Pure and Applied Science

Notable Alumni

Dr. Victoria Kaspi '86

Astrophysicist

Shobhita Soor '07

CEO and founder, Legendary Foods

Professor Christopher Turner

Program Coordinator