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University of Western Ontario

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University of Western Ontario: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    The University of Western Ontario is a public university in Canada, and it suits students looking for undergraduate study across the humanities and related fields. It is a practical option if you want a large research university setting in London, Ontario.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 47 bachelor’s programmes across twelve academic faculties and schools. Example subjects include Black Studies, Classical Studies, Creative Arts and Production (CAP), Digital Humanities, English Studies, Film Studies, French Studies, Language and Cultures, Linguistics, Medieval Studies, Philosophy, and Theatre Studies.

  3. Getting in

    International students apply through the university’s official admissions process for bachelor’s study. Check the website for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any programme-specific rules before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in London, Ontario will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so you should budget for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website before applying. You should also check visa steps, English language requirements, document translation rules, accommodation options, and whether your chosen programme has extra admissions conditions.

  6. How it compares

    Canada has 156 universities, so this one sits in a large national field. Its main distinction is scale: a public research university with twelve academic faculties and schools and a broad undergraduate programme range, which makes it more suitable for students who want variety within one institution than for someone looking for a narrowly focused college.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Western Ontario

What type of university is the University of Western Ontario?

It is a public university.

Where is the university located?

It is in London, Ontario, Canada.

How many programmes does it offer?

It offers 47 programmes.

What degree level is listed?

Bachelor's Degree.

Overview

The University of Western Ontario is a public research university in London, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is located on 455 hectares of land, surrounded by residential neighbourhoods and the Thames River bisecting the campus's eastern portion. The university operates twelve academic faculties and schools.

Programs at University of Western Ontario

69 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Science

Advanced Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Music

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Bachelor of Music

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Bioinformatics

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Biomedical Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Black Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Chemical Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Civil Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Classical Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Clinical Kinesiology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Data Science

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Digital Humanities

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Direct Entry Nursing

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Electrical Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Film Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

French Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Game Development

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Geography and Environment

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Indigenous Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Information Systems

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Integrated Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

International Relations

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Kinesiology (BA or BSc)

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Language and Cultures

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Linguistics

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Medical Biophysics

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Medical Cell Biology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Medieval Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music Recording Arts

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Neuroscience

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

One Health

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Pathology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Physiology & Pharmacology

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Popular Music Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

RPN Stream A

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

RPN Stream B

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree

Regular Stream

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Software Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Structural Engineering

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theatre Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Visual Arts

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Writing Studies

University of Western Ontario

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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