Science Foundation Program

The Science Foundation Program (30 credits) is designed to provide a basic science foundation for each student's subsequent three-year liberal, major, honours or joint program. However, students who receive advanced standing may be exempt from some or all of the Foundation requirements depending on their pre-McGill studies (e.g. CEGEP, IB, A-Levels, APs, French Baccalaureate). All students must ensure they meet the Foundation Program requirements, regardless of the number of Advanced Standing credits they have received.

First-year students entering U0 (who need 97–120 credits to complete their degree requirements) will normally be registered in the Foundation Program and take courses aimed at fulfilling these requirements until they complete their first year. Students are encouraged to consult SOUSA  website's new students' page, and/or a degree advisor in SOUSA for guidance on their course selection.

First-year students entering U1 (who need 96 or fewer credits to complete their degree requirements) will choose (i.e. declare) their intended program(s) of study when registration opens. As such, they should consult SOUSA's new student webpage and a program advisor in their intended Department(s) of study to obtain guidance on their course selection. To facilitate degree planning and ensure they have fulfilled all Foundation Program requirements, they are also encouraged to contact their degree advisor before finalizing their first year course selection.

For a list of the courses in the Science Foundation Program consult the Foundation Program requirements.