This document provides information about science programs and degrees offered at Head Start University for 2013, including Bachelor of Science degrees that are honours, major, or general. It outlines the specialized study options, variety of programs to choose from, and cooperative education opportunities available in most programs. It also provides an overview of the physical sciences, mathematical and computational sciences, life sciences, and interdisciplinary joint programs offered.

1. Head Start 2013

2. • Programs and Degrees
• A Professor’s Perspective
• Co-operative Education
• Finding your way

3. • B.Sc. Honours (120 credit hours)
• B.SC. Major (120 credit hours)
• B.Sc. General (90 credit hours)
• Co-operative Options

4. • Specialized Study
• Variety – 30 programs to choose from
• Full-Time, Intensive Study
• Co-operative Options
• Prepare for Grad Studies
• Research / Thesis Component

5. • Specialized Degree with added Flexibility
• More room for electives / Part-time study
• Variety – 20 Programs to choose from
• Co-op options available
• Undergraduate Research options
• Grad Studies preparation possible

6. • A General Education in Science
• Pre-Professional preparation
– Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Law, Med
Rehab, Education, Optometry, Chiropractic,
and more…
• Option to Focus in Biology or Chemistry

7. Physical Sciences
• Chemistry
• Physics & Astronomy
Mathematical &
Computational Sciences
• Actuarial
• Applied
• Pure Math
• Statistics
• Computer Science
Life Sciences
• Biological Sciences
• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Genetics
• Microbiology
Interdisciplinary & Joint
Programs
• Psychology
• Many Joint programs
across departments
Co-operative Education
• Opportunities in most
programs

9. Faculty of Science Co-op
Programs & Careers
Angela Bohonos

10. ?
• What is Co-operative Education at the
post secondary level?

11. Co-op
Students
EmployersU of Manitoba

12. Computer Science Co-op
• Computer Science (Honours & Major)
• Computer Science / Math Joint Honours
• Computer Science / Physics & Astronomy
Joint Honours
• Computer Science / Stats Joint Honours
• Coursework Master’s

13. Science Co-op
• Biochemistry (Honours & Major)
• Biological Sciences (Honours & Major)
• Biotechnology (Honours)
• Chemistry (Honours & Major)
• Genetics (Honours & Major)
• Microbiology (Honours & Major)
• Statistics (Honours & Major)

14. Mandatory?
Nope!
Smart move?
Absolutely! 

15. • Earn a competitive salary
• Defer the cost of your education
• Apply classroom learning
• Get better grades! ……… usually 
• Work outside of Manitoba / Canada –
Broaden your horizons

16. • Develop crucial employability skills
• Resume, Cover Letter, Interview workshops
• Smooth transition to work is facilitated
• Soft Skills
• Network! Build a relationship with a future
employer.
• Gain a realistic understanding of the choices
available with your degree.

17. • 150+ placements per year across Canada
• Wages averaging over $18.50 per hour

18. • 7 programs - over 100 placements/year – across
Canada and beyond
• Wages range from $12 to $17/hr, some reach
over $20/hr
• Graduates find work in their field or go on to grad
school
• A good alternative to explore if you are interested
in going into Medicine, Pharmacy or Dentistry

19. Government
• Research and Diagnostics
• National Microbiology Lab
Quality Assurance
• Food Processing
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Canadian Grain Commission
Diagnostics
• Analysis of Water, Food, Soil
• Environmental Chemistry
• Freshwater Institute
Academic Research
• University of Manitoba
• Fort Garry and Bannatyne
• Institutions around the world
Employment
Opportunities

22. Lab Work
• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cell Research
• Species inventories
Field Work
• Habitat and Species inventory
• Fisheries and Aquatic Research
• Environmental Education
• Nat’l Parks
• Conservation Work

27. • Medical research
• Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology companies
• Oil and Gas sector, Chemical companies
• Agricultural sector in plant breeding,
pathogen control, biofuels, etc.
• Quality Assurance / Food Safety
• Water quality
• Animal research

28. • Take your classroom knowledge and apply it to
real problems as part of your job
• Interact with people from other backgrounds
and cultures, letting you think of problems from
a different perspective
• Be part of a collaborative and enthusiastic
environment where ideas can flourish

29. • Open to all Students taking a four-year degree in
Science or Computer Science
• Enter at the end of your second year of University
For more info, visit our Websites:
• Science: http://sciencecoop.ntreepoint.com
• Computer Science: http://coop.cs.umanitoba.ca/

31. “Students who get the most out of college, grow the
most academically and who are happiest, organize
their time to include activities with Faculty members
and Academic Advisors.”
“Good advising may be the single most
underestimated characteristic of a successful
college experience.”
- Richard Light, Making the Most of College

32. • Planning your Educational Path
• If you’re struggling or having difficulty
• Choosing a program
• Rules and Regulations
• Other services the U of M offers
• Anytime you don’t know where to go for info
• Availability: http://bit.ly/scienceadvisoravailability

33. • Early Access – July 10, 2013
• Athletes
• Accessibility Services
• July 15 – 19: Initial Access Dates
• Assigned on High School averages

34. • The Science Website is a great resource!
umanitoba.ca/science/
• New Student Support
• Programs in Science

35. • Be sure to go through the Start Book
http://bit.ly/StartBook2013

36. UManitoba.ca/U1
– Getting Started Hub
UManitoba.ca/Registrar
– Registration Tutorials

37. • Afternoons in June
• 30 Minutes
• Call 204-474-8256 to book one
• We also do Drop-in everyday

38. • June 18, 2013 4:00 – 5:00 pm
• July 3, 2013 10:30 – 11:30 am
• July 11, 2013 1:30 – 2:30 pm
http://bit.ly/SciencePreRegSignup

39. • September 3rd and 4th
• Info Sessions
• Get to know the U of M

40. • Pre-Professional Info Sessions
– Medicine
– Dentistry
– Pharmacy
– Physician Assistant Education Program

41. • Science Departments
– Research opportunities / Grad Studies
– What else can I do with a degree in _______?
• Career Services
– Resume Writing
– Interview Success
– Searching for Jobs

42. • U of M Email Accounts – the official mode of
communicating with students.
also…
https://www.facebook.com/umanitobafacultyofscience
https://twitter.com/UManitobaSciAdv
http://umanitobascienceadvisor.blogspot.ca/