Co-operative Programmes 2000/2001

Scarborough Campus offers six co-operative programmes which combine academic study with work terms in areas related to the chosen field of specialization. The knowledge and skill required to compete in today's global economy is realized by putting classroom theory into a practical context. A broad-based curriculum is enriched with relevant, productive, paid employment.

Co-op programmes take four to five years to complete and lead to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with specialist certification. The number and length of work terms varies depending on the programme. Work terms are arranged by the coordinator for the programme but must be won by the student in competition with other applicants for the position.

The programmes offered are: Management (B.A.), Management & Economics (B.Com.), Arts Administration, Computer Science and Physical Sciences, Environmental Science, and International Development Studies.

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Administration was discontinued as of the 96W session. Students who have already been admitted and wish to remain in this programme instead of opting for one of the new Specialist (Co-op) Programmes in Management and Management & Economics, may continue with the requirements specified in the 95W Calendar. Please refer to the Management section of the Calendar for information on the Specialist (Co-op) Programmes in Management and Management & Economics.

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Arts Management is offered within Visual and Performing Arts in the Division of Humanities at Scarborough. The programme integrates courses and workshops in Arts Management, Cultural Policy, Cultural Theory, and Management with studies in Drama, Music, or Visual Arts (Studio or Art History). Work experience is gained in a wide range of organizations and institutions in the arts and cultural sector, including: galleries and museums; opera, music, theatre and dance companies; and arts service organizations and government cultural agencies. For further information, consult the listing under Visual and Performing Arts (page 173).

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Computer Science combines scientific and mathematical studies with work experience in research and technology in the private and public sectors. The programme prepares students for permanent employment in the areas of Information Technology, Research and Development, as well as for graduate study in computer science. For further information, consult the listing under Physical Sciences Scarborough (page 53).

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Environmental Science provides the key to understanding and resolving many of the environmental issues that plague our planet. Problems such as diminishing and polluted water supplies, acid rain, lake and coastal erosion, disposal of household, industrial and radio-active wastes are related to an insufficient understanding of near-surface geology and geological processes. The Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Environmental Science provides students with an opportunity to investigate, analyze and remediate these problems through work placements with government, consulting, industry and the non-profit sector. For further information, consult the listing under Environmental Science (page 77) or Physical Sciences Scarborough (page 140).

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in International Development Studies prepares students for careers in international development. Courses include Economics, Political Science, Environmental Science, Geography, and related science and social science courses. Students spend eight to twelve months on placement with a Canadian or an indigenous organization in Asia, Africa or Latin America. Career opportunities, in Canada or abroad, include work with a variety of Canadian development agencies (NGOs and private sector firms), CIDA, the United Nations, and in development education. For further information, consult the listing under International Development Studies (page 102).

Specialist (Co-operative) Programme in Management combines study and work experience in business and government. Core courses include Management, Economics, Statistics, and Computer Science. Three work terms (four months each) are available in such areas as accounting, public administration, auditing, communications, finance, human resources, information systems and marketing, as well as in fields which involve economic or policy analysis. Graduates gain employment in all levels of government, large corporations, chartered accounting firms, small business, and quasi-government organizations. For further information consult the listing under Management (page 115).

Please refer to the individual calendar listings for each programme for detailed admission information.

Fees

Every student in a co-operative programme is required to pay additional fees as established by the University.