1st & 2nd year @ Surrey

Explore Science courses at SFU Surrey

It can be tough to figure out what courses to take in your first or second year of university – especially if you’re undecided about your program. To help make these decisions a little easier, we’ve compiled some course timetables specifically for our Surrey campus by program. You can complete a full first year at SFU Surrey and – depending on your program and course load – second- and third-year courses, too.

1st Year at Surrey

You’ve accepted your offer, and now your next big decisions are all about enrolling in classes. What should you take, and when? We’ve got some tips to help guide you through enrolling in your first-year courses.

• During the first week of enrollment, Science students get priority for enrollment in program-required Science courses.
• Some courses may require prerequisites, which are offered in specific terms, so it's important to check that you're taking courses in the right order or the right term.
  • If you have not completed Chemistry 12 (min. 73% or better) or Physics 12 (min. 60% or better), you may need to complete the SFU equivalent course - if required for your program.
• Math is required for every Science program, and we recommend taking it in your very first term.
• In Surrey, physics is taught in a studio laboratory that links theory with practice. You’ll work in collaborative groups in a technology-rich environment, which helps you retain what you’ve learned better. If you prefer a traditional lecture-only format, consider enrolling in physics courses at the Burnaby campus.

Sample Fall 2025 Science@Surrey Course Chart

The following course timetables will help you plan your year. Note: If you have AP and IP transfer credits, those credits may alter these recommendations.

We advise you to begin your studies with 3 to 4 courses in your first term, although you may take up to 5. Before enrolling in your first Fall term, book a meeting with the Surrey Science Advisor to discuss your goals and course requirements.