Education
Welch Hall
Where is general academic advising located?
At the end of the thistle hallway. TH208.
How long should students have for travel time between MIW and main campus classes?
at least one hour
What happens if I fail the math skills test?
They have two tries or they have to take MATH 1P20.
If students are nervous about taking PHYS 1P90, what course should we recommend?
MATH 1P20
What's the difference between the pass degree and a with major degree?
Pass is a total of 15 credits typically over 3 years whereas with major is 20 credits typically over 4 years.
How many teachables do students in the primary/junior streams have?
None!
Who can visit the general academic advisors?
EVERYONE!
Does SPAN 1F00 count as a humanities context credit?
No.
What highschool requirements are needed for CHEM 1P91?
a 70% in grade 12 chemistry.
I got admitted into Community Health and I want to switch into Child Health, when can I switch? Who should I talk to?
One year after your first year (Spring 2025), and speak to your advisor!!
What courses would you recommend a BA in social sciences take?
all 3 context credits, one social science elective, one elective credit.
What is consecutive education? Can I apply to that program after year one of my undergraduate degree?
Answers may vary.
(e.g. no, this program you can only apply to after you have completed an undergraduate degree. It's a two year program)
What two specific programs do the general academic advisors advise for?
BA in humanities and social sciences
If a student only did up until grade 11 French, which French class do they take?
FREN 1F50
In BSc science, which advisor should they talk to?
The Maths and Science advisor
What is the process for switching into the Nursing program?
Students must apply through OUAC (externally).
Which context credit can be used for either Humanities or Social Science?
CPCF 1F25
Can a student apply into Concurrent Education after first year? If so, what is the process?
Answers may vary.
(e.g. they can try and apply after their first year but acceptance depends on the amount of space. They would complete a change of major form. It isn't guaranteed. Make sure they talk to their advisors!)
What is the difference between ASO and ASY?
ASO: The course is asynchronous (online with no specific times to meet) but tests and exams will be in person
ASY: The course is fully asynchronous (online with no specific times to meet)
How many credits of English is it recommended to take in the first year?
Only one credit (2 half credits)
What is the math skills test? When does it run?
Answers may vary.
(e.g. it is a mandatory test to enter specific math courses such as MATH 1P05. It runs in mid-late August and then one in early January)
What can students NOT minor in as SPMA students?
Business (sorry Aryan!)
What's an easy social science context credit I can take?
We shouldn't advise people on what are "easy" courses to take because what is easy for us, may not be easy for them!
I'm a transfer student, can I fast track the Concurrent Education program?
Answers may vary.
No. Students cannot fast track because their spot in Teachers College is saved for them.
Can general academic advisors provide an override to Economics course?
No!
What are the prerequisites to take ITAL 1F90 or SPAN 1F90?
2 years of either language in high school
I only took a grade 11 math. Should I take STAT 1F92, or STAT 1P98?
STAT 1F92
What KINE course is restricted for ALL Physical Education and Kinesiology majors?
KINE 1P99
Can I take two geography courses to satisfy BOTH my social sciences and science context credit?
NO