| Summary: | The official University of Lethbridge academic calendar for 1996-1997. The University of Lethbridge Calendar 1996 - 1997 ISBN #0-919555-01-2 This Calendar sets forth the intention of the University, at the time of its publication, with respect to all matters contained therein. The University reserves the right at any time to deviate from what appears in the Calendar, either in order to serve the best interests of the University, or because of circumstances or occurrences beyond the University’s reasonable control. The University expressly denies responsibility or liability to any person who may suffer loss or who may be otherwise adversely affected by such change. ©1996 - The University of Lethbridge DIRECTORY . (Inside Front Cover) THE UNIVERSITY . 5 STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY . 6 ACADEMIC SCHEDULE 1996-1997 . 7 1997-1998 . 9 1998-1999 . 11 PART ONE - ADMISSION Information and Advice . 13 General Information about Admission . 13 Admission to Programs Offered by the Faculty of Arts and Science . 15 Admission to Programs Offered by the Faculty of Education . 18 Admission to Programs Offered by the School of Fine Arts . 18 Admission to Programs Offered by the Faculty of Management . 18 Admission to Programs Offered by the School of Nursing . 18 Admission to Combined Degrees . 18 Admission to Graduate Programs . 18 How to Apply for Admission . 18 Transfer and Evaluation of Credit . 20 PART TWO - REGISTRATION Advice and Information . 23 Terms Used During Registration . 23 When to Register . 24 Order of Registration . 24 Registration Limitations . 25 Course Add / Drop . 25 Cancellation and Withdrawal . 25 PART THREE - FEES AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT Disclaimer . 27 Information . 27 Financial Support . 27 Application for Admission and Unclassified Student Registration Fees . 27 Deposits . 27 Fee Payments . 27 Fee Schedules . 28 Cancellations, Withdrawals and Refunds . 29 Outstanding Accounts . 29 Receipts . 29 Fee Schedules . 30 Fee Deadlines . 36 PART FOUR - ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Information and Advice . 37 Student Computer Literacy . 37 Academic Regulations . 37 University Policies . 40 General Liberal Education Requirement . 46 PART FIVE - FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE Philosophy and Programs . 49 Advising and Information . 50 Academic Standards . 50 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) . 51 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) . 51 Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc.) . 51 Post-Diploma Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Environmental Science . 52 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Co-operative Education . 52 Double Majors . 53 Individual Multidisciplinary Majors . 53 Combined Degrees . 54 B.A., B.Sc. or BASc. After an Approved Degree . 54 Divisional Course Designation . 54 Majors and Programs . 55 Pre-Professional Transfer Programs . 73 PART SIX - FACULTY OF EDUCATION Guiding Principles of Teacher Education . 79 Program Information . 79 Advising . . 79 Special Case Admission . 80 Aboriginal Special Case Admission . 80 Academic Regulations . 80 Standards of Professional Conduct . 80 Special Study Arrangements . 80 Certification of Teachers . 81 Pre-B.Ed. After an Approved Degree . 81 B.Ed. After an Approved Degree . 81 Teacher Preparation Programs . 82 Teacher Preparation after Teacher Training . 82 Diploma Programs In Education (D.P.E.) . 82 B.Ed. Program for Degree Holders . 83 PART SEVEN - SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS General Philosophy and Programs . 85 Advising and Information . 85 Admission . 85 Degree Programs . 86 Conservatory . 90 Art Gallery . 90 University Theatres . 90 PART EIGHT - FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT Philosophy and Programs . 91 Advising and Information . 91 Admission . 91 Academic Standards . 92 Academic Standards - Professional Accounting Diploma . 93 Regulations Which Apply to Courses Taken in Management . . 93 Graduation . 93 Bachelor of Management (B.Mgt.) . 93 Post-Diploma Bachelor of Management . 98 Accelerated Bachelor of Management . 99 Bachelor of Management as a Second Degree . 99 Double Majors . 99 Combined Degrees . 100 Certificate Programs . 100 Professional Accounting Diploma . 101 PART NINE - SCHOOL OF NURSING General Philosophy . 103 Program Information . 103 Admission . 103 Advice and Information . 104 Academic Standards . 104 Standards of Professional Conduct . 105 Qualification for Degree . 105 Special Arrangements for Course Credit . 105 Bachelor of Nursing Degree (Basic Four-Year) . 105 Bachelor of Nursing Degree (Post-Diploma) .106 Sequencing Plans . 108 PART TEN - SOCIAL WORK (THE UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY) - LETHBRIDGE DIVISION Advice and Information . 111 Bachelor of Social Work Program . 111 Admission . 111 Program Requirements . 111 PART ELEVEN - COMBINED DEGREES Basic Information . 113 Advising . 113 Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education . 113 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art) / Bachelor of Education . 124 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dramatic Arts) / Bachelor of Education . 127 Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education . 130 TABLE OF CONTENTS PART ELEVEN - COMBINED DEGREES, continued Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Education . 133 Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Management Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Management . 136 B.A. or B.Sc. After Transfer to a Professional Faculty . 143 PART TWELVE - GRADUATE STUDIES Advice and Information . 145 M.A. or M.Sc. Program . 145 Master of Education (M.Ed.) . 147 PART THIRTEEN - COURSES Where to Get More Information . 153 Definitions and Symbols . 153 Timetable . 154 Disclaimer . 154 PART FOURTEEN - AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Application for Awards . 237 Entrance Awards . 239 Entrance, Transfer or Continuing Awards . 242 Undergraduate Awards . 244 Graduate Scholarships . 260 Academic Medals . 260 Financial Assistance . 261 PART FIFTEEN - GENERAL SERVICES Admissions . 263 Athletics . 263 Bookstore . 263 Bus Service . 263 Career Resources Centre . 263 Catering and Food Services . 264 Chaplaincy . 264 CKUL (Student Radio) . 264 Computing Services . 264 Conference Services . 264 Counselling Centre . 264 Development and Communications . 265 Disabilities . 265 Financial Aid - Student Loans and Grants . 265 Graduate and Professional School Examinations . 265 Health Centre . 265 Housing Services . 265 International Student Liaison Officer (ISLO) . 266 Language Centre . 266 Library . 267 Meliorist (Student Newspaper) . 267 Occupational Health and Safety . 267 Off-Campus Housing . 267 Post Office . 267 Printing Services . 267 Recreation Services . 267 Registrar’s Office . 268 Security and Parking (Including Lost and Found) . 268 Student Awards - Scholarships and Bursaries . 268 Student Recruitment . 269 Students’ Union . 269 PART SIXTEEN - ACADEMIC STAFF . 271 PART SEVENTEEN - UNIVERSITY ORGANIZATION . 279 PART EIGHTEEN - HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENTS . 283 GLOSSARY . 285 INDEX . 288 5 The University of Lethbridge is a nondenominational, coeducational university incorporated under the provisions of the Universities Act of the Province of Alberta. It is a provincial university with membership in the Association of Commonwealth Universities and the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada. The University of Lethbridge participates with the universities and other post-secondary institutions of Alberta in a variety of cooperative pro-grams and activities. The University of Lethbridge was established in 1967 with a student population of 638. It has grown to its current population of approximately 4,800 full and part-time students on a campus overlooking the beautiful Oldman River. Approximately 2,000 students are enroled in Summer Session. LOCATION The University is located on 457 acres in west Lethbridge, a sub-division in Alberta’s third largest city with a population of approximately 67,000 people. The centre of a prosperous farming and ranching area, Lethbridge is charac-terized by its many green areas and parks, and its abundant cultural and recre-ational facilities. It is located in southern Alberta, approximately 145 kilometres (90 miles) east of the Canadian Rockies and 95 kilometres (60 miles) north of the United States border. FACILITIES The campus, designed by architect Arthur Erickson, has received international acclaim for its architectural originality and functional design. University Hall University Hall is a place where students learn, study and live. This facility houses the Faculties of Arts and Science, Education, and Management, as well as the cafeteria, some residences, classrooms, science laboratories, the University Library and some administrative offices. The University Centre for the Arts This facility, officially opened in September, 1981, houses the School of Fine Arts including the Divisions of Art, Dramatic Arts and Music, as well as the Fine Arts components of the Faculty of Education. It features a 406-seat multi-pur-pose theatre, a 203-seat recital hall / film theatre, the University Art Gallery, classrooms, practice rooms and studios. The Centre has become the focus of southern Alberta’s cultural scene offering world-class performances in the arts in addition to faculty and student produc-tions. Physical Education Building For physical education majors as well as those who want a break from their studies, this facility provides gymnasia, weight room, sauna and steam room facilities in addition to the classrooms, administrative offices and auxiliary spaces. Adjacent to the building is an Olympic standard track, soccer pitch and tennis courts. Service Buildings Four service buildings complete the campus, housing various service departments. Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre The Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre features an Olympic standard swimming pool. The Aquatic Centre has an 8-lane, 50-metre pool tank, 3- and 5-metre diving towers and a 250-seat spectator gallery. Movable bulkheads make it possible for three separate activities at one time, and an adjustable floor makes the pool accessible to non-swimmers, young children and disabled and handicapped persons. Students’ Union Building (SUB) Opened in the Fall of 1990, the SUB is a joint project of the Students’ Union, University and Government of Alberta. Overlooking the Oldman River Valley, the Students’ Union occupies 55% of the SUB, featuring a retail floor, a cabaret hall, food kiosks, office suites, club rooms, class rooms, Alumni offices, CKUL Radio, the Meliorist, 24-hour study lounges and more. The Registrar’s Office, most Student Affairs Departments, the Cashier’s Office, and the Bookstore are also located in the SUB. Turcotte Hall Turcotte Hall, adjacent to the Physical Education Building, is a welcome addi-tion to the University of Lethbridge campus. The first two floors of the three-storey building houses Faculty offices, classrooms, seminar rooms and study areas in use by the Departments of Anthropology, Philosophy and History. The third floor houses the University of Lethbridge School of Nursing. Aperture Park Aperture Park is comprised of two apartment buildings and two townhouse complexes. The names of the four buildings, Kainai House, Piikani House, Siksika House and Tsuut’ina House, are the respective Blackfoot words for the Blood, Peigan, Blackfoot and Sarcee tribes of southern Alberta. The one, two and four-bedroom furnished apartments are attractive alternatives to the dor-mitory- style residences in University Hall. The University of Lethbridge is able to provide family housing in the 54, two and three-bedroom townhouse units. Building the LINC The Library Information Network Centre (LINC) is the next major building planned for the University of Lethbridge campus. The LINC will provide “one-stop- shopping” to users with access to library, media, and computer services in one facility. The LINC will triple the seating capacity, provide carrels wired for access to the University computer system, double the size of Education’s Curriculum Laboratory, offer instruction in information literacy and position the University as a communications hub in southern Alberta. A $10 million fundrais-ing campaign is currently underway to provide 30 percent of the funding to build the LINC. A construction start date to coincide with the University’s 30th anniversary celebrations in 1997 is possible, if all the commitments for funding are in place. PROGRAMS The Faculty of Arts and Science offers instruction leading to the degrees Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (BASc.). The Co-operative Education option is available for all B.Sc. majors. The Faculty also offers a Post-Diploma Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science for students who have completed the Diploma in Renewable Resource Management or in Watershed Management at the Lethbridge Community College or another college. The Faculty of Education offers instruction leading to the degrees Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) and Master of Education (M.Ed.). The School of Fine Arts offers the degrees Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A. - Art), Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A. - Dramatic Arts), and Bachelor of Music (B.Mus.), as well as a number of post-diploma baccalaureate programs leading to these degrees. The School also offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Multidisciplinary) degree comprising courses from Art, Dramatic Arts, and Music. The Faculty of Management offers the degree Bachelor of Management (B.Mgt.) as well as certificate and post-diploma baccalaureate programs. The Co-operative Education option is available for all Management majors. The School of Nursing offers the post-basic degree Bachelor of Nursing (B.N.), and the Basic (Four-Year) Bachelor of Nursing (B.N.), offered in collaboration with Medicine Hat College and Lethbridge Community College. The University offers instruction leading to the following Combined Degrees: Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education (B.A. / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education (B.Sc. / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art) / Bachelor of Education (B.F.A. - Art / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dramatic Arts) / Bachelor of Education (B.F.A. - Dramatic Arts / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education (B.Mus. / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Management (General) / Bachelor of Education (B.Mgt. / B.Ed.) Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Management (B.A. / B.Mgt.) Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Management (B.Sc. / B.Mgt.) The University offers instruction leading to Master of Arts (M.A.) or Master of Science (M.Sc.) degrees. The University also offers programs for transfer to professional faculties at other universities in Agriculture, Dentistry, Engineering, Forestry, Journalism, Law, Medicine, Nutrition and Food Sciences, Optometry, Social Work and Veterinary Medicine. A four-year Bachelor of Social Work is offered by the University of Calgary, in cooperation with the University of Lethbridge, on the Lethbridge campus. THE UNIVERSITY 6 STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY In the process of transmitting and advancing higher learning, the University of Lethbridge endeavours to cultivate humane val-ues; it seeks to foster intellectual growth, social development, aesthetic sensitivity, personal ethics and physical well-being; it seeks to cultivate the transcendental dimension of the scholar’s personality. Flexibility and openness to innovation will be the distinguishing feature of the University of Lethbridge. Notwithstanding its intention to offer diverse subject matter contributing to the acquisition of professional skills, the University regards learning as an end in itself, not merely as a means to material ends. Its primary aims are to foster the spirit of free inquiry and the critical interpretation of ideas. The undergraduate is, and should remain, the focus of the University’s endeavour. Students are invited to participate in all phases of university life. The highest degree of interaction between students and faculty is encouraged, and should not be con-fined to the physical limits of the campus. It is desirable and necessary that the University should relate closely to the local community. Nevertheless, its outlook should not be determined by any regional or sectional interest. Through exposures to cosmopolitan influences and diverse cultures, scholars are best able to evaluate their own social and cultural milieux. The University asserts its right and responsibility for free expression and communication of ideas. It is self-evident that a uni-versity cannot function without complete autonomy in this domain. 7 ACADEMIC SCHEDULE 1996 JANUARY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 3 Orientation meeting for Professional Semester II students in the Faculty of Education. 4 First day of classes for the 1996 Spring Semester. 4 and 8 Evening hours - Registrar's Office, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 4-10 In-person registration for Visiting and Unclassified students. 10 Last day for course add / drop and registration for the 1996 Spring Semester, including Independent Studies. 11-12 Submission of Credit / Non-Credit course designations to the Registrar’s Office. Registration for Audit students. 1996 FEBRUARY 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1996 Summer Session. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Form for courses completed in the Fall 1995 Semester to the Faculty / School Office. 15 Deadline for the submission of Program Declaration (Degree, Major, Minor, Concentration) to the Registrar’s Office. 19 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 19-23 Reading Week - no classes. 1996 MARCH 1 Deadline for Application for Graduation for Spring Convocation. Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.A. or M.Sc. Program for the 1996 Summer Session and the 1996 Fall Semester. 15 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for the 1996 Spring Semester. 18 First day for registration for continuing students for the 1996 Summer Session and for the 1996 Fall Semester. 1996 APRIL 5 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 8 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 12 First day for registration for Unclassified students for the 1996 Summer Session - in person or by mail. 15 Last day of classes for the 1996 Spring Semester. Last day for application to the Faculty/School Advising Office for Withdrawal with Cause for the 1996 Spring Semester. 18 Spring Semester final examinations begin. 26 Spring Semester final examinations end. 30 Last day of the 1995-1996 academic year. 1996-1997 ACADEMIC YEAR 1996 MAY 1 First day of the 1996-1997 academic year. 8 First day of classes for Summer Session I. 10 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session I, for all students. 13 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session I. 13-14 Submission of Credit/Non-Credit course designations for Summer Session I to the Registrar’s Office. 20 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 24-25 Spring Convocation. 1996 JUNE 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1996 Fall Semester. Deadline for application for admission for the 1996 Fall Semester for new students and for those seeking re-admission after an absence of one or more semesters. Deadline for application for admission to the Faculty of Education, Faculty of Management, School of Nursing and School of Fine Arts for the 1996 Fall Semester. 6 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session I. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Form for courses completed in the 1996 Spring Semester to the Faculty/School office. 20 Last day of classes for Summer Session I. Summer Session I final examinations. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. JANUARY 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 MARCH 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 APRIL 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 23/ 30 24/ 31 1996 JULY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 2 First day of classes for Summer Session II and II/III. 3 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session II, for all students. 4 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session II. 4-5 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations for Summer Session II to the Registrar’s Office. 16 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session II. 19 Last day for registration for newly admitted Professional Semester I Faculty of Education stu-dents, new Management, Fine Arts and Nursing students for the 1996 Fall Semester. Last day for registration and maintaining admission status for continuing and readmitted stu-dents for the 1996 Fall Semester. 23 Last day of classes for Summer Session II. Summer Session II final examinations. 25 First day of classes for Summer Session III. 26 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session III for all students. 29 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session III. 29-30 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations for Summer Session III to the Registrar’s Office. 31 Last day for withdrawal from Summer Session II/III courses. 1996 AUGUST 1 Deadline for Application for Graduation for Fall Convocation Deadline for application for admission for the BESS Program for the 1996 Fall Semester. Last day for submission of Studio Course applications to the Division of Music for the 1996 Fall Semester (see the Division of Music section for details). 5 Civic Holiday - University offices closed. 9 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session III. 16 Last day of classes for Summer Session III and II/III. Summer Session III, and II/III final examinations. 1996 SEPTEMBER 2 Statutory Holiday - University Offices closed. 3 Orientation meeting and classes for Professional Semester I students in the Faculty of Education. 4 First day of classes for the 1996 Fall Semester, including evening classes, on and off campus. 4-5 Evening hours - Registrar’s Office, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 4-10 In-person registration for Visiting and Unclassified students. 10 Last day for course add/drop and registration for the 1996 Fall Semester, including Independent Studies. 11-12 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations to the Registrar’s Office. Registration for Audit students . 1996 OCTOBER 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.A. or M.Sc. Program for the 1997 Spring Semester. Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1997 Spring Semester. 2 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, offered in the first half of the semester only. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Form for courses completed in the 1996 Summer Session to the Faculty/School office. 14 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 15 Deadline for the submission of Program Declaration (Degree, Major, Minor, Concentration) to the Registrar’s Office. 19 Fall Convocation. 1996 NOVEMBER 1 Deadline for Application for Admission for the 1997 Spring Semester for new students and for those seeking readmission after an absence of one or more semesters. Deadline for continuing students to apply for admission to the Faculty of Management, School of Nursing and School of Fine Arts for the 1997 Spring Semester. 7 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for the 1996 Fall Semester, except half semester courses. 11 Statutory Holiday - University office closed. 12 First day for registration for continuing students, including Graduate students, for the 1997 Spring Semester. 15 Deadline for Application for Graduation for students completing program requirements in the Fall Semester who wish to have this recorded on their transcript. Students who do not apply by this deadline must apply by the March 1 deadline for Spring Convocation. 19 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses offered in the last half of the semester only. 1996 DECEMBER 1 Deadline for application for admission for the BESS Program for the 1997 Spring Semester. Last day for submission of Studio Course applications to the Division of Music for the 1997 Spring Semester (see the Division of Music section for details). 6 Last day of classes for the 1996 Fall Semester. Last day for application to the Faculty / School Advising Office for Withdrawal with Cause for the 1996 Fall Semester. 9 Fall Semester final examinations begin. 17 Fall Semester final examinations end. 25-31 Holidays - University offices closed. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. 8 JULY 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 AUGUST 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 SEPTEMBER 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER 1996 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 9 1997 JANUARY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 6 First day of classes for the 1997 Spring Semester. Orientation meeting for Professional Semester II students in the Faculty of Education. 6-7 Evening hours - Registrar’s Office, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 6-10 In-person registration for Visiting and Unclassified students. 10 Last day for course add/drop and registration for the 1997 Spring Semester, including Independent Studies. 13-14 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations to the Registrar’s Office. Registration for Audit students. 1997 FEBRUARY 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1997 Summer Session. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Forms for courses completed in the Fall 1996 Semester to the Faculty/School office. 15 Deadline for the submission of Program Declaration (Degree, Major, Minor, Concentration) to the Registrar’s Office. 17 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 17-21 Reading Week - no classes. 1997 MARCH 1 Deadline for Application for Graduation for Spring Convocation. Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.A. or M.Sc. Program for the 1997 Summer Session and 1997 Fall Semester. 17 First day for registration for continuing students for the 1997 Summer Session and 1997 Fall Semester. 18 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for the 1997 Spring Semester. 28 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 31 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 1997 APRIL 11 First day for registration for Unclassified students for the 1997 Summer Session - in person or by mail. 18 Last day of classes for the 1997 Spring Semester. Last day for application to the Faculty/School Advising Office for Withdrawal with Cause for the 1997 Spring Semester. 21 Spring Semester final examinations begin. 29 Spring Semester final examinations end. 30 Last day of the 1996-1997 academic year. 1997-1998 ACADEMIC YEAR 1997 MAY 1 First day of the 1997-1998 academic year. 8 First day of classes for Summer Session I. 12 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session I, for all students. 13 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session I. 13-14 Submission of Credit/Non-Credit course designations for Summer Session I to the Registrar’s Office. 19 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 23-24 Spring Convocation. 1997 JUNE 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1997 Fall Semester. Deadline for application for admission for the 1997 Fall Semester for new students and for those seeking re-admission after an absence of one or more semesters. Deadline for application for admission to the Faculty of Education, Faculty of Management, School of Nursing and School of Fine Arts for the 1997 Fall Semester. 6 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session I. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Form for courses completed in the 1997 Spring Semester to the Faculty/School office. 20 Last day of classes for Summer Session I. Summer Session I final examinations. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. JANUARY 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 MARCH 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 APRIL 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 23/ 30 24/ 31 1997 JULY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 2 First day of classes for Summer Session II and II/III. 3 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session II, for all students. 4 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session II. 4 and 7 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations for Summer Session II to the Registrar’s Office. 16 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session II. 18 Last day for registration for newly admitted Professional Semester I Faculty of Education stu-dents, new Management, Fine Arts and Nursing students for the 1997 Fall Semester. Last day for registration and maintaining admission status for continuing and readmitted stu-dents for the 1997 Fall Semester. 23 Last day of classes for Summer Session II. Summer Session II final examinations. 25 First day of classes for Summer Session III. 28 Last day to register and add/drop for Summer Session III for all students. 29 Registration for Audit students for Summer Session III. 29-30 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations for Summer Session III to the Registrar’s Office. 31 Last day for withdrawal from Summer Session II/III courses. 1997 AUGUST 1 Deadline for Application for Graduation for Fall Convocation Deadline for application for admission for the BESS Program for the 1997 Fall Semester. Last day for submission of Studio Course applications to the Division of Music for the 1997 Fall Semester (see the Division of Music section for details). 4 Civic Holiday - University offices closed. 11 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for Summer Session III. 18 Last day of classes for Summer Session III and II/III. Summer Session III and II/III final examinations. 1997 SEPTEMBER 1 Statutory Holiday - University Offices closed. 2 Orientation meeting and classes for Professional Semester I students in the Faculty of Education. 3 First day of classes for the 1997 Fall Semester, including evening classes, on and off campus. 3-4 Evening hours - Registrar’s Office, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 3-9 In-person registration for Visiting and Unclassified students. 9 Last day for course add/drop and registration for the 1997 Fall Semester, including Independent Studies. 10-11 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations to the Registrar’s Office. Registration for Audit students . 1997 OCTOBER 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.A. or M.Sc. Program for the 1998 Spring Semester. Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1998 Spring Semester. 2 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, offered in the first half of the semester only. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Form for courses completed in the 1997 Summer Session to the Faculty/School office. 13 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 15 Deadline for the submission of Program Declaration (Degree, Major, Minor, Concentration) to the Registrar’s Office. 18 Fall Convocation. 1997 NOVEMBER 1 Deadline for Application for Admission for the 1998 Spring Semester for new students and for those seeking readmission after an absence of one or more semesters. Deadline for continuing students to apply for admission to the Faculty of Management, School of Nursing and School of Fine Arts for the 1998 Spring Semester. 6 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for the 1997 Fall Semester, except half semester courses. 11 Statutory Holiday - University office closed. 12 First day for registration for continuing students, including Graduate students, for the 1998 Spring Semester. 15 Deadline for Application for Graduation for students completing program requirements in the Fall Semester who wish to have this recorded on their transcript. Students who do not apply by this deadline must apply by the March 1 deadline for Spring Convocation. 19 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses offered in the last half of the semester only. 1997 DECEMBER 1 Deadline for application for admission for the BESS Program for the 1998 Spring Semester. Last day for submission of Studio Course applications to the Division of Music for the 1998 Spring Semester (see the Division of Music section for details). 4 Last day of classes for the 1997 Fall Semester. Last day for application to the Faculty / School Advising Office for Withdrawal with Cause for the 1997 Fall Semester. 8 Fall Semester final examinations begin. 16 Fall Semester final examinations end. 25-31 Holidays - University offices closed. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. 10 AUGUST 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 SEPTEMBER 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 DECEMBER 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 24/ 31 23/ 30 JULY 1997 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 11 1998 JANUARY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 5 Orientation meeting for Professional Semester II students in the Faculty of Education. 6 First day of classes for the 1998 Spring Semester. 6-7 Evening hours - Registrar’s Office, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 6-12 In-person registration for Visiting and Unclassified students. 12 Last day for course add/drop and registration for the 1998 Spring Semester, including Independent Studies. 13-14 Submission of Credit/Non-credit course designations to the Registrar’s Office. Registration for Audit students. 1998 FEBRUARY 1 Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.Ed. Program for the 1998 Summer Session. 7 Deadline for submission of Grade Appeal Forms for courses completed in the Fall 1997 Semester to the Faculty/School office. 15 Deadline for the submission of Program Declaration (Degree, Major, Minor, Concentration) to the Registrar’s Office. 16 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 23-27 Reading Week - no classes. 1998 MARCH 1 Deadline for Application for Graduation for Spring Convocation. Deadline for application and submission of documentation to the M.A. or M.Sc. Program for the 1998 Summer Session and 1998 Fall Semester. 17 First day for registration for continuing students for the 1998 Summer Session and 1998 Fall Semester. 18 Last day for withdrawal from individual courses, or complete withdrawal, for the 1998 Spring Semester. 1998 APRIL 10 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 13 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 14 First day for registration for Unclassified students for the 1998 Summer Session - in person or by mail. 17 Last day of classes for the 1998 Spring Semester. Last day for application to the Faculty/School Advising Office for Withdrawal with Cause for the 1998 Spring Semester. 20 Spring Semester final examinations begin. 24 Deadline for registration for Professional Semester II Faculty of Education students for the 1998 Fall Semester. 28 Spring Semester final examinations end. 30 Last day of the 1997-1998 academic year. 1998-1999 ACADEMIC YEAR 1998 MAY 1 First day of the 1998-1999 academic year. 8 First day of classes for Summer Session I. 18 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 22-23 Spring Convocation. 1998 JUNE 22 Last day of classes for Summer Session I. Summer Session I final examinations. 1998 JULY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 2 First day of classes for Summer Session II. 23 Last day of classes for Summer Session II. Summer Session II final examinations. 27 First day of classes for Summer Session III. 1998 AUGUST 3 Civic Holiday - University offices closed. 18 Last day of classes for Summer Session III. Summer Session III final examinations. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. JANUARY 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 FEBRUARY 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 MARCH 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 APRIL 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 MAY 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24/ 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 JULY 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1998 SEPTEMBER 1 First day of classes for the 1998 Fall Semester, including evening classes, on and off campus. 7 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 1998 OCTOBER 12 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 17 Fall Convocation. 1998 NOVEMBER 11 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 1998 DECEMBER 7 Last day of classes for the 1998 Fall Semester. 10 Fall Semester final examinations begin. 18 Fall Semester final examinations end. 25-31 Holidays - University offices closed. 1999 JANUARY 1 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 6 First day of classes for the 1999 Spring Semester. 1999 FEBRUARY 15 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 22-26 Reading Week - no classes. 1999 APRIL 2 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 5 Statutory Holiday - University offices closed. 19 Last day of classes for the 1999 Spring Semester. 22 Spring Semester final examinations begin. 30 Spring Semester final examinations end. Last day of the 1998-1999 academic year. When a deadline date occurs on a weekend or Statutory Holiday, the deadline will be the next working day. 12 SEPTEMBER 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 OCTOBER 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOVEMBER 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 23/ 30 24/ 31 AUGUST 1998 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 13 1. INFORMATION AND ADVICE Inquiries relating to admission should be directed to the Admissions Office located in the Registrar’s Office. 2. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT ADMISSION a. First-Year Students Every first-year student, with the exception of Collaborative Nursing and Faculty of Management Certificate students, is admitted into the Faculty of Arts and Science. This admission is for applicants who intend: 1. To study for a degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts and Science). 2. To prepare for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Management or Bachelor of Music programs. 3. To prepare for admission to any of the Combined Degrees programs: Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Management Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Management Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art) / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dramatic Arts) / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Education / Bachelor of Management Bachelor of Education / Bachelor of Music. 4. To enroll in programs leading to degrees offered elsewhere, in: Agriculture Medicine Dentistry Nutrition and Food Sciences Engineering Optometry Forestry Social Work Journalism Veterinary Medicine Law 5. To commence general University studies without committing themselves initially to a particular program. Applicants should note that although admission may be granted to the Faculty of Arts and Science, eligibility to enroll in specific courses may be denied if the appropriate prerequisite high school course has not been completed (e.g., Statistics 1770 which is required for the B.Mgt. degree has a prerequisite of Math 30 or 33). Applicants should check with an Admissions Officer if they are concerned about prerequisite courses for their desired program. b. Admission to Other Programs within the University of Lethbridge Students seeking programs other than Arts and Science may be admitted to a number of kinds of programs at the University of Lethbridge. First degree undergraduate programs Post-Diploma programs leading to degrees After-Degree programs leading to undergraduate degrees Certificate programs in Management Professional Accounting Diploma First Degree Undergraduate Programs Admission to the B.F.A. and B.Mus. programs occurs at the second-year level of studies, after successful completion of at least ten semester courses. Selection of courses required for admission varies with the program chosen. See Part 7, Section 3 for details. Admission to the B.Mgt. program occurs at the second-year level of studies, after successful completion of a minimum of 10 semester courses including Economics 1001 and 2000, Statistics 1770, and seven Arts and Science electives at the 1000/2000 level. See Part 8, Section 3 for details. Admission to Combined Degree programs occurs at the third-year level of studies, after successful completion of a minimum of 20 semester courses. Students preparing to seek admission to these degree programs must be sure, during their studies in the Faculty of Arts and Science, to select courses which fulfill the admission requirements for their chosen program. ADMISSION 1. INFORMATION AND ADVICE 2. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT ADMISSION a. First-Year Students b. Admission to Other Programs Within the University of Lethbridge c. Pre-Professional Transfer Programs d. Transfer from Other Universities or Colleges to the University of Lethbridge e. Readmission to the University of Lethbridge f. Second Bachelor Degree Students g. Visiting Students h. Enrollment Limits and Admission Quotas i. Calendar Year of an Admission 3. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE a. Alberta High School Credits b. Other Canadian High School Credits c. Early Admission d. Alberta Colleges or Institutes of Technology e. Transfer from Accredited or Recognized Colleges or Universities f. Adult Admission Policy g. Credentials from Other Countries h. College Entrance Examination Board Tests i. International Baccalaureate Program j. Advanced Placement Program k. College Diploma 4. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION - SEE Part Six, Faculty of Education 5. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS - SEE Part Seven, School of Fine Arts 6. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT - SEE Part Eight, Faculty of Management 7. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE SCHOOL OF NURSING - SEE Part Nine, School of Nursing 8. ADMISSION TO COMBINED DEGREES - SEE Part Eleven, Combined Degrees 9. ADMISSION TO GRADUATE PROGRAMS - SEE Part Twelve, Graduate Studies 10. HOW TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION a. Procedures for All Applicants b. English Language Proficiency c. Procedures for Non-Matriculated Adult Applicants d. Procedures for Readmission e. Procedures for Admission for Acceptance to Undergraduate Programs in the Faculty of Education, School of Fine Arts, Faculty of Management, School of Nursing or to Combined Degrees f. Undergraduate Admissions Application and Document Deadlines for 1996 / 97 g. Responsibility of the Student or Applicant 11. TRANSFER AND EVALUATION OF CREDIT a. Procedure b. Transfer and Evaluation Policies c. Procedures for Student Appeal d. Explanation of Terms Part One ADMISSION Post-Diploma Programs Leading to Degrees Holders of appropriate diplomas may be admitted into degree programs of approximately 15 to 25 courses (45.0 to 75.0 credit hours) in length, depending upon the diploma awarded. Admission to the post-diploma B.Sc. in Environmental Science program occurs at the third-year level of studies, and requires satisfactory completion of the Diploma in Renewable Resource Management or the Diploma in Watershed Management at the Lethbridge Community College or of another approved diploma. See Part 5, Section 7, for details. Admission to the post-diploma B.F.A. (Art), B.F.A. (Dramatic Arts), and B.Mus. programs requires successful completion of an approved two- or three-year diploma in Art, Theatre or Dramatic Arts, or Music from a recognized college. See Part 7, Section 3 for details. Admission to the post-diploma B.Mgt. program requires successful completion of a two-year diploma in business administration or management or a related discipline from a recognized college or technological institution. See Part 8, Section 9 for details. Admission to the post-diploma B.N. program is available to graduates of approved schools of nursing. See Part 9, Section 2, for details. After-Degree Programs Leading to Undergraduate Degrees Holders of degrees may be admitted to degree programs of approximately 20 courses or less in length. See the appropriate Part in this Calendar. Certificate Programs In Management Admission to certificate programs in the Faculty of Management occurs at the first-year level of studies, but is open to degree and diploma holders. See Part 8, Section 14, for details. Professional Accounting Diploma Admission to the Professional Accounting Diploma in the Faculty of Management requires a previous recognized degree with either a major in accounting or successful completion of certain designated courses. See Part 8, Section 15, for details. Graduate Degree Programs Admission to the Master of Education program requires a B.Ed. or equivalent. Admission to the M.A. or M.Sc. program requires a 40- semester course Bachelor’s degree. See Part 12, Section 3, for details. c. Pre-Professional Transfer Programs Many University courses, including introductory courses, have prerequisite high school courses. Applicants who intend to enroll in one of the professional transfer programs leading to degrees elsewhere should note that, while a student may be admissible to the Faculty of Arts and Science, a longer period may be required to meet the requirements for a professional program if these prerequisite high school courses or their equivalent have not yet been completed. d. Transfer from Other Universities or Colleges to the University of Lethbridge Applicants who have previously attended one or more other post-secondary institutions must meet the admission requirements of the intended University of Lethbridge program. Applicants may be admitted directly to programs leading to Arts and Science degrees. Applicants to programs leading to the B.F.A. (Art), B.F.A. (Dramatic Arts), B.F.A. (Multidisciplinary), B.Mgt., B.Mus., B.N. or any Combined Degree, may be admitted directly to these programs, or may need to seek admission to programs in Arts and Science in order to complete admission requirements. Upon admission, students are assigned transfer credit for eligible post-secondary work. Transfer of credit serves to reduce the number of courses which must be completed at the University of Lethbridge in order to complete a program of studies. For further information, see Transfer and Evaluation Policies, Section 11b. Any student encountering difficulties with transfer of credit to the University is encouraged to contact the Assistant Registrar (Admissions) for assistance and further information. e. Readmission to the University of Lethbridge 1. General This policy applies to Students Returning After an Absence - any persons who were admitted to University of Lethbridge programs, completed one or more semesters at the University and subsequently interrupted their continuing student status prior to the completion of the program, whether the interruption was voluntary or involuntary on the part of the student. This policy does not apply to any persons who left University of Lethbridge studies according to the terms of a leave authorized by the appropriate Dean. All students returning after an absence must apply for admission according to regular application procedures and deadlines. Admission to a particular program or major shall be subject to enrollment management and any other Faculty / School or Admission policies. Subject to the above, students voluntarily leaving the University shall be offered admission if all of the following conditions are met: a. No transferable courses were completed in the intervening period at another institution; b. The student is applying for admission to a non-quota program or major; and, c. Admission is sought for a regular semester no later than the fifth regular semester following the interruption. Unless all of the above conditions are met, the student shall be considered for admission according to current policies for new students. 2. Academic Probation If a student was on Academic Probation upon leaving the University and is subsequently readmitted, it will be on condition of Academic Probation. However, a student who left the University while on Academic Probation and who is later offered admission to a University program, may be offered clear admission given a satisfactory record of work completed at a recognized post-secondary institution during the interruption. For this purpose, a student would be expected to complete no less than five transferable semester courses, in a satisfactory manner. 3. Required to Withdraw Students who have been Required to Withdraw from this or any other post-secondary institution will not be admitted to the University of Lethbridge until at least one full year has elapsed. Students who have been Required to Withdraw from the University shall be considered for admission according to current policies for new student admissions, following the one-year mandatory absence. If a student was Required to Withdraw from a recognized post-secondary program and is subsequently admitted to the University of Lethbridge, it will be on condition of Academic Probation. However, a student who left the University due to a Required Withdrawal and who is later offered admission to a University program, may be offered clear admission given a satisfactory record of work completed at a recognized post-secondary institution during the interruption. For this purpose, a student would be expected to complete no less than ten transferable courses, in a satisfactory manner. Students who have been Required to Withdraw from this or any other post-secondary institution more than once are not usually eligible for admission and shall be considered for admission only on the recommendation of the appropriate Dean. 14 ADMISSION 15 ADMISSION f. Second Bachelor Degree Students Applicants with undergraduate degrees may be admissible to the University to pursue a second degree. Some courses taken for the previous degree may be used to satisfy specific requirements for the second degree, depending on the applicability of the courses to the curriculum and the standard of performance achieved. In order to register in courses as an admitted student, a student who has graduated from a Lethbridge program must successfully apply for admission to another program. Otherwise, such students must register using the Unclassified Student route (see Part 2, Registration - Section 2). Students are not eligible to pursue a second degree which is similar to one already completed at a recognized institution. Generally, degrees with identical or closely related majors are considered to be similar. The decision of the Faculty or School will be final in these matters. g. Visiting Students 1. Visiting Students from Other Universities Applicants currently enrolled in a degree program at another accredited degree granting institution, and who wish to enroll in courses at the University, must complete an Application for Admission by the appropriate deadline and have their home institution forward a “letter of permission” directly to the Admissions Office. This letter should specify courses which the student may take at the University of Lethbridge. Visiting Students should note that registration in specific courses is not guaranteed (further information on registration procedures for Visiting Students may be found in Part 2 - Section 4, Order of Registration). 2. University of Lethbridge Students Studying Elsewhere No transfer credit will be granted for courses taken elsewhere, unless Visiting Student status is granted in advance. Visiting Student status requires written permission from the Dean or Dean’s designate. (See also Part 2, Registration, Section 2, Visiting Students) For some University of Lethbridge programs, students are required to take courses at another institution under Visiting Student authorization. Visiting Student status will be granted to these students. Such courses taken under Visiting Student authorization will be counted as University of Lethbridge courses toward meeting the minimum residence requirement. h. Enrollment Limits and Admission Quotas Admission to the University does not constitute a guarantee that a student will be able to register for any specific course in a given semester. Enrollment limits are enforced by all Faculties and Schools. Where demand for access exceeds program capacity, admission will be limited according to approved enrollment management policies. Applicants will be assigned admission priority chiefly on the basis of academic achievement and academic progress. High school applicants will be assigned priority on the basis of admission average, and new transfer applicants on the basis of both admission grade point average and the number of transferable courses. As all Faculties / Schools have quotas, completion of admission requirements for a program does not guarantee admission to the program nor to a specific major within the program. i. Calendar Year of an Admission See Transfer and Evaluation Policies, Section 11b.9. 3. ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE Admission to programs offered by the Faculty of Arts and Science may be gained by meeting the requirements of one of the following routes: a. Alberta High School Credits 1. Credit for English 30 and three other subjects from the following list with an overall average of at least 60% and a minimum mark of 50% in any subject: Note: The blended grade, which averages the school-assigned final grade and the Departmental examination grade, will be used where applicable in calculating this average. One of: Art 30 or 31, Choral Music 30, Italian 35 Drama 30, General Music 30, or Japanese 35 Instrumental Music 30 Latin 30 Biology 30 Mathematics 30 Blackfoot or Cree (by special assessment) Mathematics 31 Chemistry 30 Physics 30 Chinese 35 Science 30 One of: French 20N, 20S, 30, 30N, 30S, Social Studies 30 31A, 31B or 31C or Language and Spanish 30 Literature 30 Ukrainian 30 or 30S German 30 or 31 2. A fifth subject at the Grade 12 level with a minimum mark of 50%. The grade in the fifth subject is not used in computing the average for admission purposes. The fifth subject may be any combination of Grade 12 courses offered for five credits as part of the Alberta High School curriculum, provided that they do not duplicate one of the disciplines noted above, e.g., credit for both English 30 and 33 will not be counted. Special Projects courses will not be considered. Grades and courses from outside Alberta which have been evaluated by agencies other than the original educational institution are subject to review and adjustment by the University of Lethbridge. b. Other Canadian High School Credits The admission average for all Canadian high schools is calculated on the same basis that is used for Alberta applicants, i.e., English 30 or its equivalent course or courses and three academic Grade 12 courses comparable to Alberta 30-level courses. In addition, completion of a fifth Grade 12 level course is required but does not affect the admission average. No course will be used for admission purposes if the final grade is less than 50%. c. Early Admission The University’s Early Admission program enables offers of admission to students prior to completion of regular high school requirements. Early admission may be granted to currently enrolled students in Canadian high schools on the following basis: 1. Applicants will be selected from among those who submitted both: a) a statement of courses in progress and interim grades, and b) official transcripts of courses already completed at the time of application. Successful applicants will be identified on the basis of actual and predicted academic achievement. 2. The Early Admission average shall be calculated using a combination of final and estimated Grade 12 blended grades. Grade 11 final grades are used to estimate final grades for subjects for which final Grade 12 actual grades are not yet available. For example, if the applicant is currently registered in English 30 for the first time and has therefore received no final grade, the grade obtained in English 20 will be used to compute the average. For Early Admission purposes, course grades will not be estimated for courses in progress which the students is repeating. Early Admission shall be open to all high school applicants currently enrolled in Canadian high schools. Early Admission is available to non- Canadians currently studying at Canadian high schools under student visas, provided that acceptable proof of English Language Proficiency where applicable (see Section 10b.) is provided by the Early Admission application deadline. Early Admission is not available to students currently studying outside Canada. Final high school transcripts must be forwarded directly to the University from the provincial Department of Education by the August 15 or November 15 preceding the semester of admission. If final grades are not submitted by that date, the University reserves the right to withdraw admission. The University reserves the right to withdraw admission at any time should the student’s final admission qualifications fall below the standards required for admission to the University. d. Alberta Colleges or Institutes of Technology The University will consider applicants who have completed one year or more of studies at a recognized Alberta college or Institute of Technology and are recommended by that institution for University admission. For admission requirements, the University accepts courses offered by colleges which are deemed by the colleges to be equivalent to Alberta high school 30-level courses. 16 ADMISSION Canadian High School Admission Requirements for the University of Lethbridge This table provides basic requirements for students presenting credentials from Canadian high schools. Other requirements apply to students presenting 3 or more transferable post-secondary courses. The English Language Proficiency requirement applies to all students whose first language is not English. Minimum 60% admission average (“C” in British Columbia) with no grade under 50% (“P” in British Columbia) on the following: English Course 3 Courses From: ALBERTA English 30 One of: Art 30 or 31, Drama 30, Choral Music, General Music, or Instrumental and Northwest Territories Music 30; Biology 30, Blackfoot or Cree 30, Chemistry 30, One of: French 20S, 20N, 30, 30S, 30N, 31A, B, or C, or Lang. and Lit. 30; German 30 or 31, Italian 30, Japanese 30, Latin 30, Mathematics 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Science 30, Social Studies 30, Spanish 30, Ukrainian 30 or 30S, any 35-level language. and a distinct fifth course(s), academic or non-academic, worth at least 5 credits (not used in calculating the average) BRITISH COLUMBIA English 12 Algebra 12 (before 1991), Biology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Earth Science 12, and Yukon Territories English Literature 12, Français 12 or French 12 or 12A; Geography 12, Geology 12, Geometry 12, German 12, History or Western Civilization 12, Japanese 12, Latin 12, Mandarin 12, Mathematics 12 (after 1991), One of Music 12 or another approved fine arts course at the 12 level; Physics 12, Probability and Statistics 12, Writing 12. and a distinct fifth course(s), academic or non-academic, worth at least 5 credits (not used in calculating the average) SASKATCHEWAN English 30A and 30B Algebra 30 (Modern), Biology 30 (Modern) or Biology 30 (BSCS), Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, one approved fine arts course at the 30-level; French or Langage Français or Littérature Française 30; Geography 30, Geology 30, Geometry 30, German 30, Geo-Trig 30 (Modern), History of English Literature or Literature 30, Latin 30, Mathematics B30 and C30 (counts as one course), Physics 30, Social Studies or Social Studies History 30, Ukrainian 30. and a distinct fifth course, academic or non-academic, at the 30 level (not used in calculating the average) MANITOBA English 300 and one other 300-level of: Biology, Chemistry, French or Français, German, Geography, Hebrew, 300-level English or comparable History or Histoire, Latin, Mathematics, Physics, Spanish, Ukrainian. 40S or 40G course and a full distinct fifth credit, academic or non-academic, in any 300-level course (not used in calculating the average) ONTARIO OAC English or OAC courses: Biology, Chemistry, One of: Dramatic Arts, Music or Visual Arts; Anglais I or II Eastern Languages, English (Writer‘s Craft Literature), French/Français, Geography, German, Greek, Hebrew, History, Italian, Latin, Mathematics (Algebra & Geometry, Calculus, Finite Math), Physics, Polish, Russian, Spanish or other European languages. and a distinct fifth OAC course QUEBEC - Two semesters of CEGEP courses, as below. Two complete years may qualify the applicant for advance credits. English 603 or 604 Biology 101, Chemistry 202, French 601 or 602, Geography 120, History 330, 200 or 300-level language, Mathematics 201, Physics 203. and a distinct fifth course from the above or any 300-level course (not used in calculating the average) NEW BRUNSWICK English 121 or 122 Biology 122 or 5311, Chemistry 121, 122 or 5221, French 121 or 122 or 123, History 121 or 122, Math 121, Math 122, Math 3041 or 3051, Physics 121 or 122, World Geography 122. and a distinct fifth 121 or 122 course (not used in calculating the average) NOVA SCOTIA English 441 Biology 441 or 541, Chemistry 431 or 541, French 441, Geography 441, Geology 441, History 441, Math 431, Math 441, Math 541, Physics 441 or 541, any one 400- or 500-level language. and a distinct fifth course which may be any 400 or 500-level course (not used in calculating the average) PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND English 621 Biology 631, Chemistry 621, French 621 or 631, Geography 621, History 621 or 631, Math 611, Math 621, Math 631, Oceanography 621. and a distinct fifth course which may be any 600- or 800-level course (not used in calculating the average) NEWFOUNDLAND Thematic Literature 3201 or Academic Math 3201, Advanced Math 3203, Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, and Labrador Literary Heritage 3202 French 3200 o
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