Human Ecology (Family Social Sciences), B.H.Ecol.
Overview/Entrance Requirements
Head: Michelle Driedger - Community Health Sciences
Admission Requirements for Family Social Sciences
Admissions into the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
Students interested in Family Social Sciences are advised to review the Bachelor of Health Studies (Family Health concentration), which is part of the Interdisciplinary Health Program. All FMLY courses listed under Family Social Sciences continue to be offered through the Bachelor of Health Studies, in the Family Health concentration, and will continue to do so regardless of the suspension of FSS. All courses listed in this Calendar are not offered every year. Students are referred to the Class Schedule for current information.
Applying knowledge from the social and physical sciences, students in Family Social Sciences examine factors affecting human psychosocial health and wellbeing. They study human development from infancy to old age within the context of families, communities, and culture.
Students are required to choose at least one area, or option, in which to focus their studies. The name of their option will appear as a “comment” on their transcripts. They may select from the following options:
- Aging and Developmental Health Option;
- Child and Youth Developmental Health Option;
- Family Economic Health;
- Family Violence;
- Social Development as well as the Interfaculty Option in Aging.
Family Social Sciences graduates are permitted to complete any option after their degree as a Special Student. Not every Family Social Sciences course will be offered every year. A chart providing course rotation information is available on the Family Social Sciences web page.
The Family Social Sciences program can provide students with academic preparation or complementary courses for programs such as Law, Social Work, Education or Graduate Studies.
Students interested in Family Social Sciences are also advised to review the Bachelor of Health Studies, which is part of the Interdisciplinary Health Program.
Degree Requirements
Faculty Program Requirements
The following are the guidelines for the program requirements in the Degree Program. The courses outlined in the sections which follow, meet these basic requirements.
All students complete a Degree Program core of 9 credit hours consisting of:
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HEAL 2600 | Integration of Health Determinants of Individuals | 3 |
| HNSC 2000 | Research Methods and Presentation 1 | 3 |
| HEAL 3000 | Introduction to Social Epidemiology 2 | 3 |
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Formerly HMEC 2000.
- 2
Formerly HMEC 3000.
- Plus a minimum of 51 additional credit hours within the Degree Program;
- Plus a minimum of 27 additional credit hours outside the Degree Program of which at least 6 credit hours must be from the Faculty of Science and six from the social sciences;
- Plus a minimum of 12 additional credit hours of free electives leading to a degree requirement of 120 (123) credit hours.
Notes:
Students admitted before September, 2005 and graduating after May, 2005, will make the following program adjustments:
- Family Social Sciences students must complete an additional 3 credit hours of FMLY electives at the 3000-4000 level.
Students admitted between September 2005 and September 2015 are urged to seek academic advising assistance for advice regarding completion of core course requirements.
Program Electives
Courses within each program fall into one of three categories:
- Program electives must be chosen from within the program department.
- Outside electives must be chosen from a Faculty other than the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program.
- Free electives may be chosen from within or outside the Degree Program.
Courses to be taken by all Family Social Sciences students:
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| STAT 1000 | Basic Statistical Analysis 1 | 3 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Statistical Analysis 2 | ||
Any other Science course | ||
| One of the following: 1 | 3-6 | |
| Introduction to Microeconomic Principles | ||
| Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles | ||
| Introduction to Canadian Economic Issues and Policies | ||
| Introduction to Global and Environmental Economic Issues and Policies | ||
| HNSC 2000 | Research Methods and Presentation 2 | 3 |
| HEAL 3000 | Introduction to Social Epidemiology 3 | 3 |
| HEAL 2600 | Integration of Health Determinants of Individuals | 3 |
| FMLY 1000 | Families in Contemporary Canadian Society | 3 |
| FMLY 1010 | Human Development in the Family | 3 |
| FMLY 1012 | Introduction to Social Development | 3 |
| FMLY 1420 | Family Management Principles | 3 |
| FMLY 2400 | Family Financial Health | 3 |
| FMLY 2500 | Diversity and Families | 3 |
| FMLY 3750 | Fundamentals of Health Promotion | 3 |
| FMLY 3780 | Introduction to the Development of Programs for Children and Families | 3 |
| FMLY 3790 | Introduction to the Evaluation of Programs for Children and Families | 3 |
| PSYC 1200 | Introduction to Psychology (or SOC 1200 Course no longer offered) | 6 |
| 24 credit hours in Program Electives | 24 | |
| 3 credit hours in FMLY Electives 4 | 3 | |
| 12-15 credit hours in Outside Electives | 12-15 | |
| 27 credit hours in Free Electives | 27 | |
| Total Hours | 117-123 | |
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If students choose ECON 1010 and ECON 1020 (formerly ECON 1200) or ECON 1210 and ECON 1220, 12 credit hours of outside electives are required.
- 2
Formerly HMEC 2000.
- 3
Formerly HMEC 3000.
- 4
Any non-required FMLY course is a Bachelor of Human Ecology (Family Social Sciences) program elective. At least one of the non-specified program electives must be at the 3000-4000 level. For more information, students are asked to contact the Academic Advisor for the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program.
Note:
- All courses listed in the general Family Social Sciences section (above) are required. In addition, students must choose at least one area (Option) in which to focus their studies. In the following section, the courses required to fulfill each Option are listed. They will partially meet department, outside and free elective requirements. More courses will be required to complete the 120 credit hour degree. Students are encouraged to take more than one Option. Each Option must consist of 18 non-overlapping credit hours; that is, no course can satisfy the requirement of more than one Option.
Concentrations
Aging and Developmental Health Option
This option is also part of the Interfaculty Option in Aging, which can fulfill the requirement for an option within the Family Social Sciences major.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FMLY/REC/SWRK 2650 | The Social Aspects of Aging | 3 |
| NURS/KIN 2610 | Health and Physical Aspects of Aging | 3 |
| FMLY 4300 | Field Experience (must be focused on Aging) | 6 |
| At least 3 credit hours from the following: | 3 | |
| Death and the Family | ||
| Families in Later Years | ||
| Aging and Risk in a Global Context | ||
| At least 3 credit hours from the following: | 3 | |
KIN 4500 | Course No Longer Offered | |
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Adult Development | ||
| Individual Differences | ||
| Memory | ||
| Leisure and Aging | ||
| Death and Concepts of the Future | ||
| Sociology of Health and Illness | ||
| The Sociology of Aging | ||
| The Sociology of Health Care Systems | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Child and Youth Developmental Health Option
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FMLY 2600 | Foundations of Childhood Developmental Health | 3 |
| FMLY 3600 | Adolescents in Families and Society | 3 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Parenting and Developmental Health | ||
| Children in Adversity | ||
| A Social Justice Perspective on Indigenous Maternal and Child Health | ||
| At least 9 credit hours from the following: | 9 | |
| Anthropology of Childhood | ||
| Family Violence | ||
| Conflict Resolution in the Family | ||
| Intimate Partner Violence | ||
| Children, Violence and Rights | ||
| Management of Family Stress | ||
| Work and Family Issues | ||
| Family Relationships, Health and Well-being | ||
| Nutrition for Health and Changing Lifestyles | ||
| Nutrition Through the Life Cycle | ||
NURS 4440 | Course No Longer Offered | |
| Behaviour Modification Principles | ||
| Adult Development | ||
| Behaviour Modification Applications | ||
| Adolescent Development | ||
| Experimental Child Psychology | ||
| Child Language Development | ||
| Youth, Crime, and Society | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Family Economic Health Option
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| At least 9 credit hours from the following: | 9 | |
| Families as Consumers | ||
| Management of Family Stress | ||
| Family Economics: Poverty and Wealth | ||
| Work and Family Issues | ||
| At least 9 credit hours from Electives (see below) 1 | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
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Select at least 3 credit hours from courses numbered 3000 or 4000.
Electives
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 1100 | Introductory Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 1110 | Introductory Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ANTH 2430 | Ecology, Technology and Society | 3 |
| ANTH 2550 | Culture and the Individual | 3 |
| ECON 2310 | Canadian Economic Problems | 6 |
| ECON 2350 | Community Economic Development | 3 |
| ECON 2362 | Economics of Gender | 3 |
| ECON 2390 | Introduction to Environmental Economics | 3 |
| ECON 3720 | Urban and Regional Economics and Policies | 3 |
| FIN 2200 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| FIN 3420 | Security Analysis | 3 |
| FMLY 3012 | Theories of Social Development | 3 |
| FMLY 3240 | Families in Later Years | 3 |
| FMLY 4012 | Social Development Policies | 3 |
| FMLY 4220 | Aging and Risk in a Global Context | 3 |
| FMLY 4602 | Family Relationships, Health and Well-being | 3 |
| GEOG 1280 | Introduction to Human Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 2210 | Course No Longer Offered | 3 |
| GMGT 2070 | Introduction to Organizational Behaviour | 3 |
| HRIR 2440 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HNSC 1210 | Nutrition for Health and Changing Lifestyles | 3 |
| HNSC 2130 | Nutrition Through the Life Cycle | 3 |
| INDG 1200 | Course no longer offered | 6 |
| INDG 1240 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| MKT 2210 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| MKT 3230 | Consumer Behaviour | 3 |
| NURS 4440 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| SOC 3370 | Sociology of Work | 3 |
| SOC 3380 | Power, Politics and the Welfare State | 3 |
| SOC 3390 | Contemporary Sociological Theory | 3 |
| TXSC 1600 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| TXSC 1610 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| TXSC 2600 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| TXSC 2610 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| TXSC 2620 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| TXSC 3600 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
Family Violence Option
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FMLY 2800 | Family Violence | 3 |
| FMLY 3802 | Intimate Partner Violence | 3 |
| or FMLY 3806 | Children, Violence and Rights | |
| FMLY 4802 | Family Violence Prevention | 3 |
| At least 9 credit hours from Electives (see below) 1 | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
- 1
Select at least 3 credit hours from courses numbered 3000 or 4000.
Electives
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 3380 | Anthropology and Contemporary Social Issues | 3 |
| FMLY 3800 | Conflict Resolution in the Family | 3 |
| FMLY 4220 | Aging and Risk in a Global Context | 3 |
| FMLY 4330 | Management of Family Stress | 3 |
| FMLY 4602 | Family Relationships, Health and Well-being | 3 |
| FMLY 4604 | Children in Adversity | 3 |
| INDG 1220 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| INDG 1240 | Course no longer offered | 3 |
| NURS 3330 | 3 | |
| NURS 3400 | 3 | |
| PSYC 3470 | Dyadic Relations | 3 |
| SOC 2370 | Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| SOC 2510 | Criminology | 3 |
| SOC 3700 | Sociology of Law | 3 |
| SOC 3790 | Women, Crime and Social Justice | 3 |
| SOC 3830 | Youth, Crime, and Society | 3 |
| WOMN 3560 | Feminist Perspectives on Violence Against Women | 3 |
Social Development Option
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| At least 9 credit hours from the following: | 9 | |
| Development, Conflict, and Displacement | ||
| Theories of Social Development | ||
| Social Development Policies | ||
| Family Economics: Poverty and Wealth | ||
| 3 credit hours from the following: | 3 | |
| The Social Aspects of Aging | ||
| Family Violence | ||
| Families in Later Years | ||
| Families as Consumers | ||
| Conflict Resolution in the Family | ||
| Aging and Risk in a Global Context | ||
| Management of Family Stress | ||
| Work and Family Issues | ||
| Family Relationships, Health and Well-being | ||
| Children in Adversity | ||
| 6 credit hours from the following: | 6 | |
| Socio-Cultural Anthropology | ||
INDG 1220 | Course no longer offered | |
INDG 1240 | Course no longer offered | |
| Global Sweatshops, Global Struggles | ||
| Introduction to Political Studies | ||
| Introduction to Canadian Politics | ||
| Canadian Society and Culture | ||
| Power and Inequality in Comparative Perspective | ||
| Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies in the Social Sciences | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Department Academic Regulations
The provisions of the General Academic Regulations and the University Policies and Procedures, apply to all students. In addition, the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program has regulations and requirements, published below, that apply specifically to its students.
Prerequisite, Corequisite, and Course Availability: Definitions
Prerequisite: If a course is prerequisite to a second course, the prerequisite must be met in order to continue in the second course. The department giving the second course may require a minimum grade of ‘C’ in the first course to register in the second course. Some inactive (legacy) courses may be used as prerequisites.
Corequisite: If a first course is a corequisite to a second course, the first course (unless previously completed) must be taken in the same term as the second course.
Course Availability: Not all courses listed in this Calendar are offered every year. Students are referred to the on-line calendar for courses offered in the year. Family Social Sciences courses at the 3000 and 4000 level are available only to students registered in the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program or one of the minors or options associated with the Degree Program. Courses at the 3000 and 4000 level may be taken with written permission from an Academic Advisor as long as there is space.
Scholastic Standards
GRADUATION AND GRADE POINT AVERAGE
To graduate, a student must have passed 120 credit hours acceptable for credit in the current degree program and have obtained a minimum of 240 quality points. This is equivalent to a Degree Grade Point Average of 2.0. A pass indicates a grade of ‘D’ or better. A student's Degree Grade Point Average (DGPA) will be determined from the number of effective courses which apply at a particular stage. The effective courses consist of all courses passed, in addition to all failures which have not been cleared, or substituted for, in the student’s record. A maximum of 150 credit hours (25 courses or the equivalent) may be attempted in order to obtain the 120 credit hours.
ASSESSMENT
The status of each student will be assessed in May of each year in which a student is registered. All Direct Entry students will be assessed formally upon completion of at least 24 credit hours in May of each year using the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program assessment standards. Assessments can include the following comments:
- Faculty minimum met (grade point average meets the standards);
- Dean′s Honour
- Academic Warning
- Probationary status
- Suspension
- Suspension - all attempts used
Academic warning indicates a grade point average between the minimum required at the effective credit hours (year) and the DGPA requirement of 2.0.
There is a maximum of 30 credit hours of attempts allowed for each academic program; once those attempts are used (repeated courses, grades of F or D), it is impossible to graduate.
PROBATIONARY STANDING
Students must achieve or exceed the following standards at the specified stages in their academic careers. Failure to obtain the standard results in probation. Once placed on probation, students who fail to meet the appropriate performance level at the next assessment following the next registration will be academically suspended. A student is not permitted to be on probation for two consecutive years.
ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program
| Credit Hours | Grade Point Average | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 9 – 21 credit hours | < 2.0 | Academic Warning |
| 24 – 30 credit hours | Minimum 1.80 | |
| 33 – 60 credit hours | Minimum 1.85 | |
| 63 – 90 credit hours | Minimum 1.90 | |
| 93 – 117 credit hours | Minimum 1.95 | |
| 120+ credit hours | Minimum 2.0 |
SUSPENSION
Suspended students must remain out of the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program for one academic year from the date of suspension and must apply for reinstatement at the Admissions Office no later than May 1.
Where mathematically possible for a suspended student to complete the degree by repeating failed courses, a suspended student shall be automatically reinstated after remaining out of the Degree Program for one calendar year, or by achieving a degree GPA above the probationary standard.
SUSPENSION (ALL ATTEMPTS USED)
Where it is mathematically impossible for a student to complete the degree by repeating failed courses, a suspended student, after remaining out of the faculty for one calendar year, may attempt reinstatement. By completing at least 12 credit hours in one term with a minimum ‘D’ grade in all courses and a term grade point average of at least 2.0, the student will be reinstated. The student will start the program afresh, with previous grades of ‘C’ or better applicable to the program.
Part-time Students
The maximum time allowed for completion of the degree is 10 years. After completion of 24 credit hours, part-time students will be evaluated each May and must conform to the minimum performance levels.
Direct Entry
Admissions into the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended. Students interested in Family Social Sciences are advised to review the Bachelor of Health Studies (Family Health concentration), which is part of the Interdisciplinary Health Program.
Current Direct Entry students will be assessed formally upon completion of at least 24 credit hours in May of each year using the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Science Degree Program's assessment standards. Probationary standing is assessed using the criteria listed. Direct Entry students who complete fewer than 24 credit hours by May of their first year will not be formally assessed until the following May. Students who complete 9 - 21 credit hours with a grade point average of less than 2.0 will be placed on academic warning.
Repeating Courses
Limited Access will not affect registration for the current Academic Year, which includes Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. See University Policy and Procedures – Repeat Course Policy – Section 2.5 (a) Limited Access.
A student may repeat any course for the purpose of attaining a better grade. A course or its equivalent that is repeated in Fall 2016 or later will have the highest grade count. There are no supplemental examinations for students who have failed final or deferred examinations.
Challenge for Credit
A student wishing to challenge a course for credit should contact an Academic Advisor. Letter grades are granted upon completion of the course that is challenged for credit. A list of courses for challenge is available in the Advising Office. An application is required.
Transfer of Credit
Please refer to Admissions and Transfer of Credit web site.
Appeals of Academic Regulations
The Committee on Student Standing considers petitions from students who request special consideration with respect to rules and regulations governing their programs of study and qualification for graduation.
Dean’s Honour List
Eligible students who achieve a term Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher in at least 12 credit hours per term will be included in the Deans Honour List.
Degree With Distinction
Students who graduate with a degree GPA of 3.75 and higher will receive a degree with distinction.
Work Permit for Study Purposes
International students who are registering for courses or programs that require work placement must obtain a valid Work Permit, in addition to maintaining a valid Study Permit. Work placement includes, but is not limited to, any paid or unpaid practicum, internships, work experience, field placement, and co-op programs that are a required component for the completion of their degree, diploma or certificate. Please contact your program advisor or the International Centre for Students for further information.
Release and Indemnification Forms
In elective courses, students may be required to sign a release form for off-campus activities.
Written English and Mathematics Requirements
The written English and Mathematics requirements are satisfied by required courses HNSC 2000 (formerly HMEC 2000) and STAT 1000 within the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Science Degree Program. HNSC 2000 (formerly HMEC 2000) will be available to students upon admission to the Degree.
Program and Graduation Requirements
Intake to the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
For students entering the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program:
In order to qualify for a degree, students must complete the 120 credit hours specified for the selected program. Elective choices provided in each program can permit students to transfer between them; however, this opportunity decreases as students progress. Students who transfer to another program must meet the full requirements of that program. There is a quota in effect for intake to each program per academic year. The quota may affect movement into a program after the September intake.
Advisement
Intake to the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
The Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program will provide entering students with orientation information and will refer a student to a program advisor if the student requests. All returning students in the Degree Program must submit a program plan for the succeeding year before the start of registration.
Courses
Family Social Sciences
(Formerly FMLY 1020) This course provides an introduction to issues in contemporary families from an interdisciplinary perspective. Changing and diverse family forms and experiences are reviewed. An overview of issues pertinent to family well-being, including but not limited to immigration, poverty, homelessness, racism, addiction, disability, divorce, and physical and mental illness is provided. Not to be held with FMLY 1020.
Equiv To: FMLY 1020
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
Introductory survey of key aspects of human development processes within the family context from a life span perspective. Not to be held with NURS 1260.
Mutually Exclusive: NURS 1260
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
This course is an introduction to social development with a particular emphasis on families and communities. Social development is concerned with the advancement of the common good, the effective management of social problems, the meeting of human needs, and the equitable distribution of society's resources. As such, this course explores the social factors and conditions that promote or hinder social development and how this affects the well-being of individual, families, and communities in contemporary societies. Not to be held with FMLY 1900
Equiv To: FMLY 1900
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
An introductory course that uses an ecosystem perspective resources, decision-making, planning, implementing, evaluating, and communication within family contexts. Applications to balancing work and family, individual and family stress, family finance, environmental issues, and the use of time and human resources will be made.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
The course is an introduction to development, conflict, and displacement as they affect individuals, families and communities. Specifically, this course examines the current phenomenon of induced displacement due to social conflicts, natural disasters, or uneven development in developing countries. Students will examine concepts and issues arising from induced displacement and explore community based responses to this problem. Not be held with FMLY 2900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012 or consent of the instructor.
Equiv To: FMLY 2900
A survey of topics that have an impact on the financial health of Canadian families, including personal money management, mortgage financing, credit and debt, educational and retirement planning, taxation, insurance, savings and investments. The course prepares students to help families maximize resources and increase their financial literacy. May not be held with the former FMLY 2070.
Equiv To: FMLY 2070
(Formerly FMLY 2350) Using the theoretical frameworks of intersectionality and social ecology, this class addresses how diversity in Canada is influenced by age, gender, ability, ethnicity, race, as well as family relationships, institutions and social policies. A focus on human rights and anti-racism education is emphasized. Not to be held with FMLY 2350.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1000 (FMLY 1020) or FMLY 1010 or equivalent.
Equiv To: FMLY 2350
This course examines the theoretical and empirical foundations of childhood development and their implications for promoting developmental health. Specifically, the course considers the biological and environmental factors that influence developmental health given physical, cognitive, emotional and social development from the prenatal period to middle childhood. May not be held with PSYC 2290 or PSYC 2291.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1010.
An examination of the social aspects of aging, including cultural norms, socio-economic factors and historical events. Emphasis on understanding the aging process as a life transition involving adaptation through interaction with social, psychological, emotional, spiritual and environmental determinants. May not be held with REC 2650, SWRK 2650, SWRK 2651, or the former HMEC 2650.
A survey of the extent and nature of various forms of family violence across the life course. Topics include physical and sexual child abuse, sibling violence, partner violence, and elder abuse. Emphasis is on prevalence, incidence, causes, consequences and solutions.
This course is a survey of social development theories that have influenced the study and practice of development since the 1950s. It addresses the question of why theories of social development are necessary and why different theories emerged at particular times in history. This course examines explanations of development and underdevelopment as they impact on individuals, families and communities. Not be held with FMLY 3900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012.
Equiv To: FMLY 3900
An examination of dying and death of family members throughout the family life cycle. Specific topics included are the meaning of death, the process of dying, caring relationships, grief and bereavement.
An investigation of family issues in the later years of life, such as housing, intergenerational relations, adjustment to retirement, sibling relations, grandparenting, death.
Examines parenting and its influence on developmental health, with consideration of change across time, the context in which parenting occurs, and the effect of the parent-child relationship on developmental health.
An examination of the factors that influence the consumer behaviour of individuals and families across the life course, with particular attention to the situation of vulnerable consumers. Theory, education, policy and practice are related to contemporary consumer issues and the impact of consumption behaviour on the environment. Not to be held with the former FMLY 3450.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: [FMLY 2400 or FMLY 2070] and [ECON 1210 or ECON 1220 or ECON 1010 or ECON 1020].
Equiv To: FMLY 3450
The opportunity to carry out an individual study in the area of the family of particular interest to the student. When enrolment warrants, the department may offer selected topics in a regular course format.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
This course is designed to help students understand the nature of adolescent relationships with their families in communities. The application of theory and research on adolescent relationships to professional practice with families and communities is emphasized.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600 and completion of 54 credit hours.
This course provides an interdisciplinary life course perspective on theories and methods of health promotion. Current research, practices and policies in health promotion targeting individuals, families and communities will be critically reviewed with regard to issues of gender, culture, age, functional ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, and other determinants of health.
An introduction to the theory and practice of program development with special emphasis on programs for children and families. The course will cover techniques for conducting need assessments, as well as the process of planning and implementing programs to address community need.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: HNSC 2000 (or the former HMEC 2000 or the former HMEC 2050).
An introduction to the theory and practice of program evaluation with special emphasis on child and family programs. Considers the purpose of evaluation, types of evaluation, evaluation design and analysis, and the evaluation process.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: HNSC 2000 (or the former HMEC 2000 or the former HMEC 2050).
Students will examine the nature and development of conflict in family relationships throughout the life span. Implications of conflict for the quality of family relationships and individual development will be addressed.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800 and completion of 54 credit hours.
A critical examination of theory and research on violence in intimate relationships. Topics will include violence in dating, common-law, marital, ex-partner and same-sex relationships.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800.
Violence against children in their families takes many forms, from sexual exploitation to honour killings. We will explore, through a child rights lens, the forces contributing to violence against children, its impact on human lives, and approaches to prevention being implemented around the world. Not to be held with FMLY 3804.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800.
Equiv To: FMLY 3804
This course examines the formulation of social development policies and the impact of these policies on the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The course uses a seminar format to foster students' capacity to understand and examine policy issues. Students will develop skills in understanding, analyzing, and formulation social development policies. Actual social development case studies will be evaluated and alternative family and community oriented policies discussed. Not be held with FMLY 4900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012.
Equiv To: FMLY 4900
This course will take an interdisciplinary perspective on definitions of risk associated with a variety of determinants that shape the daily lived experience of older adults, their families and communities, and the institutions that care for them. Students will evaluate programs, policies and research, and engage in a final project of their choice. Pre- or
Provide students with field experience in a supervised setting. The course consists of 120 hours of supervised work in an assigned setting and seminar time with peers and field experience coordinator. Grade is pass/fail.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: 84 credit hours and consent of instructor.
Theories which influence family behaviour during stress are discussed, and coping/managerial skills to mitigate the effects of the stressors are examined. Stress management advice from agencies and in educational settings is analyzed.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1000 (FMLY 1020).
Analysis of principles, major problems and trends in the economic welfare of individuals and families in both the Canadian and global economies. Emphasis on families and their relationships to the economy such as income inequality, family economic policy, human capital, poverty and resource distribution within families.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: [FMLY 2400 or FMLY 2070] and [one of ECON 1210 or ECON 1220 or ECON 1010 or ECON 1020]. Not to be held with the former FAMLY 4450.
Equiv To: FMLY 4450
The opportunity to carry out advanced study in the area of the family of particular interest to the student. When enrolment warrants, the department may offer selected topics in a regular course format.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
An exploration of the interface between paid work and unpaid work and families in the Canadian and international contexts. Topics include demographic trends; parenting, child and elder care; management of work-family conflict; development of workplace solutions; and social policy implications.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2400 (or FMLY 2070) and 84 credit hours.
The preparation and presentation of a comprehensive review of the literature and an empirical investigation of an approved topic. Application required. Enrolment limited.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Registered in the final year of the Family Social Sciences program and consent of Department Head.
The development of behavioural and social difficulties are examined from a risk and resilience perspective. The interaction of factors at all levels of the human ecological system are considered in terms of their impact on increasing risk and/or building resilience in children and youth.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600
This course provides an in-depth survey of the interaction between family relationship dynamics, and health and well-being across the life course period. The influence of family members on health-related behaviours is reviewed and preventive family-based interventions are evaluated.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 3600.
Millions of children live with violence, trauma and other adverse circumstances. We will explore the interactions among individual, family, cultural, legal and policy factors as they affect children's developmental pathways in the face of adversity. May not be held with FMLY 4600.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600 or FMLY 3600.
Equiv To: FMLY 4600
This course examines the local and global challenges regarding the health care and health care needs of Indigenous peoples, with particular attention to childbearing women, new mothers, and young children. Interdisciplinary theories and methods applied to the study of Indigenous peoples are critically evaluated from Indigenous and social justice perspectives.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2500( FMLY 2350) or NURS 3330 or NATV 1220 or NATV 1240.
Advanced study in the areas of family violence and/or conflict resolution. Special emphasis is placed upon current research and/or practice.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 3800 and completion of 72 credit hours.
Family violence prevention theories, research, practices and policies will be critically reviewed with regard to issues such as gender, culture, sexual orientation and others. Not to be held with the former FMLY 4800.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: FMLY 2800.
Equiv To: FMLY 4800
- Introduction
- Residence and Written English and Mathematics Requirements
- Course Identification
- Grades and Grade Point Average Calculation
- Academic Evaluation
- Academic Integrity
- Appeals of Grades
- Attendance and Withdrawal
- Deferred and Supplemental Examinations
- Final Examinations
- Hold Status
- Graduation and Convocation
- Personal Information
Introduction
This chapter contains the regulations and requirements that apply to all students, regardless of faculty or school.
Each faculty and school has its own supplementary regulations and requirements. These are published in the faculty or school chapters of the Academic Calendar. Some faculties and schools also have additional regulations and requirements governing their programs; these are available from the faculty or school.
It is the responsibility of each student to be familiar with the academic regulations and requirements of the University of Manitoba in general and of the specific academic regulations and requirements of their faculty or school of registration. Accordingly, students are asked to seek the advice of advisors in faculty and school general offices whenever there is any question concerning how specific regulations apply to their situations.
Residence and Written English and Mathematics Requirements
Residence Requirements For Graduation
Each faculty and school recommends to the Senate the number of credit hours each student must complete in order to graduate from its programs. Senate also requires each student to complete a minimum number of credit hours at the University of Manitoba -- this is called the “residence requirement.”
Unless otherwise stated in faculty and school chapters, the minimum residence requirement of the University of Manitoba is the work normally associated with one year in the case of programs of three years’ duration, and two years for programs of four years’ duration. Some faculties and schools may have additional residence requirements specified in their program regulations. However, in all cases, the residence requirement is assessed following an appraisal of the educational record of the student applying to transfer credits from another institution or applying to earn credits elsewhere on a letter of permission. The residence requirement is not reduced for students whose “challenge for credit” results in a passing grade.
University English and Mathematics Requirements for Undergraduate Students
All students are required to complete, within the first 60 credit hours of their programs, a minimum of one three credit hour course with significant content in written English, and a minimum of one three credit hour course with significant content in mathematics.
Some degree programs have designated specific written English and mathematics courses to fulfil this requirement.
Price Faculty of Engineering have their own written English requirements.
Some degree programs require that the written English and/or mathematics requirements be completed prior to admission.
See the program descriptions in the faculty and school chapters of the Academic Calendar for details.
Exemptions to the Written English and Mathematics Requirement
- All students with completed baccalaureate degrees and who transfer into any program to which these requirements apply.
- Registered Nurses entering the Bachelor of Nursing Program for Registered Nurses.
- Students admitted before the 1997-98 Regular Session.
- Written English exemption only: Students transferring from Université de Saint-Boniface who have completed a written French requirement (at the university) before transferring to the University of Manitoba will be deemed to have met the written English requirement.
Approved English and Mathematics Courses
A complete list of all courses which satisfy the university written English and mathematics requirement is provided below. (When searching for courses in Aurora, students may search Course Attributes for courses that satisfy the written English and Mathematics requirements).
Note that some programs may restrict the choice of English or Mathematics courses. See the program descriptions in the faculty and school chapters of the Academic Calendar for details.
Written English Courses
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGRI 2030 | Technical Communications | 3 |
| ANTH 2020 | Relatedness in a Globalizing World | 3 |
| ARTS 1110 | Introduction to University | 3 |
| ASIA 1420 | Asian Civilizations to 1500 (B) | 3 |
| ASIA 1430 | Asian Civilization from 1500 (B) | 3 |
| CATH 1190 | Introduction to Catholic Studies | 3 |
| CATH 2010 | Literature and Catholic Culture 1 | 3 |
| CATH 2020 | Literature and Catholic Culture 2 | 3 |
| CLAS 2612 | Greek Literature in Translation | 3 |
| CLAS 2622 | Latin Literature in Translation | 3 |
| ENGL 0930 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENGL 0940 | Writing About Literature | 3 |
| ENGL 1XXX | All English courses at the 1000 level | |
| ENGL 2XXX | All English courses at the 2000 level | |
| ENVR 2810 | Environmental Critical Thinking and Scientific Research | 3 |
| FAAH 2930 | Writing about Art | 3 |
| FILM 2280 | Film and Literature | 6 |
| FORS 2000 | Introductory Forensic Science | 3 |
| GEOG 2900 | Geography of Canadian Prairie Landscapes (A) | 3 |
| GEOL 3130 | Communication Methods in the Geological Sciences | 3 |
| GMGT 1010 | Business and Society | 3 |
| GMGT 2010 | Business Communications | 3 |
| GPE 2700 | Perspectives on Global Political Economy | 3 |
| GRMN 1300 | Masterpieces of German Literature in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 1310 | Love in German Culture in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2120 | Introduction to German Culture from 1918 to the Present (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2130 | Introduction to German Culture from the Beginnings to 1918 (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2500 | Special Topics in German in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2510 | German Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm to Hollywood (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2520 | Spies: Stories of Secret Agents, Treason, and Surveillance (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 2530 | My Friend the Tree: Environment and Ecology in German Culture in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3262 | Representations of the Holocaust in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3270 | Studies in Contemporary German Cinema (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3282 | Sex, Gender and Cultural Politics in the German-Speaking World in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3390 | German Representations of War (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3510 | Special Topics in German in English Translation (C) | 3 |
| GRMN 3530 | Special Topics in Comparative German and Slavic Studies (C) | 3 |
| HIST 1XXX | All History courses at 1000 level | |
| HIST 2XXX | All History courses at 2000 level | |
| HNSC 2000 | Research Methods and Presentation | 3 |
| HYGN 1340 | Communications | 2 |
| INDG 2020 | The Métis in Canada | 3 |
| INDG 2110 | Introduction to Indigenous Community Development | 3 |
| INDG 2530 | Introduction to Indigenous Theory | 3 |
| KPER 2120 | Academic Skills in Kinesiology and Recreation Management | 3 |
| LABR 1260 | Working for a Living | 3 |
| LABR 1290 | Labour Unions and Workers' Rights in Canada | 3 |
| LABR 2200 | Labour History: Canada and Beyond (C) | 3 |
| LABR 2300 | Workers, Employers and the State | 3 |
| LABR 4510 | Labour Studies Field Placement Seminar | 3 |
| LAW 1540 | Legal Methods | 5 |
| LAW 2650 | Introduction to Advocacy | 3 |
| LING 2740 | Interpretation Theory | 3 |
| PHIL 2612 | A Philosophical History of Science | 3 |
| PHIL 2614 | Philosophy of Science | 3 |
| PHIL 2790 | Moral Philosophy | 6 |
| PHIL 3220 | Feminist Philosophy | 3 |
| POL 1900 | Love, Heroes and Patriotism in Contemporary Poland | 3 |
| POL 2600 | Polish Culture until 1918 | 3 |
| POL 2610 | Polish Culture 1918 to the Present | 3 |
| POL 2660 | Special Topics in Polish Literature and Culture | 3 |
| POLS 1502 | Introduction to Political Studies | 3 |
| PSYC 2500 | Elements of Ethology | 3 |
| PSYC 3380 | Nature, Nurture and Behaviour | 3 |
| PSYC 4520 | Honours Research Seminar | 6 |
| RLGN 1440 | Evil in World Religions | 3 |
| RLGN 2032 | Introduction to the Study of Religion | 3 |
| RLGN 2036 | Introduction to Christianity | 3 |
| RLGN 2052 | Conservative Christianity in the United States | 3 |
| RLGN 2112 | Medicine, Magic, and Miracle in the Ancient World | 3 |
| RLGN 2116 | Cognitive Science and Religion | 3 |
| RLGN 2140 | Introduction to Judaism | 3 |
| RLGN 2160 | Hebrew Bible (Tanakh/"Old Testament") | 3 |
| RLGN 2162 | Great Jewish Books | 3 |
| RLGN 2170 | Introduction to the New Testament | 3 |
| RLGN 2222 | The Supernatural in Popular Culture | 3 |
| RLGN 2590 | Religion and Social Issues | 3 |
| RLGN 2770 | Contemporary Judaism | 3 |
| RLGN 3102 | Myth and Mythmaking: Narrative, Ideology, Scholarship | 3 |
| RLGN 3280 | Hasidism | 3 |
| RUSN 1400 | Masterpieces of Russian Literature in Translation | 3 |
| RUSN 1410 | Love in Russian Culture in English Translation | 3 |
| RUSN 2280 | Russian Culture until 1900 | 3 |
| RUSN 2290 | Russian Culture from 1900 to the Present | 3 |
| RUSN 2310 | Exploring Russia through Film | 3 |
| RUSN 2410 | Russian Literature after Stalin | 3 |
| RUSN 2600 | Special Topics in Russian Culture in English Translation | 3 |
| RUSN 2740 | Literature and Revolution | 3 |
| RUSN 3770 | Tolstoy | 3 |
| SLAV 3530 | Special Topics in Comparative German and Slavic Studies | 3 |
| SOC 3100 | Practicum in Criminological/Sociological Research | 6 |
| SOC 3350 | Feminism and Sociological Theory | 3 |
| UKRN 2200 | Ukrainian Myth, Rites and Rituals | 3 |
| UKRN 2410 | Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Experience | 3 |
| UKRN 2590 | Ukrainian Literature and Film | 3 |
| UKRN 2600 | Special Topics in Ukrainian Studies | 3 |
| UKRN 2770 | Ukrainian Culture until 1900 | 3 |
| UKRN 2780 | Ukrainian Culture from 1900 to the Present | 3 |
| UKRN 2820 | Holodomor and Holocaust in Ukrainian Literature and Culture | 3 |
| UKRN 3970 | Women and Ukrainian Literature | 3 |
| WOMN 1500 | Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies in the Humanities | 3 |
| WOMN 1600 | Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies in the Social Sciences | 3 |
| WOMN 2560 | Women, Science and Technology | 3 |
| WOMN 3520 | Transnational Feminisms | 3 |
Mathematics Courses
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AGRI 2400 | Experimental Methods in Agricultural and Food Sciences | 3 |
| ECON 2040 | Quantitative Methods in Economics | 3 |
| FA 1020 | Mathematics in Art | 3 |
| GEOG 3810 | Quantitative Research Methods in Geography (TS) | 3 |
| MATH 1XXX | All Mathematics courses at 1000 level | |
| MATH 2XXX | All Mathematics at 2000 level | |
| MATH 3XXX | All Mathematics at 3000 level | |
| MATH 4XXX | All Mathematics at 4000 level | |
| MUSC 3230 | Acoustics of Music | 3 |
| PHIL 1300 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| PHIL 2200 | Intermediate Logic | 3 |
| PHYS 1020 | General Physics 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 1030 | General Physics 2 | 3 |
| PSYC 2260 | Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 2294 | Understanding Social Statistics | 3 |
| STAT 1XXX | All Statistics courses at 1000 level | |
| STAT 2XXX | All Statistics courses at 2000 level | |
| STAT 3XXX | All Statistics courses at 3000 level | |
| STAT 4XXX | All Statistics courses at 4000 level |
Course Identification
Credit Hours (Cr.Hrs.)
Each faculty and school develops courses for its degree credit programs, subject to Senate approval, and assigns a credit hour value to each course.
The credit hours for a course are expressed as a number associated with the course which indicates its relative weight. There is a correlation between class hours and credit hours (i.e. 6 credit hours = 3 hours a week, two terms; and 3 credit hours = 3 hours a week, one term).
For the purposes of registration, courses taught over both the Fall and Winter Terms have been divided into two parts. The credit hour value of the course are divided equally and applied to each part of the course. For example: for a six credit hour spanned course each of the Fall and Winter Term parts of the course will be assigned the value of three credit hours. Students registering for term spanning courses will receive one grade for the course and only when the second part is completed. The course grade will be applied to both the Fall and Winter parts of the course.
Prerequisite and Co-requisite Courses
Prerequisite: If a course is prerequisite for a second course, the prerequisite must be met in order to begin the second course. To determine whether or not a course has a prerequisite, see the course descriptions in the chapter of the faculty or school offering the course. Normally, a minimum grade of “C” is required in all courses listed as prerequisites, except as otherwise noted in the course descriptions.
For some courses, the prerequisite may be completed before registering for the second course or may be taken concurrently with the second course. To determine if a course may be taken concurrently, see the course descriptions in the chapter of the faculty or school offering the course.
Co-requisite: If a first course is a co-requisite for a second course, the first course must be completed in the same term as the second course. To determine if a course has a co-requisite, see the course descriptions in the chapter of the faculty or school offering the course.
Course Numbers
First Two to Four Characters
The two, three or four characters in every course number are a shortened version of the subject of the course.
Last Four Digits
At the University of Manitoba the last four digits of the course number reflect the level of contact with the subject.
For example:
ECON 1210
ECON is the code for Economics.
1210 indicates that it is an introductory or entry level course.
If the course requires a laboratory, this will be shown following the credit hours immediately following the title.
For example:
BIOL 3242 (lab required)
The 2000, 3000, 4000 course numbers indicate the second, third, and fourth levels of university contact with a subject.
Numbers in the 5000 range are normally associated with pre-Master’s work or courses in the Post Baccalaureate Diploma and the Post-Graduate Medical Education programs.
Courses numbered 6000-8000 are graduate courses of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Course numbers in the 9000 series are used to identify courses taken at the University of Winnipeg by students in the University of Manitoba/University of Winnipeg Joint Master’s Programs. The 9000 numbers do not indicate the level of the course taken (see Graduate Calendar or University of Winnipeg Calendar).
In most cases, some correlation exists between the course number and a student's year of study; that is, students in the third year of a program will generally carry course loads comprised primarily of 3000-level courses.
Other course numbering information
Courses with numbers that end in 0 or an even number are taught in English, most of which are offered on the Fort Garry or Bannatyne campuses or through Distance and Online Education.
Courses with numbers that end in odd numbers are taught in French at Université de Saint-Boniface.
Grades and Grade Point Average Calculation
Introduction
Final grades in most courses are expressed as letters, ranging from F, to A+ the highest. A grade of D is the lowest passing grade, however the minimum grade required to use a course as credit toward a degree or diploma program may be set higher by a faculty or school. Refer to faculty and school regulations. Each letter grade has an assigned numerical value which is used to calculate grade point averages. Grading scales used to determine the final letter grade may vary between courses and programs.
Some courses are graded on a pass/fail basis and because no numerical value is assigned to these courses, they do not affect grade point averages. Courses graded in this way are clearly identified in course descriptions and program outlines.
The Letter Grade System
| Letter Grade | Grade Point Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 4.5 | Exceptional |
| A | 4.0 | Excellent |
| B+ | 3.5 | Very Good |
| B | 3.0 | Good |
| C+ | 2.5 | Satisfactory |
| C | 2.0 | Adequate |
| D | 1.0 | Marginal |
| F | 0 | Failure |
| P | Pass | |
| S | Standing |
The grade of “D” is regarded as marginal in most courses by all faculties and schools. It contributes to decreasing a term, degree or cumulative Grade Point Average to less than 2.0. Courses graded “D” may be repeated for the purpose of improving a GPA. Note that some faculties and schools consider a grade of “D” as unacceptable and will not apply the course toward the program as credit. In most cases the course will need to be repeated to attain the acceptable grade. Refer to faculty and school regulations.
Calculation of Grade Point Average
The University of Manitoba will report cumulative and term grade point averages for all students through Aurora Student.
Please also refer to the Grade Point Averages Policy found in the University Policies and Procedures..
Quality Points
The quality points for a course are the product of the credit hours for the course and the grade point obtained by the student; e.g., 3 credit hours with a grade of “B” (3.0 points) = 3 credit hours x 3.0 = 9.0 quality points.
Quality Point Total
The quality point total is the sum of quality points accumulated as students proceed through their program of studies.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
The grade point average (GPA) is the quality point total divided by the total number of credit hours.
Example:
| Course | Credit Hours | Grade | Grade Points | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | 3 | B | 3 | 9 |
| Course 2 | 3 | B+ | 3.5 | 10.5 |
| Course 3 | 3 | C+ | 2.5 | 7.5 |
| Course 4 | 3 | B | 3 | 9 |
| Course 5 | 3 | A | 4 | 12 |
| Totals | 15 | 48 |
Grade point average: 240 Quality Points / 15 Credit Hours = 3.20
Poor Grades and Program Progression
A course in which a “D” standing is obtained may need to be repeated by probationary students in certain faculties or where a minimum grade of “C” is required in a prerequisite subject or to meet degree requirements.
Students in doubt as to the status of their record should consult an advisor in their faculty or school.
For minimum grade levels, especially as they affect progression requirements, see the faculty or school regulations in the Academic Calendar or consult an advisor.
Academic Honours
Students qualify for the Honour List (Dean’s, Director’s, University 1) when they achieve qualifying grade point averages, as specified by the faculty/school or program regulations.
In addition, outstanding academic achievement will qualify students for other honours and awards. These include:
- the University Gold Medal, which is awarded at graduation in each faculty or school to the student with the most outstanding academic record;
- program medals, which are awarded by faculties and schools to the best student graduating from a specific program;
- graduation “with distinction”, which is recorded on the transcripts of all students who attain a qualifying grade point average;
- and other medals and prizes that are specific to programs or disciplines.
Academic Evaluation
Methods of Evaluation
Students shall be informed of the method of evaluation to be used in each course, as specified in the Responsibilities of Academic Staff with Regard to Students Policy, found in the University Policies and Procedures.
In departments where a course is offered in more than one section, the department offering the course endeavours to provide instruction so that all sections cover similar topics and that all students achieve a similar level of competency in the topic. However, there will be differences in evaluation as well as in teaching style, readings and assignments from one section to another. Students may contact the department for additional information before registration.
Credit for Term Work
In subjects involving written examinations, laboratories, and term assignments, a student may be required to pass each component separately. If no final examination is scheduled in a course, the student’s final grade will be determined on the basis of the method of evaluation as announced in the first week of lectures.
If credit is not given for term work, the student’s final grade will be determined entirely by the results of the final written examination. Where the final grade is determined from the results of both term work and final examinations, the method of computing the final grade will be as announced within the first week of classes. Should a student write a deferred examination, term grades earned will normally be taken into account as set out in the immediately preceding paragraph.
Repeating a Course
A course in which a “D” standing is obtained may need to be repeated by probationary students in certain faculties or where a minimum grade of “C” is required in a prerequisite subject or to meet degree requirements.
Elective courses graded “F” may either be repeated or another elective substituted. All electives in a program must be approved by the faculty or school.
Probation and Academic Suspension
Failure to meet minimum levels of performance as specified in the regulations of the faculty or school will result in a student being placed either on probation or academic suspension in accordance with the faculty or school regulations.
A student’s status is determined, following final examinations, at the end of each term (Fall, Winter or Summer terms) or at the end of an academic session as specified in faculty regulations. A student placed on probation is advised to discuss his/her program prior to the next registration with a representative of the dean or director to determine which courses, if any, should be repeated.
A student placed on academic suspension will normally be permitted to apply for re-entry to the faculty or school after one year has elapsed, but reinstatement is not automatic and individual faculty or school regulations must always be consulted.
While on suspension, students are not normally admissible to another faculty or school.
Other Forms of Earning Degree Credit
Letter of Permission for Transfer of Credit
Students in degree programs at this university may take courses at other recognized colleges or universities for transfer of credit provided such courses are approved at least one month prior to the commencement of classes at the other institution by the faculty or school in which they are currently registered. The approval is subject to individual faculty/school regulations and is granted in the form of a Letter of Permission. The student must obtain a Letter of Permission whether or not the course/s being taken are for transfer of credit to the University of Manitoba. Failure to obtain a Letter of Permission may have serious academic implications.
To obtain a Letter of Permission, application must be made to the Registrar’s Office as early as possible and at least one month prior to when required at the other institution.
Each application must be accompanied by the appropriate fee. The fees are for each application and a separate application is required for each session and institution regardless of the number of courses being considered. Students planning to seek permission to take courses elsewhere for transfer of credit to the University of Manitoba are cautioned to check the current Academic Calendar for the residence and degree requirements of the degree programs in which they are enrolled.
Transferred courses will be given assigned credit hour values and grades. The transferred grade will be included in the student's degree and cumulative GPA.
Challenge for Credit
The purpose of Challenge for Credit is to provide students of the university with some means of obtaining academic credit in University of Manitoba courses (not otherwise obtainable as a transfer of credit from other institutions) for practical training and experience, or reading and study previously completed. Students who have registered to challenge would normally not attend classes or laboratories. Courses which have previously been taken at the University of Manitoba may not be challenged for credit.
To be eligible to challenge for credit a student must first be admitted to a faculty or school of the University of Manitoba. Eligible students will be required to demonstrate their competence in the courses which they are challenging for credit. Where formal, written examinations are required, these will be generally scheduled during the regular examination sessions in April/May, June, August, or December.
For information regarding requirements, procedures, applications and fees a student should contact the office of the faculty or school in which the student is enrolled, or in the case of new students, the faculty or school to which the new student has been admitted.
Application of Course Credit when transferring between Programs within the University of Manitoba
When students transfer into program from another faculty or school within the University of Manitoba, some course credits previously earned may be applied to the new program. The credit hour value assigned by the faculty or school that offers the course is used. That is, there can only be one credit weight designated for a course with a particular course number.
Appeal of Academic Decisions, Admission Decisions and Academic Accommodation Decisions
The Senate Committee on Appeals will consider appeals of Academic Decisions, Admission Decisions and Academic Accommodation Decisions, in accordance with the Senate Committee on Appeals policy and procedure.
Academic Decisions: Decisions of Faculty/School Councils or their Appeal Bodies, of Professional Unsuitability Committees, of Faculty/School Award Selection Committees and of the Comité d’appels de l’Université de Saint Boniface upon application by Appellants.
Admission Decisions: Decisions of Faculty/School/College admission selection committees, and these only when the Appellant has sought reconsideration by the admission selection committee as set out below:
i) Administrative decisions which affect the admission process
ii) Decisions of Faculties/Schools/Colleges or Admissions Office personnel regarding eligibility requirements
iii) Decisions of Faculties/Schools/Colleges regarding granting transfer of credit at the point of admission and possible granting of advanced standing
Academic Accommodation Decisions: Decisions of the Director of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) regarding a request for reconsideration of a proposed accommodation.
The Senate Committee on Appeals policy and procedure as well as an Appeal Form may be obtained from the Governing Documents website.
Academic Integrity
The University of Manitoba takes academic integrity seriously. As a member of the International Centre for Academic Integrity, the University defines academic integrity as a commitment to six fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage. (International Centre for Academic Integrity, 2014)
To help students understand the expectations of the University of Manitoba, definitions for the types of prohibited behaviours are in the Student Academic Misconduct Procedure and provided below.
"Academic Misconduct" means any conduct that has, or might reasonably be seen to have, an adverse effect on the academic integrity of the University, including but not limited to:
(a) Plagiarism – the presentation or use of information, ideas, images, sentences, findings, etc. as one’s own without appropriate attribution in a written assignment, test or final examination.
(b) Cheating on Quizzes, Tests, or Final Examinations – the circumventing of fair testing procedures or contravention of exam regulations. Such acts may be premeditated/planned or may be unintentional or opportunistic.
(c) Inappropriate Collaboration – when a student and any other person work together on assignments, projects, tests, labs or other work unless authorized by the course instructor.
(d) Duplicate Submission – cheating where a student submits a paper/assignment/test in full or in part, for more than one course without the permission of the course instructor.
(e) Personation – writing an assignment, lab, test, or examination for another student, or the unauthorized use of another person’s signature or identification in order to impersonate someone else. Personation includes both the personator and the person initiating the personation.
(f) Academic Fraud – falsification of data or official documents as well as the falsification of medical or compassionate circumstances/documentation to gain accommodations to complete assignments, tests or examinations.
Note that the above applies to written, visual, and spatial assignments as well as oral presentations.
Over the course of your university studies, you may find yourself in situations that can make the application of these definitions unclear. The University of Manitoba wants to help you be successful, and this includes providing you with the knowledge and tools to support your decisions to act with integrity. There are a number of people and places on campus that will help you understand the rules and how they apply to your academic work. If you have questions or are uncertain about what is expected of you in your courses, you have several options:
- Ask your professor, instructor, or teaching assistant for assistance or clarification.
- Get support from the Academic Learning Centre or Libraries:
- Visit the Academic Integrity site for information and tools to help you understand academic integrity.
- Make an appointment with the Student Advocacy office. This office assists students to understand their rights and responsibilities and provides support to students who have received an allegation of academic misconduct.
Appeals of Grades
Appeal of Term Work
Students may formally appeal a grade received for term work provided that the matter has been discussed with the instructor in the first instance in an attempt to resolve the issue without the need of formal appeal. Term work grades normally may be appealed up to ten (10) working days after the grades for the term work have been made available to the student.
The fee which is charged for each appealed term work grade will be refunded for any grade which is changed as a result of the appeal.
Appeal of Final Grades
Final grades are not released to students who are on “Hold Status”; the deadline for appeal of assigned grades will not be extended for students who were unable to access their final grades due to a hold.
These regulations expand on the Final Grades Procedures found in the University Policies and Procedures.
Attendance and Withdrawal
Attendance at Class and Debarment
Regular attendance is expected of all students in all courses.
An instructor may initiate procedures to debar a student from attending classes and from final examinations and/or from receiving credit where unexcused absences exceed those permitted by the faculty or school regulations.
A student may be debarred from class, laboratories, and examinations by action of the dean/director for persistent non-attendance, failure to produce assignments to the satisfaction of the instructor, and/or unsafe clinical practice or practicum. Students so debarred will have failed that course.
Withdrawal from Courses and Programs
Voluntary Withdrawal
The registration revision period extends two weeks from the first day of classes in both Fall and Winter terms. Courses dropped during this period shall not be regarded as withdrawals and shall not be recorded on official transcripts or student histories. The revision period is prorated for Summer terms and for parts of term.
After the registration revision period ends, voluntary withdrawals (VWs) will be recorded on official transcripts and student histories.
The following dates are deadlines for voluntary withdrawals:
- The Voluntary Withdrawal deadline shall be the 48th teaching day in both Fall and Winter term for those half-courses taught over the whole of each term;
- The Voluntary Withdrawal deadline for full-courses taught over both Fall and Winter term shall be the 48th teaching day of the Winter term; and
- The Voluntary Withdrawal deadline for full-and-half courses taught during Summer terms or during some other special schedule shall be calculated in a similar manner using a pro-rated number of teaching days.
The exact Voluntary Withdrawal dates that apply to courses offered in the current academic session are published in the Academic Schedule.
Authorized Withdrawal
Subject to the provision of satisfactory documentation to the faculty of registration, Authorized Withdrawals (AWs) may be permitted on medical or compassionate grounds.
Required Withdrawal from Professional Programs
Senate, at the request of some faculties and schools, has approved bylaws granting them the authority to require a student to withdraw on the basis of unsuitability for the practice of the profession to which the program of study leads.
This right may be exercised at any time throughout the academic year or following the results of examinations at the end of every year.
This right to require a student to withdraw prevails notwithstanding any other provisions in the academic regulations of the particular faculty or school regarding eligibility to proceed or repeat.
Where Senate has approved such a bylaw, that fact is indicated in the Academic Calendar chapter for that faculty or school. A copy of the professional unsuitability bylaw may be obtained from the general office of the faculty or school.
Deferred and Supplemental Examinations
These regulations expand on the Deferred and Supplemental Examinations Procedures found in the University Policies and Procedures.
Accepting Standing in Course without Examination
In the event that a student is unable to write a deferred examination as it has been scheduled, a grade may be assigned without examination (please refer to the Deferred and Supplemental Examinations Procedures). A student who accepts standing in a course without examination may not, at a later date, request permission to write a deferred examination in the course.
Supplemental Examinations
Supplemental Examinations are offered by some faculties to students who have not achieved the minimum result in required courses.
Students who are granted supplemental privileges are normally required to sit the examination within thirty (30) working days from the end of the examination series in which the supplemental grade was received, unless the progression rules of a faculty or school require the successful completion of an entire academic year before a student is eligible to proceed into the next. In this case, students are obliged to sit the examination at the next ensuing examination period.
Final Examinations
These regulations expand on the Final Examinations and Final Grades Policy and Procedures found in the University Policies and Procedures.
General Examination Regulations
Students (with the exception of students auditing courses) are required to write all final examinations. Those who absent themselves without an acceptable reason will receive a grade classification of “NP” (No Paper) accompanied by a letter grade based on term work completed, using a zero value for incomplete term work and for the final examination. If no credit for term work is involved, a grade of “F” will be assigned. Under certain conditions a student may apply for a deferred examination; see Deferred and Supplemental Examinations.
Examination Schedules
For most faculties, schools and colleges, final examinations are normally conducted in December for Fall Term courses; in April/May for Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term spanned courses; and in August for Distance and Online Education Summer Term courses. Exact dates for the exam period can be found in the Academic Schedule.
The Schedule of Final Exams for Fall and Winter is made available by the Registrar’s Office approximately one month after the beginning of the term. This schedule is made available on the Registrar’s Office Website and includes finalized dates and times for each exam. Exam locations are added to the schedule at a later date. Summer Term courses, final exam details will be made available 1 – 2 weeks before the posted exam period.
Students must remain available until all examination and test obligations have been fulfilled. Travel plans are not an acceptable reason for missing an exam.
Examination Personations
A student who arranges for another individual to undertake or write any nature of examination for and on his/her behalf, as well as the individual who undertakes or writes the examination, will be subject to discipline under the university’s Student Discipline Bylaw, which could lead to suspension or expulsion from the university. In addition, the Canadian Criminal Code treats the personation of a candidate at a competitive or qualifying examination held at a university as an offence punishable by summary conviction.
Hold Status
More details about being on Hold can be found online on the Registrar's Office website.
Students will be placed on "Hold Status" if they incur any type of outstanding obligation (either financial or otherwise) to the university or its associated faculties, schools, colleges or administrative units.
Some typical reasons for holds are:
- Program/course selection must be approved
- U1 student must transit into the Faculty of Arts or Science
- Required Major, Minor and/or Concentration declaration
- Transcripts or documents required from other institutions
- Unpaid tuition and/or other university fees
- Outstanding library books and/or fines
- Parking fines
- Pending disciplinary action
Depending on the reason for the hold, limited or no administrative or academic services will be provided to students on Hold Status until the specific obligations have been met.
Students must clear their holds prior to registration by contacting the appropriate office. Students with outstanding financial obligations to the university will not be permitted to register again until the hold has been cleared or permission to register has been obtained from the Office of the Vice-President (Administration).
Advisor and Program Holds
Students enroled in some programs are required to discuss their course selections and program status with an advisor prior to registration. Advisor and Program Holds normally only restrict registration activity; other administrative services remain available.
Students can verify whether their program requires consultation with an advisor by checking their faculty/school section of the Academic Calendar, or by viewing their Registration Time and Status in Aurora.
Graduation and Convocation
Graduation
Students may graduate from the University of Manitoba in May/June, October, and February of each year. (Convocation ceremonies are held in May/June and October only).
Students are eligible to graduate when they have completed all of the requirements for their degree program in accordance with the regulations described in the chapter General Academic Regulations and the regulations available from the general offices of their faculties and schools.
It is the responsibility of each student to be familiar with the graduation requirements of the program in which they are enrolled. Consultation with academic advisors is advised to ensure that graduation requirements are met.
Please refer to the Registrar’s Office website for Frequently asked Questions about Graduation and Convocation.
Application for Graduation
Every candidate for a degree, diploma or certificate must make formal application at the beginning of the session in which he/she expects to complete graduation requirements.
Application is to be made through Aurora Student. (Log into Aurora Student; click Enrolment and Academic Records, then Declarations, then Declare Graduation Date.)
Changing a Graduation Date
If you need to change your graduation date after you have made your declaration, you must contact the general office of your faculty, college, or school as soon as possible.
Receipt of Information about Graduation
After you have declared your graduation, you will be sent a series of e-mails to your University e-mail account, requesting you to verify your full legal name, asking you about your attendance at convocation, providing convocation information, and so on. It is imperative that you activate your University of Manitoba email account and check it regularly.
Convocation
Convocation ceremonies are held in May/June and October of each year.
February graduates are invited to attend the May/June ceremonies.
Graduating students are encouraged to attend with their families and friends because it is the one ceremonial occasion that marks the successful conclusion of their program of studies.
Graduates who wish to attend Convocation, verify their attendance at the Convocation ceremony by reserving their academic attire through the University approved supplier.
Students who, for any reason, do not attend Convocation will receive their degrees in absentia.
The Registrar’s Office will hold unclaimed parchments for a maximum of twelve months after graduation when any unclaimed parchments will be destroyed. These will include those not given at Convocation, those that were to be picked up in person but not claimed, those that were mailed but returned to the Registrar’s Office by the postal outlet or courier depot, those that were not issued due to a financial hold on a student’s records, and those that were reprinted immediately after convocation due to corrections.
It is critical that you update your address, phone number and email through Aurora whenever changes occur. Note that any changes made with the Alumni Association are not reflected in your University of Manitoba student records.
If you do not receive your parchment, it is your responsibility to follow up with the Registrar’s Office within a twelve-month period. Any requests for parchments after this time will be processed as replacements; there is a fee charged for replacement parchments.
Academic Dress
Students are responsible for making arrangements to reserve their academic attire through the University approved supplier. Rental fees apply. Details will be provided via e-mail once Convocation planning begins.
Convocation Information
Information on Convocation may be found on the Graduation/Convocation website.
Personal Information
Mailing Address
In order to receive University mail, it is essential that you to provide the Registrar’s Office with your current address. All mail will be directed to the address you provide. You may change your mailing address and phone number by accessing Aurora Student and then selecting Personal Information.
Change of Name
If you have changed your name since you were first admitted or if the name on your record is incomplete or inaccurate, official evidence of the name change or correction must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office along with a completed Request for Change of Name form. The University of Manitoba uses your full legal name on its records, transcripts, and graduation documents (a full legal name, for example, includes all names on your birth certificate - first, middle, and last - or on your study permit). Abbreviated names, Anglicized names, or initials should not be used unless they have been proven with appropriate documentation.