Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology
Dean: Dr. Peter Nickerson
Department Head: Ian Dixon
Program Director: Brent Fedirchuk
Administrative Support: Pei San Lew
General Office: 432 Basic Medical Sciences Building, RFHS, MRCoM
Telephone: 204 789 3209
Introduction
The Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology is a one year, stand-alone program based in the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology in the Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. To be eligible for this program, students must have completed a three or four year Bachelor’s degree with an appropriate combination of required courses.
This program has a course-based curriculum with a total of 27-credit hours of 5000 level courses. These courses provide students with basic frameworks of Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology for the respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine and nervous systems. In addition, a course dedicated to Laboratory Physiology and Pathophysiology provides experience in biomedical or health sciences research laboratory.
| Year 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHGY 5002 | Respiratory Physiology and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| PHGY 5004 | Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| PHGY 5006 | Endocrine Physiology and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| PHGY 5008 | Neurophysiology and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| PHGY 5010 | Cell Physiology and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| PHGY 5012 | Laboratory Physiology and Pathophysiology 1 | 12 |
| Hours | 27 | |
| Total Hours | 27 | |
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- Staff within the Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology Office will identify potential research projects for PHGY 5012, and provide the student with a written description of the project as well as expected experience(s) or outcomes, the location and instructor contact information. Staff will also be prepared to arrange the first student and instructor(s) meeting.
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology Academic Regulations
Admission Requirements
All applicants to the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program must have attained a minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher based on the last 60 credit hours of university degree level courses. Applicants must have a three or four-year bachelor’s degree completed from a university recognized by the University of Manitoba.
Applicants must have completed either:
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 6 credit hours in Biology, Microbiology, Botany, Ecology, Genetics, and/or Zoology | 6 | |
| and | ||
| 3 credit hours in Chemistry and 3 credit hours in Physics | 6 | |
| or | ||
| 6 credit hours in Animal or Human Physiology | 6 | |
Please note that the requirements listed are minimum requirements only. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit all documentation required for application in English to undergraduate admissions at the University of Manitoba. Final official transcripts from any university or college attended other than the University of Manitoba are required. Copies or photocopies are not acceptable. Submitted transcripts will become property of University of Manitoba and will not be returned.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
All applicants whose primary language is not English and do not qualify for a waiver under the University of Manitoba's English language proficiency regulations will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the options listed at the University of Manitoba Admissions - International web site.
Application Deadline
| Term | Start Date | Canadian/US | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | September | April 1 | April 1 |
Selection Process
However, the number of students admitted will be determined by the Program Director based on the number of available research projects available for the PHGY 5012 Laboratory Physiology and Pathophysiology course. If a student requests an accommodation, it will be granted if the request can be reasonably met in the laboratory setting. In the event that applicants outnumber available positions for entry into the program, decision for entry will be made based on highest GPA on the last 60 credit hours of university degree level courses, by increasing the number of significant figures used in the calculation. Where a tie still exists, the application that was received first will be used to break the tie. All completed applications are time stamped upon submission. In the case of a paper application, these applications will be time stamped after they have been entered into the system by a University of Manitoba Admissions Office staff member.
Notification of Decision
Applicants will be notified by e-mail, asking them to log into their application portal in Aurora to view the decision. Students that are offered admission will be required to confirm their acceptance. If the applicant does not accept the offer by the deadline date indicated in the letter, their offer will lapse and the applicant will need to contact the Admissions Office to discuss the possibility of an extension. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that their e-mail account is active, and will accept messages from the University of Manitoba, and is checked in their absence. Acceptance to the Post-baccalaureate Diploma program is valid only for the term for which it is issued. Deferral of admission is not permitted. If a student decides to not undertake the courses required for the program following their admittance, they would need to reapply and be readmitted for a subsequent intake term.
Academic Regulations
The provisions of the General Academic Regulations, and the University Policies and Procedures, apply to all students. In addition, the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program has regulations and requirements, published below, that apply specifically to its students.
Course Availability
Courses and Transfer Credit
Students are expected to complete all courses required with registration in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
Examinations and Scholastic Standards
Deferred Examinations
A student may request a deferred examination in PHGY 5002, PHGY 5004, PHGY 5006, PHGY 5008 or PHGY 5010 on the grounds listed in the University’s Deferred Examination policy which are:
- participation in an inter-university, provincial, inter-provincial, national or international scholastic or athletic event;
- religious obligations; or
- a medical condition.
Students requesting a deferred examination due to a known condition as listed above must file an application normally twenty (20) working days prior to the day of the scheduled examination with the Department.
Applications for a deferred examination after the examination has been missed will also be considered for medical or compassionate reasons, but must be filed within two working days of the date of the missed examination to the course instructor and Department Office staff. A medical certificate or other appropriate documentation may be required.
For PHGY 5012, the student is normally required to complete two research projects, one in each of the Fall and Winter terms. Completion of at least one research project is required and a literature review project is available as an option in the event a second research project is not available. Thus, a student may defer a "research project" in the Fall term but will be required to complete a research project in the Winter term, and must apply for a deferred examination as described above. If a student has completed a research project in the Fall term, and applies and is approved for a deferred examination in the Winter term, this will take the form of a literature review project. In addition, a student can make a request to the course coordinator for an “incomplete” in PHGY 5012 and if approved could be provided with additional time to complete the course.
All deferred examinations for PHGY 5002, PHGY 5004, PHGY 5006, PHGY 5008, PHGY 5010 and PHGY 5012 are normally scheduled to take place within 30 working days from the end of the final PHGY 5008 Neurophysiology and Pathophysiology examination. The date of the deferred examination for a particular course(s) will be set by the program coordinator no later than May 15 and in consultation with the course instructor(s). The deferred examination for PHGY 5012 will normally be a literature review project.
Continuation in the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma Program
A student must complete all required courses with no grade below a B. Students that fail to maintain this standing will be required to withdraw. However, the Department will allow one supplemental examination in each of PHGY 5002, PHGY 5004, PHGY 5006, PHGY 5008 and PHGY 5010 to improve a failing grade. Passing the supplemental examination will result in replacement of the previous course attempt by a B grade on the student's record. A supplemental examination option is available for PHGY 5012 in the form of a literature review project but only applies if at least one research project (of two required projects) is successfully completed with a B grade. In the event that the supplemental examination is not successfully passed for PHGY 5002, PHGY 5004, PHGY 5006, PHGY 5008, or PHGY 5010, the course must be repeated again in the next term the course is offered. The grade obtained will replace the grade of the previous course attempt in the Degree Grade Point Average. This option only applies to PHGY 5012 if the requirement for at least one completed research project has been met.
Appeals
Students who feel that they have received an unfair grade in a course should appeal to the instructor. If the matter is not thereby resolved or is related to academic matters other than grade appeals, it should be raised with the program coordinator and subsequently the Department’s Undergraduate Program Committee. By default, the Undergraduate Program Committee is composed of members of the Department Executive Committee (that includes the four Heads of the major Divisions in the Department (or Department Head approved designate) and the Department Head).
Attendance
This will be monitored by the course instructor(s). If absences exceed 10% of class or laboratory time without explanation then a warning may be given, and this will be reported to the program coordinator. If attendance continues to be unsatisfactory, the instructor has the authority to exclude the student from classes, laboratory and/or examinations. Such cases shall be reported to the program coordinator and the Undergraduate Program Committee at the first opportunity and within two working days. Students who are excluded from an examination for inadequate attendance will receive a failing grade.
Maximum Time to Completion
Students are expected to complete all program requirements within one-year of entry. However, all requests for extensions must be made to the program coordinator, and must be made in writing by June 30th. Only one request for an extension will normally be considered and must be accompanied by a realistic timeline for completion, but with a maximum total extension period of one year. Requests for an extension will be reviewed by the program coordinator in consultation with instructors on a case by case basis.
Voluntary Withdrawal
The date for voluntary withdrawal for the Fall and Winter terms can be found in the Academic Schedule, but is normally within the 2nd-3rd week of November and the 2nd-3rd week of March, respectively, for regular courses. For irregular courses, a formula for determining a withdrawal date can be found on the Registrar's Office website It is the sole responsibility of the student to initiate a withdrawal, and no voluntary withdrawals are permitted after the deadlines for voluntary withdrawal without academic penalty.
Part-time Students
The Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program is not available as an option for part-time students.
This course introduces students to the basic medical physiology of the respiratory system, with emphasis on clinically relevant lung pathophysiology, in particular how basic concepts relate to disease and its treatment, as well as how this determines research questions in the field. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
This course introduces students to basic medical physiology of the cardiovascular system, with emphasis on clinically relevant heart pathophysiology, in particular how basic concepts relate to disease and it's treatment, as well as how this determines research questions in the field. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
This course introduces students to basic medical physiology of the endocrine system, with emphasis on clinically relevant endocrine pathophysiology, in particular how basic concepts relate to disease and its treatment, as well as how this determines research questions in the field. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
This course introduces students to basic medical physiology of the nervous system, with emphasis on clinically relevant neurological dysfunctions/disease states such as Parkinson’s disease, cerebellar dysfunction, and spinal cord injury. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
This course introduces students to the basic medical physiology of the cellular system, with emphasis on clinically relevant cellular pathophysiology of various diseases. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
(Lab required) This course introduces students to basic laboratory research practices, providing a practical research experience in the biomedical or health-related sciences, under the supervision of an instructor(s). Research projects will be designed to include research techniques, data analysis and educational training. Registration is restricted to students in the Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology program.
Academic Schedule Fall/Winter Term 2024-2025
Dates Applicable to all U of M Students
University Closure
When the University is closed no classes/examinations will be held
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Canada Day | July 1, 2024 |
| Terry Fox Day (Civic Holiday) | August 5, 2024 |
| Labour Day | September 2, 2024 |
| National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | September 30, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving Day | October 14, 2024 |
| Remembrance Day | November 11, 2024 |
| Winter Holiday | December 21, 2024 to January 1, 2025 |
| Louis Riel Day | February 17, 2025 |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 |
| Victoria Day | May 19, 2025 |
| Canada Day (Holiday Observed) | July 1, 2025 |
| Terry Fox Day (Civic Holiday) | August 4, 2025 |
Dates Applicable to most U of M Students
Some additional or differing date information is included in separate sections for: Agriculture Diploma, Art (School of), Dental Hygiene, Dentistry (includes IDDP), Education (B.Ed. only), Management, Medicine (excludes Family Social Sciences), Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
Orientation
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Education (B.Ed. only), Management, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Welcome Day Fall Term | Sept 3, 2024 |
| Welcome Day Winter Term | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Faculty of Architecture | August 23, 2024 |
| Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management | July 4 & 9, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education, Management, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 4 to December 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term (no classes, examinations or tests will be held March 29, 2024) | January 6 to April 9, 2025 |
| Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 6 to July 3, 2025 |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy and other faculties, colleges and/or schools offering irregularly scheduled courses. Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy students should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule; all others should also refer to the Class Schedule.
Regular Registration Period
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | Ends September 3, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter /Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | Ends January 5, 2025 |
Registration Revision Period
Students may use this period of time to make changes to their selected courses or class schedule. Last day to drop is 1 business day prior to the end of the Registration Revision Period.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 4 to 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 6 to 20, 2025 |
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
Last date to drop and have course excluded from transcripts; VWs will be recorded on transcripts for courses dropped after this date. There will be no refunds for courses dropped after this date. Additional or differing dates exist for Agriculture Diploma; students in this program should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 17, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term classes Part A | September 17, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term classes Part B (VW recorded if dropped after Sept 18, 2023) | January 17, 2025 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 17, 2025 |
Last Date to Register/Registration Revision Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 20, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
Last date to withdraw and not receive a final grade; students cannot withdraw from courses after this date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term classes | November 19, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term spanning classes | January 17, 2025 |
| Winter Term classes | March 19, 2025 |
| Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | May 15, 2025 |
Fee Payment Deadlines
A financial penalty will be assessed on accounts with an outstanding balance after this date.*
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | October 2, 2024 |
| Winter Term | February 5, 2025 |
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Please see the Last Day to Drop without Penalty
Term Breaks
Academic and administrative offices will be open during this period; no classes, tests or assignment due dates occur during this time. Additional or differing dates exist for: Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education (B.Ed. only), Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, and Respiratory Therapy. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break (The U of M will be closed Monday November 11 for Remembrance Day) | November 12 to 15, 2024 |
| Winter Term Break (The U of M will be closed Monday February 17 for Louis Riel Day) | February 18 to 21, 2025 |
Examination and Test Dates
Students are reminded that they must remain available until all examination and test obligations have been fulfilled. Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education, Medicine, and Pharmacy. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule. Students in faculties, colleges, schools or programs offering irregularly scheduled courses should also see the exam timetable available through their program office.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term (includes tests and mid term exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 10 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term (includes final exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | April 11 to 25, 2025 |
Challenge for Credit Application Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| For classes offered Fall Term 2023 and spanning Fall/Winter 2023-2024 | September 18, 2024 |
| For classes offered Winter Term 2024 | January 20, 2025 |
Final Grade Appeal Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| For Final grades received for Fall Term 2023 classes | January 23, 2025 |
| For final grades received for Winter Term 2024 and Fall 2023/Winter 2024 classes | June 9, 2025 |
Graduation and University Convocation
Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates will be awarded at Convocation. Graduation date may differ from Convocation Ceremony date. Additional or differing dates exist for Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Respiratory Therapy; students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
For students graduating Fall 2024
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | July 25, 2024 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | August 27, 2024 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | October 22 to 23, 2024 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Bannatyne Campus) | October 31, 2024 |
For students graduating February 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | September 17, 2024 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | January 2, 2025 |
| Graduation date for students graduating in February | February 5, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | June 4 to 6, 2025 |
For students graduating Spring 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | January 17, 2025 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | March 27, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Bannatyne Campus) | May 15, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | June 4 to 6, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony - Université de Saint-Boniface | June 16, 2025 |
| Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* for students graduating Fall 2025 | August 21, 2025 |
| Annual Traditional Graduation Pow Wow in honour of Indigenous graduates | May 3, 2025 |
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Last date for receipt by Graduate Studies of Theses/Practica and reports on Theses/Practica, comprehensive examinations, and project reports from students, and lists of potential graduands from departments.
Dates Applicable to Agriculture Diploma
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Orientation | September 6, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 9 to December 6, 2024 |
| Experiential Learning | October 15 to 18, 2024 (subject to change) |
| Winter Term | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Experiential Learning | January 23, 27 to 29, 2025 (subject to change) |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Regular Registration Period
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | ends September 8, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | ends January 5, 2025 |
Late Registration/Registration Revision Period
A financial penalty may be assessed on late registrations. Students may use this period of time to make changes to their selected courses or class schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 9 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to 17, 2025 |
Last Day to Drop without Penalty
Last date to drop and have class excluded from transcripts; VWs will be recorded on transcripts for classes dropped after this date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 16, 2025 |
Last Date to Register/Registration Revision Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 17, 2025 |
Voluntary (VW) Withdrawal deadline
Last date to withdraw and not receive a final grade; students cannot withdraw from classes after this date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term classes | November 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | March 17, 2025 |
Examination and Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term (includes tests and midterms exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 9 to 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term (includes final exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | April 7 to 17, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Applied Human Nutrition
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Program Orientation | September 3 to 6, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 16 to December 20, 2024 |
| Fall Fieldwork | Begins September 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 3 to April 9, 2025 |
| Winter Fieldwork | Begins January 6, 2025 |
Term Breaks
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | N/A |
| Winter Term | See the Term Breaks Section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
Examination and Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | N/A |
| Winter Term | N/A |
Dates applicable to Art (School of)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First Year Field Trip | October 16 to 20, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Dental Hygiene
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 19 to November 29, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinics | September 3 to December 6, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Winter Term Clinics | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 12 to November 29, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinics | August 28 to December 8, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Winter Term Clinics | January 6 to April 11, 2025 |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | September 3, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | August 26, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | November 4, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 17, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | November 4, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 24, 2025 |
Term Breaks
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break | See the Term Breaks section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
Examination and Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term (includes tests and midterm exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 2 to 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 6 to 11, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term (includes tests and midterm exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 9 to 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 14 to 18, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | May 15, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Dentistry (including International Dentist Degree Program)
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Years 1 and 2 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 12 to November 29, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinics | September 3 to November 29, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes and Clinics | January 6 to May 2, 2025 |
| Year 3/IDDP 1 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 6 to November 29, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinics | September 3 to December 6, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes and Clinics | January 6 to May 2, 2025 |
| Year 4/IDDP 2 | |
| Fall TermClasses | August 6 to November 29, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinics | September 3 to December 6, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes and Clinics | January 6 to April 25, 2025 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break | See the Term Breaks section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 & 2 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | August 26, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
| Years 3 & 4 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | August 27, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Years 1 and 2 | |
| Fall Term | November 4, 2024 |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | April 7, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | November 5, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 7, 2025 |
| Year 4 | |
| Fall Term | November 5, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 31, 2025 |
Examination and Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Years 1,2 and 3/IDDP 1 | |
| Fall Term (includes tests and midterm exams for Fall/Winter term classes) | December 2 to 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term | May 5 to 16, 2025 |
| Year 4/IDDP 2 (No examinations in winter term) | |
| Fall Term (includes tests and midterm exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 2 to 13, 2024 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | May 15, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Education (B.Ed. only *)
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| All students | August 30, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
Note: Practicum dates may vary by practicum placement.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | |
| Practicum Block | September 3 to 6, 2024 |
| Practicum Mondays | September 9, 16, 23, 28, October 7 2024 |
| Day Classes | September 10 to November 8, 2024 |
| MTS PD Day | October 25, 2024 |
| Program Day | November 4, 2024 |
| Practicum Block | November 18 to December 16, 2024 |
| Practicum Make-up Days (if required and assigned by faculty) | December 17 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term | |
| Program Day | February 3, 2025 |
| Practicum Mondays | January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 10, 24, March 3, 10, 2025 |
| Day Classes | January 7 to March 14, 2025 |
| Practicum Block | March 17 to 28; April 7 to April 24, 2025 |
| Practicum Make-up Days (if required and assigned by faculty) | April 25 to 30, 2025 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break (Note: Dates may vary by practicum placement) | See the Term Break section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
| Winter Term Break | See the Term Break section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
| Winter Practicum Break (Note: Dates may vary by school division and/or practicum placement) | March 31 to April 4, 2025 |
Examination and Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term (as required) | November 16, 2024 |
| Winter Term (as required) | March 15, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Management (Graduate Level)
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| (M.B.A., M.Fin., and M.S.C.M.) Fall Term | End of Aug/Early September 2024 |
| (M.B.A.) Winter Term | Early January 2025 |
Start and End Dates (M.B.A., M.Fin., and M.S.C.M.)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | August 1 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 3 to April 9, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Medicine (excludes Family Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Health Programs)
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Aug 22 to 25, 2023 |
| Year 3 | TBD |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | August 28 to December 22, 2023 |
| Winter Term | January 8 to May 31, 2024 |
| Rural Week | May 27 to 31, 2024 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | August 28 to December 22, 2023 |
| Winter Term | January 8 to May 24, 2024 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | TBD |
| Winter Term | TBD |
| Year 4 | |
| Fall Term | TBD |
| Winter Term | TBD |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | September 12, 2023 |
| Winter Term | January 29, 2024 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | September 18, 2023 |
| Winter Term | January 29, 2024 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | November 28, 2023 |
| Winter Term | April 22, 2024 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | November 27, 2023 |
| Winter Term | April 15, 2024 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 & 2 | |
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break | March 18 to 22, 2024 |
| Year 3 & 4 | |
| Fall & Winter Term Break | TBD |
Examination and Test Dates N/A
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | May 16, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Nursing
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | August 28, 2024 |
| Winter Term | December 12, 2024 |
| Summer Term | April 23, 2025 |
| Midwifery | September 3, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 4 Classes | Dates vary, see class schedule |
| Nursing Practice 1 to 7 | Dates vary, see class schedule |
| Midwifery Classes | Dates vary, see class schedule |
| Midwifery Clinical Practice | Dates vary, see class schedule |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Drop without Penalty | |
| Fall Term | September 4, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6, 2025 |
| Voluntary Withdrawal Deadline (Nursing Practice 1 - 7) | |
| Fall Term | November 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 17, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Occupational Therapy
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | August 26 to 27, 2024 |
| Year 2 | August 26, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 26 to November 15, 2024 |
| Basic Fieldwork | November 18 to December 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to May 2, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 26 to December 13, 2024 |
| Intermediate Fieldwork 2 | January 6 to February 28, 2025 |
| Winter Term Classes | March 10 to June 27, 2025 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break* | March 3 to 7, 2025 |
- *
Note: Some students may need to complete fieldwork during the mid-term break depending on availability of fieldwork sites.
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 24, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | October 28, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 7, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | November 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term | June 2, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | October 31, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Pharmacy
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | August 26, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| PHMD 1000 in person full days | August 27 - 30, 2024 |
| Fall Term Classes | September 3 to December 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to April 9, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 26 to December 2, 2024 |
| IPPE Community Rotation | January 6 to 31, 2025 |
| Winter Term Classes | February 3 to May 9, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term Classes | September 3 to December 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to April 9, 2025 |
| Year 4 | |
| Block 3 APPE Rotations | August 26 to October 18, 2024 |
| Block 3 Research Project | August 26 to December 13, 2024 |
| Block 4 APPE Rotations | October 21 to December 13, 2024 |
| Block 4 Research Project | January 2 to April 17, 2025 |
| Block 5 APPE Rotations | January 2 to February 21, 2025 |
| Block 6 APPE Rotations | February 24 to April 17, 2025 |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 17, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 17, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | September 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term | February 14, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | September 17, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 17, 2025 |
| Year 4 | See Course Schedule |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | November 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 24, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | November 4, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 21, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | November 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term | March 24, 2025 |
| Year 4 | see course schedule |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 & 3 | See the Term Breaks section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall | See the Term Breaks section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
| Winter | March 17 to 21, 2025 |
| Year 4 | N/A |
Examination & Test Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term Exams | December 10 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Exams | April 10 to 23, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term Exams | December 3 to 16, 2024 |
| Winter Term Exams | May 12 to 23, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term Exams | December 10 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Exams | April 10 to 23, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | May 15, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Physical Therapy
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Orientation | N/A |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 6 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Clinical Education | 1x6 week placement block between April 7 to August 1, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term Classes | August 6 to September 27, 2024 |
| Clinical Education | 2x6 week placement blocks between September 30 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Classes | January 6 to March 28, 2025 |
| Clinical Education | 2x6 week placement blocks between April 7 to August 8, 2025 |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | August 27, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | August 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 20, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | November 19, 2024 |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | March 17, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | September 17, 2024 |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | March 10, 2025 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break (Year 2 only) | March 31 to April 4, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | October 31, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Physician Assistant Studies
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Clinical Year | August 19 to 23, 2024 |
| Academic Year | August 26 to September 3, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Academic Year | September 4 to December 6, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6 to April 4, 2025 |
| Fall Term Clinical Rotations | August 26 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term Clinical Year 2 Rotations | January 6 to April 25, 2025 |
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break | N/A |
eXAMINATION AND tEST dATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | December 9 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term | April 7 to 17, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | October 31, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Respiratory Therapy
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | August 29 to 30, 2024 |
| Year 3 | August 23, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
(Includes clinical placement and classes)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | September 3 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6 to May 9, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | September 3 to December 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6 to May 30, 2025 |
| Winter Term Clinical Placement | June 2 to 30, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | August 26 to December 20, 2024 |
| Fall Term Clinical Placement | Starts August 26, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6 to May 30, 2025 |
| Winter Term Clinical Placement | January 3 to May 30, 2025 |
- Note:
Year 3 is mostly Clinical Placement. The month of May involves academic activities such as simulation and exams.
Term Breaks
The academic and administrative offices will be open during this period, but there will be no classes/examinations held for students.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | N/A |
| Winter Term Break | |
| Year 1 & 2 | See the Term Breaks section of Dates Applicable to Most U of M Students |
| Year 3 | N/A |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 17, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 27, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 17, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 27, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 16, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 27, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | |
| Fall Term | November 26, 2024 |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | April 14, 2025 |
| Year 2 | |
| Fall Term | TBD |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | April 28, 2025 |
| Year 3 | |
| Fall Term | TBD |
| Winter Term and Fall/Winter Terms classes | April 28, 2025 |
Convocation Ceremony
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bannatyne Campus | October 31, 2024 |
Dates applicable to Social Work
Orientation
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fort Garry, Inner City Field Instruction Orientation | September 3, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
Field Instruction
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 3 to December 13, 2024 |
| Winter Term | January 6 to April 18, 2025 |
Dates applicable to Master of Social Work in Indigenous Knowledge
ORIENTATION
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Orientation Date | May 15, 2024 |
START AND END DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | August 21, 2023 to December 8, 2023 |
| Winter Term | January 8, 2024 to April 15, 2024 |
| Summer Term | April 22, 2024 to June 24, 2024 |
TERM BREAK
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break | November 27, 2023 to December 1, 2023 |
| Winter Term Break | February 19, 2024 to February 23, 2024 |
Dates for Summer Term
Start and End Dates (Generally Monday to Thursday classes)
Classes on Monday, May 19th will be made up on Friday, May 23th
Classes on Tuesday, July 1st will be made up on Friday July 4th
Classes on Monday, August 4th will be made up on Friday, August 8th
May - August courses will have no classes scheduled Monday, June 16th to Friday, June 27th
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 5 to June 13, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
| July - August | June 30 to August 8, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 5 to August 8, 2025 - 3 hours instruction/week |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 5 to August 8, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Regular Registration Period
Registration start dates are to be determined by the Registrar’s Office.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | Ends May 4, 2025 |
| July - August | Ends June 29, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | Ends May 4, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | Ends May 4, 2025 |
Late Registration/Registration Revision Period
Students may use this period of time to make changes to their selected courses or class schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 5 to May 8, 2025 |
| July - August | June 30 to July 4, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 5 to May 15, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 5 to May 8, 2025 |
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
Last date to drop and have course excluded from transcripts; VWs will be recorded on transcripts for courses dropped after this date. There will be no refunds for courses dropped after this date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 8, 2025 |
| July - August | July 4, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 15, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 8, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline
Last date to withdraw and not receive a final grade; students cannot withdraw from courses after this date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | June 3, 2025 |
| July - August | July 29, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | July 17, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | July 17, 2025 |
Fee Payment Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 21, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 21, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 21, 2025 |
| July - August | July 16, 2025 |
- *
A financial penalty will be assessed on accounts with an outstanding balance after this date. (determined by Financial Services)
Examination and Test Dates
Students are reminded that they must remain available until all examination and test obligations have been fulfilled.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | June 16 to 21, 2025 |
| July - August | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
Challenge for Credit
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Challenge for credit application deadline | |
| For classes offered Summer Term 2025 | April 25, 2025 |
Summer Dates applicable to Applied Human Nutrition
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Summer Term | April 15 to July 18, 2025 |
Summer Dates applicable to Dentistry
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IDDP Intersession | May 5 to June 27, 2025 (TBC) |
Summer Dates applicable to Music
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 2-week courses are offered in July and August (dates TBD) |
Summer Dates applicable to Nursing
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last day to add or drop classes without penalty | May 5, 2025 |
| Voluntary withdrawal deadline for Nursing Practice 1 - 7 | July 14, 2025 |
| Summer Break | June 16 to 21, 2025 |
Summer Dates applicable to Occupational Therapy
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Immediate Fieldwork | May 5 to June 27, 2025 |
| Year 2 Advanced Fieldwork | June 30 to September 19, 2025 (Flexible start and end dates) |
Summer Dates applicable to Pharmacy
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Year 2 IPPE Hospital Rotation (1 block per student) | |
| Block 1 | June 2 to 27, 2025 |
| Block 2 | June 30 to July 25, 2025 |
| Block 3 | July 21 to August 15, 2025 |
| Year 4 | |
| Block 1 APPE Rotations | May 6 to June 28, 2024*, May 5 to June 27, 2025** |
| May 6 to June 28, 2024** | |
| Block 1 Research Project | May 6 to August 23, 2024* |
| Block 2 APPE Rotations | July 2 to August 23, 2024* |
| June 30 to August 22, 2025** | |
| Block 2 Research Project | July 2 to October 18, 2024* |
- *
For Year 4 students graduating in May 2025.
- **
For Year 4 students graduating in May 2026.
Summer Dates applicable to Physician Assistant Studies (Mandatory Term)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Academic Year | April 28 to July 18, 2025 |
| Exams | July 21 to 31, 2025 |
| Clinical Year | April 28 to August 22, 2025 |
Summer Dates applicable to Science
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May offer fieldtrip courses that have different dates |
Summer Dates applicable to Science
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Summer Field Work | May 5 to August 15, 2025 |
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.