General Calendar 2002-2003
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UNIVERSITY OF
REGINA General Calendar 2002-2003 |
UNIV-100 | UNIV-110 | AMTH-001 | AMTH-002 | AMTH-003
FIRST YEAR SERVICES ENTRANCE PROGRAM
GENERAL ENQUIRIES:
Dr. William Riddell Centre, Room 230
Phone: 585-4076
E-mail: fys@uregina.ca
Web site: http://www.uregina.ca/studserv/fys/
COORDINATOR
N. Welta (Acting)
PROGRAM ADVISOR
Karen Wiome (Acting)
First-Year Services (FYS) provides candid information about the university. Specifically, FYS:
· designs and delivers courses and services to enhance academic excellence and increase flexibility in the selection of academic programs.
· produces publications on academic integration, achievement, and continuation.
· directs mature admission and internal transfer policy.
We recognize that learning is mobile and covers the lifespan. FYS provides flexible and open-ended services to support the learning experiences of mature and undecided students.
Students are expected to review the "Responsibilities of Students" found on page 2 of this Calendar.
The following courses activate key factors supporting academic success at the University of Regina. Course outlines are available at the First Year Services, Room 230, Dr. William Riddell Centre. The courses may not be used as credit towards the completion of a degree program.
As University 100 and University 110 are designed to support first-year success, students are encouraged to register in these courses. These courses encourage the development of skills expected of graduates.
Note: Faculties may not accept UNIV-100 and/or UNIV-110 for credit towards a degree program. The courses are used in the total number of attempted hours and in the evaluation of your academic record with the University. Please consult with your academic advisor.
UNIV-100
Introduction to University
1.5:1.5-0
This course enhances knowledge of the University and the process of achievement in higher education through the development of skills, strategies, and attitudes required for success.
Prerequisite: First semester students only. This course may not be repeated.
Grading: Pass/Fail
UNIV-110
Writing for Academic Success
1.5:1.5-0
This course introduces students to the elements of successful written communication in all university disciplines. It takes an interactive and problem-solving approach to a variety of practical writing tasks.
Prerequisite: None. This course may not be repeated.
Grading: Pass/Fail
AMTH-001
Mathematics I
3:3-2
An introduction to algebra, this course is the first of two courses required to meet the algebra requirement of courses at the University of Regina. This course is not a pre-requisite for any university level mathematics course.
Prerequisite: None
AMTH-002
Mathematics II
3:3-2
A continuation of Mathematics I, this course meets the algebra requirement of courses at the University of Regina.
Prerequisite: AMTH-001 or a minimum score of 65% in the Mathematics Placement Test.
AMTH-003
Mathematics III
3:3-2
This course meets the geometry and trigonometry requirement of courses at the University of Regina.
Pre- or Corequisite: Algebra 30, Math B30, or AMTH-002
FYS SERVICES
Academic advisors work to promote insight and understanding of degree programs, academic policy, and academic life at the University of Regina.
Your inquiries may be directed to an academic advisor in the faculty of choice or to:
First-Year Services
Room 230, Dr. William Riddell Centre
University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4S 0A2
Telephone: 306-585-4076
FAX: 306-585-4056
E-mail: fys@uregina.ca
Many students identify new interests and change majors or transfer to a different faculty after their admission. The goal of First-Year Services is to support a successful transition within university.
WRITING SERVICES
Specialists in rhetoric and composition will provide dialogue and feedback on your writing. Call 585-4076 to set an appointment. Work may also be submitted to "write_on@uregina.ca"
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Specialists in student development, post-secondary transition, rhetoric, and composition will provide instruction and seminars regarding academic success in any discipline or profession. To book a workshop or guest lecture, call 585-4076.
PLACEMENT TESTING
A placement test may be written if English A30 and B30 Algebra 30, or Mathematics B30 have not been successfully completed. Placement tests are written after the applicant has been admitted to the University and prior to registration in courses at the student's convenience. There is no fee for the tests.
English Placement Test
Students who have not successfully completed Grade 12 English (A30 and B30) may write the English Placement Test. As a result of the test, the student may be advised to register in English 090 and/or English 091, or English 100.
Mathematics Placement Test
Students who do not have the requisite algebra (in Saskatchewan this is Algebra 30 or Mathematics B30) for university-level courses may write the Mathematics Placement Test. As a result of the test, the student may be advised to register in AMTH-001 or AMTH-002.
COMPUTER ASSISTED LEARNING LAB
FYS supports and develops new learning opportunities in a computer lab environment. The primary purpose of the lab is to support the development of first-year Mathematics and English skills.
FYS PUBLICATIONS
FYS provides a number of brief summaries of FYS policy and procedure. For example, "Writing Service", "University 100", "University 110", "Faculty Transfer", "Computer-Managed Learning", First Year Information, and "Mature Admission" are available upon request.
Presentations, workshops, and conferences on academic development and transition to higher education are routinely scheduled for potential and continuing students as well as interested scholarly and community organizations.
ENTRANCE PROGRAM (MATURE ADMISSION)
The mature admission policy is designed to provide anyone who does not meet the secondary or post-secondary admission requirements of the Faculty of choice and is 21 years of age or older with an opportunity to obtain a University of Regina degree in Administration, Arts, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Kinesiology and Health Studies, Science, and Social Work.
EP students register in first-year University courses of which they have met the prerequisites in on- or off-campus locations as part- or full-time students.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who satisfy the English proficiency requirement of the University may be admitted if applicants are at least 21 years of age prior to the beginning of the semester for which they apply.
· Mature students may not attend the spring and summer sessions as their first semester.
· Students applying for transfer to EP from a University of Regina Faculty or special program must have a minimum UGPA of 60% based on all courses taken at the University of Regina. Qualified students must qualify for transfer to the degree program of choice within the first 24 credit hours attempted in the degree program. The student's academic performance will be evaluated according to Faculty Transfer Requirements and Faculty Action.
· Mature admission students who complete secondary or postsecondary requirements for admission to a Faculty are eligible for admission to that Faculty.
· A student who has been required to discontinue studies at another institution is eligible to apply for admission to the Entrance Program at the University of Regina. The student should write a letter of petition to the EP Appeals Committee, which will decide whether or not the student is admissible and any conditions of continuation. The decision of the Committee is final.
· Students applying for readmission after a period of discontinuance must apply by writing a letter to the c/o Secretary to the Registrar, Chair of the EP Appeals Committee, Room 210, Administration-Humanities Bldg., University of Regina, Regina, SK., S4S 0A2. Readmission may be granted if the student presents a very good case, including any supporting documentation, for being allowed to continue. Students must apply by the deadline for readmission to a particular semester. Deadlines are strictly enforced.
The University of Regina reserves the right to refuse admission even when the stated requirements for entrance have been satisfied.
TRANSFER CREDIT
An evaluation of transfer credit from other post-secondary institutions should be requested from First-year Services prior to registration. The evaluation of transfer credit varies between degree programs. In EP, transfer credit is evaluated to select appropriate courses for a degree program. A further evaluation of the amount of credit towards a degree program will occur when the student transfers to a degree program.
AWARDS
See the Awards for Mature Students section of this calendar on page 2.
DEFERRED EXAMINATIONS AND MEDICAL OR COMPASSIONATE WITHDRAWALS
Students who are unable to complete a course for serious medical or personal reasons should consult First-year Services as quickly as possible. Consult the main Academic Regulations section on page 2 of this Calendar for more information.
HONOUR LIST
In order to be named to the Mature Admission Honour List, students must attain an average of at least 85% in a given semester on a minimum of 12 credit hours of numerically graded courses.
REGISTRATION
Students are responsible for ensuring that program requirements are met at each stage of their progress. Courses are selected according to the prerequisites of the course (See course descriptions in this Calendar) and the requirements of a degree program.
For general registration regulations, refer to the section on Registration in this Calendar. Mature admission students are subject to the following additional restrictions:
1. limited to registering in a maximum of 12 credit hours per semester.
2. required to register in University 100, where available, within the first 12 credit hours towards the degree program.
3. strongly encouraged to register in University 110 during the first year of the degree program.
4. may register in more than 12 credit hours per semester if they:
· have the equivalent of 12 credit hours of transfer credit from another recognized post-secondary institution with a grade point average of 70% or better.
· register in University 100 or University 110.
· achieve a grade point average of 70% or better on the first 12 credit hours at the University of Regina.
· satisfy the qualifications for transfer to the faculty of choice by the start of the semester in which they are registering.
FACULTY ACTION
In addition to the general University academic regulations outlined in this calendar, the following regulations are specific to mature admissions:
· The minimum University Grade Point Average (UGPA) based on completion of a minimum of 24 credit hours is 60.0%. Students who fail to meet this minimum are placed on "Academic Probation".
· If students fail to meet the minimum UGPA of 60% upon completion of an additional fifteen (15) GPA hours since the application of "Academic Probation", they will be required to discontinue (RTD) for two semesters from the University.
· Any full-time student receiving grades of NP and/or F in all courses in a given semester will immediately be required to discontinue from the University for two semesters.
· Students who fail more than 50% of their credit hours in a single semester shall receive a letter of academic advisement. The letter will indicate the implications of continued failure and requirement to seek academic advise before registering in courses. This regulation will not apply to students who register for three credit hours or fewer in the semester.
· "Academic Probation" and RTD rulings are recorded on the student's official transcript.
· Students' academic performance is evaluated following each semester, with the Spring and Summer semesters being treated as a single semester. Probation and RTD letters are mailed in May, September and January. When RTDs are assessed, they are effective immediately. Students who are not eligible for transfer into their Faculty of choice after registering in 36 credit hours (or 24 credit hours for students who were transferred to the mature admission status) are required to discontinue for three semesters.
· Students readmitted after the requirement to discontinue or any faculty action who fail to meet the transfer requirements after registering in 15 credit hours will be required to discontinue indefinitely (two years minimum).
The average calculated for purposes of faculty action, scholarships, honours list, etc. is based on the most recent occurrence of all graded courses (including failures).
Students who are required to discontinue may appeal to the EP Appeals Committee. The requirement to discontinue will be set aside only in exceptional circumstances. Students may appeal by writing a letter which includes supporting documentation to: Chair of the EP Appeals Committee, Room 230, Dr. William Riddell Centre, University of Regina, Regina, SK., S4S 0A2. Deadlines for appeal are strictly enforced.
FYS COMMITTEES
EP APPEALS COMMITTEE
The membership of the University Entrance Program (EP) Appeals Committee is:
Chair: Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs)
Appointed by the Chair:
· Three faculty members to include one representative from the Faculty of Arts, one representative from the Faculty of Science, and one representative from any other Faculty.
· One representative from the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College.
· One representative from Campion College and/or Luther College if an EP student from that College is appealing.
· Two mature admission students to be named by the Students' Union.
Membership with the exception of the Chair is terminated on August 31 (upon completion of the review of the previous academic year).
Terms of Reference
1. The EP Appeals Committee will hear all appeals and application by students in connection with decisions regarding a requirement to discontinue and applications for readmission after discontinuance. The Committee will decide the outcome of the appeals and set the terms and conditions upon which the appeal will be decided. At the discretion of the Committee, it may decide to:
· Accept the appeal and rescind the requirement to discontinue. For example, an appeal may be accepted if extenuating circumstances are beyond the student's control. When an RTD or probationary ruling is rescinded, it is deleted from the student's record.
· Deny the appeal.
· Deny the appeal and allow the student to continue with conditions. The faculty action remains on the student's transcript and specific terms and conditions under which the student may complete the requirements for transfer to a Faculty are set.
2. Decisions of the Appeals Committee may be appealed to the Council Committee on Student Appeals. Refer to the Rules for Operation of Student Appeals Committee page 2 for the grounds for an appeal.
3. Students have a right to a fair hearing in accordance with the rules of natural justice, before the Committee. This includes the right to be notified of hearing, the right to present arguments, and the right to question representatives about the matter in question.
4. The Committee will report at least annually on its activities to the University Committee on Admission and Studies.
STUDENT AFFAIRS CURRICULUM COMMITTEE
The membership is:
Chair, Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs)
Appointed by the Chair:
· Three faculty members to include one representative from the Faculty of Arts, one representative from the Faculty of Science, and one representative from any other Faculty.
· One representative from the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College.
· One representative from the Teaching & Development Centre.
· One mature admission student to be named by the Students' Union.
Terms of Reference
1. Review curriculum taught under the direction of Student Affairs, First Year Services
2. Provide guidance and support for FYS courses, including review of applicants, training of instructors and evaluation of the education outcomes of FYS courses.
3. All courses and curriculum recommendations are forwarded to the Admissions and Studies Committee for consideration and approval.
FACULTY TRANSFER POLICY
The following policies are reproduced from the Faculty pages of the Calendar. Please refer to the complete description in the appropriate section.
Qualification for Faculty transfer is based on completion of University of Regina courses. The policy applies to any student wishing to transfer between faculties at the University of Regina who does not meet the secondary admission requirements.
Some university courses may not be used to complete a different degree program. For example, degree programs in the Faculty of Engineering clearly specify the required courses whereas a degree program in the Faculty of Arts will use a variety of elective courses.
Students who are admitted or readmitted to the University or who are transferring to a Faculty, having completed courses in the proposed specialization or major more than 8 - 10 years ago, may be required by the Faculty to update their knowledge by repeating or taking additional courses. Please contact an advisor to review your academic record.
For the purposes of transfer to a faculty the following courses fulfill subject area requirements:
List A |
List B |
Science |
Fine Arts |
Classical Studies |
Anthropology |
Astronomy (NS*) |
Film |
History and Philosophy of Science |
Economics |
Biology (NS) |
Indian Fine Arts |
Interdisciplinary Studies |
Geography |
Biochemistry (NS) |
Music |
Languages (including 200- or 300-level English courses) |
History |
Chemistry (NS) |
Theatre |
Linguistics |
Indian Health Studies |
Computer Science |
Visual Arts |
Philosophy |
Indian Studies |
Geology (NS) |
Art History |
Religious Studies |
ID Studies |
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Women's Studies |
Political Science |
Mathematics |
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Psychology |
Physics (NS) |
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Sociology |
Statistics |
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Social Studies |
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Women's Studies |
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ADMINISTRATION
Refer to Admission Requirements listed in the Faculty of Administration section of this Calendar on page 2.
ARTS
Students applying for transfer to the Faculty of Arts shall successfully complete a minimum of 15 credit hours covering at least three of the following four areas: List A, List B, Fine Arts, and Science. They shall have a minimum UGPA of 60.0% on all courses taken at the University of Regina.
Applicants who have been admitted without Grade 12 standing in English must either place at English 100 level by writing the English Placement Test or successfully complete English 090 and/or English 091, as required, to qualify for transfer to the Faculty of Arts.
EDUCATION - UNIVERSITY OF REGINA
Students applying for transfer to the following programs from the Entrance Program must meet the following requirements.
· Elementary Program - must have a minimum of 65.0% UGPA in five courses including ENGL 100 that count toward the student's program; MATH 101 is strongly recommended.
· Secondary Program - must have a minimum 65% UGPA in five courses which include ENGL 100 and four other courses that count toward the program. These four courses are to include a course in the major teaching area of study. Note: A GPA of 70.0% is required in the major teaching area of study prior to internship.
· Baccalauréat Elementary Program - must have a minimum 65.0% GPA in FR 202 and four courses that count toward the program; at least two of the four other courses should be taken in French.
· Baccalauréat Secondary Program - must have a minimum 65.0% GPA in five courses that count toward the program including: FR 202 and three other courses (two of these courses should be taken in French) and one additional course in the student's minor.
· NORTEP Elementary Program - NORTEP is a joint Elementary Education Program with the University of Saskatchewan, College of Education. Students must have at least a minimum 60.00% PGPA on five courses that count toward the program to transfer to the Faculty of Education. Those students who are planning to graduate from the University of Regina must maintain a minimum PGPA of 65.00%.
INDIAN EDUCATION - SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN FEDERATED COLLEGE
Information and application forms may be obtained from: Department of Indian Education, Saskatchewan Indian Federated College, University of Regina, Regina, SK, S4S 0A2.
The Department of Indian Education reserves the right to refuse admission even when the stated requirements for entrance have been satisfied.
ENGINEERING
Students applying for transfer to the Faculty of Engineering shall complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a minimum UGPA of 65.00% based on all courses taken at the University of Regina.
Transfer applications are reviewed on an individual basis. Acceptance is based on academic performance.
Students are required to complete Mathematics C30 and Mathematics B30 (or AMTH-001, AMTH-002, and AMTH-003), Chemistry 30 (or CHEM-100), and Physics 30 (or a university-level Physics) before they will be eligible for transfer. The following additional courses are recommended: Economics 100, Computer Science 130, English 100, and Engineering 140.
FINE ARTS
Students applying for admission to the Faculty of Fine Arts shall have successfully completed a minimum of 15 credit hours (i.e. five 3-credit hour courses) from the following areas: two fine arts, English 100 or English 90 and/or English 91, and the remaining course(s) from social sciences, humanities or science with a minimum UGPA of 60%.
Applicants who have been admitted without Grade 12 standing in English may place at English 100 level by writing the English Placement Test.
KINESIOLOGY AND HEALTH STUDIES
Students applying for transfer to the Faculty of of Kinesiology and Health Studies shall complete a minimum of 15 credit hours covering the courses listed below with a minimum UGPA of 60.00% based on all courses taken at the University of Regina: English 100; One introductory course in List B; 1 introductory course in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Science or Mathematics 103, 104/105, 110; 1 introductory course in Fine Arts or List A, 1 introductory course in Kinesiology and Health Studies.
Students who do not have Math B30 must substitute Adult Math 002 (AMTH 002) in place of the introductory course in Fine Arts or List B.
SCIENCE
Students applying for transfer to the Faculty of Science shall complete a minimum of 15 credit hours covering English 100 (3 credit hours), Mathematics B30, Mathematics C30, one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, or Geology, and an elective of the student's choice with a minimum average of 60% based on all courses taken at the University of Regina.
Applicants who have been admitted with only one or none of the required Mathematics B30 and Mathematics C30 must successfully complete these courses or AMTH-001, AMTH-002, and AMTH-003 to be eligible for transfer to the Faculty. If the student has Mathematics B30 and Mathematics C30, the student is still required to complete a minimum of 15 credit hours at the University of Regina.
Students who have failed more than 15 credit hours are not eligible for transfer to the Faculty of Science.
SOCIAL WORK - UNIVERSITY OF REGINA
Students applying for transfer to Social Work must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a minimum average of 65% based on all courses.
The Faculty of Social Work will accept a maximum of 9 credit hours of transfer credits from other post-secondary institutions as fulfillment of this requirement.
Upon successful completion of these requirements, students will be transferred to Social Work Qualifying. While in this qualifying category, students will be limited to four social work courses and must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of university courses before they can apply to the BSW program.
Please note that the prerequisite for all social work courses, except SW 100 and SW 300 is 30 credit hours of university credit, including transfer credit.
It is recommended that students take SW 100 or SW 300 as an initial social work course whenever possible.
For BSW admission criteria, see the Faculty of Social Work section of this calendar.
INDIAN SOCIAL WORK - SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN FEDERATED COLLEGE (SASKATOON)
Students applying for transfer to the Faculty of Indian Social Work shall complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a minimum average of 65% based on all courses.
NORTHERN HUMAN SERVICE WORKER (WHITEHORSE, YUKON)
Students applying for transfer to the Northern Human Service Worker (BSW) program shall complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a minimum average of 65% based on all courses.
The Northern Human Service Worker (BSW) Program will accept a maximum of 9 credit hour of transfer credits from other post-secondary institutions towards the fulfillment of the requirements.
NORTHERN PROFESSIONAL ACCESS COLLEGE (NORPAC)
Students applying for transfer must meet the Faculty transfer requirements of the Faculty of choice.
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