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Table of Contents

Academic Calendar 2015-2016 (March 2015)
I. General Information and Admissions
1. Welcome to Mount Allison University
2. Glossary of Academic Terms and Calendar of Events
Definitions
Calendar of Events 2015-2016
Provisional Calendar of Events 2016-2017 (subject to change)
3. Admission
3.1. Contact Information
3.2. Admission to the University
3.2.1. Admission Criteria
3.2.2. Students with Disabilities
3.2.3. Early Admission
3.2.4. Refusal of Admission
3.2.5. Special Circumstances
3.3. Minimum General Admission Requirements
3.3.1. Provincial Requirements
3.3.2. Minimum Grade/Average
3.4. Additional Admission Requirements
3.4.1. University Preparatory Courses
3.4.2. Requirements for Specific Programs
3.4.3. Provincial Guidelines
3.5. Notes on Entry to First-Year Courses
3.6. Requirements for Non-Canadian Education Systems
3.6.1. American School System
3.6.2. General Certificate of Education (GCE)
3.6.3. International Baccalaureate
3.6.4. Baccalaureate
3.6.5. Other Educational Systems
3.7. English Requirements
3.8. Mature Students
3.9. Admission with Advanced Standing
3.9.1. International Baccalaureate
3.9.2. Collège d'Enseignement Général et Professionnel (CEGEP)
3.9.3. General Certificate of Education (GCE)
3.9.4. Advanced Placement 'AP' Program
3.10. Transfer Students
3.10.1. Transfer Credits
3.11. Challenge for Credit
3.11.1. Eligibility for Challenge for Credit
3.11.2. Regulations and Procedures for Challenge for Credit
3.12. Visiting Students
3.13. Exchange Students
3.14. Special Circumstances
3.15. Graduate Studies
4. Fees
4.1. Fees and Expenses
4.1.1. Full-time/Part-time Enrolment - Fall and Winter terms
4.1.2. Tuition Fees
4.1.3. Overload Fees for Full-Time Students
4.1.4. Auditing Fees
4.1.5. Mail Service Fee and Fitness Centre Fee
4.1.6. Student Organization Fees
4.1.7. Other Fees
4.1.8. Fieldwork and Travel: Expenses and Liability
4.1.9. Instructional Supplies Fees
4.1.10. Study Abroad and Exchange Fee
4.1.11. Residence, Communications and Meal Plan Fees
4.1.12. Mountie Money
4.2. Deposits for Full-Time Students
4.2.1. Registration Deposits for New Students
4.2.2. Residence Deposits for New Students
4.2.3. Refunds of Residence Deposits
4.2.4. Registration Deposits for Returning Students
4.2.5. Residence Deposits for Returning Students
4.2.6. Registration Deposits for January Admissions (New and Former Students)
4.2.7. Residence Deposits for January Admissions (New and Former Students)
4.3. Payment of Fees
4.3.1. Payments and Charges
4.3.2. Fall and Winter Payments by Part-Time Students
4.3.3. Fall Payments by Full-time Students
4.3.4. Winter Payments by Full-time Students
4.3.5. Fall and Winter Payments for Students Participating in Exchange Programs
4.3.6. Method of Payment
4.3.7. Reducing the Amount of Payments
4.4. Late Fees and Interest Charges
4.4.1. Late Processing Fees
4.4.2. Services Reinstatement Fee
4.4.3. Interest Charge
4.4.4. Appeals of Academic Standing
4.5. Withdrawals and Student Accounts
4.5.1. Withdrawals Fall and Winter
4.5.2. Withdrawals Correspondence Courses
4.5.3. Withdrawals - Spring Term Courses
4.5.4. Residence and Meal Plan Withdrawals
4.5.5. Payments to Students from their Accounts
4.5.6. Required to Withdraw
5. Financial Assistance
5.1. Scholarships
5.1.1. Eligibility
5.1.2. Entrance Scholarships
5.1.3. The Bell Scholarship
5.1.4. Scholarships for Returning Students
5.1.5. Scholarships Index
5.2. Bursaries
5.2.1. Entrance Bursary Program
5.2.2. President's Advisory Committee International Student Entrance Bursary Program
5.2.3. Senior Citizen Bursary Program
5.2.4. Bursaries Index
5.3. Pre-Theological Bursaries
5.3.1. The Mount Allison Theological Fund
5.3.2. Application Procedure
5.3.3. Pre-Theological Funds Index
5.4. Independent Student Research Grants Program
5.5. The Donald Cameron and Class of 1950 Student Loan and Assistance Fund
6. Co-Curricular Life
6.1. The Mount Allison Students' Union
6.2. The Argosy Weekly
6.3. CHMA FM
6.4. Windsor Theatre
6.5. Residence Council
6.6. The Pond
6.7. Student Employment
6.8. Accommodation
6.8.1. Residences
6.8.2. Residence Application Procedure
6.8.3. Non-University Housing
6.9. Department of Athletics and Recreation
6.9.1. Intercollegiate Athletics, Varsity Programs
6.9.2. Competitive Club Sports
6.9.3. Intramurals
6.9.4. Campus Recreation
6.9.5. Men's and Women's Intramural Councils
6.10. Religious Life on Campus
6.10.1. Introduction
6.10.2. The Chapel
6.10.3. Worship
6.10.4. The Chaplain
6.10.5. Student Groups
6.10.6. Programs
6.11. Student Life
6.11.1. The Director of Student Life
6.11.2. Academic Concerns
6.11.3. Academic Support
6.11.4. Writing Resource Centre
6.11.5. Math Resource Centre
6.11.6. Residence Academic Mentors
6.11.7. Academic Tutors
6.12. Student Life Resources
6.12.1. Personal Counselling
6.12.2. Sexual Harassment Advisor
6.12.3. Career Services Office
6.12.4. Employment
6.12.5. Health Services
6.12.6. Student Health Insurance
6.12.7. Dietary and Nutritional Concerns
6.12.8. Lifestyle Concerns
6.12.9. Landlord/Tenant Concerns
6.12.10. International Students
6.12.11. Governance
6.13. Services for Students With Disabilities
6.13.1. Policy on Students with Disabilities
6.13.2. The Meighen Centre
7. General Information
7.1. The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives
7.2. The Libraries' Endowment Funds
7.3. The Mount Allison Federated Alumni, Inc.
7.3.1. Alumni Board of Directors
7.4. Computer Facilities
7.4.1. Software
7.4.2. Campus Network
7.4.3. Residence Networking
7.4.4. Computing Services
7.5. Mount Allison University Bookstore
7.6. Banking Services
7.7. Performing Arts Series
8. Personnel
8.1. Officers of the University
8.2. The Regents of Mount Allison
8.3. The Senate of Mount Allison
8.4. Officers of Administration
8.5. Chancellors Emeriti
8.6. Presidents Emeriti
8.7. Registrars Emeriti
8.8. Professors Emeriti
8.9. Librarians Emeriti
8.10. Academic Staff
8.10.1. Professors
8.10.2. Librarians
8.11. Meighen Centre
8.12. Student Life
8.13. Department of Physical Recreation and Athletics
9. Lectureships, Trusts and Fellowships; Endowed Chairs; Faculty Awards
9.1. Lectureships, Trusts and Fellowships
9.1.1. The Josiah Wood Lectureship
9.1.2. The Bronfman Lecture Series
9.1.3. The Crake Lectureship in Classical Studies
9.1.4. The Wilford B. Jonah Lecture Series
9.1.5. Crake Doctoral Fellowship in Classics
9.1.6. The Ebbutt Memorial Trust for Religious Studies
9.2. Endowed Chairs
9.2.1. Clement Chandler Avard and Florence Sybil Avard Chair in French Language
9.2.2. The Walter B. Cowan Chair in Religious Studies
9.2.3. The Edgar and Dorothy Davidson Chair in Canadian Studies
9.2.4. Fred C. Manning Chair in Commerce
9.2.5. The Hart Almerrin Massey Chair in Philosophy
9.2.6. The Pickard-Bell Chair in Music
9.2.7. The Reverend William Purvis Chair in English Literature
9.2.8. The Obed Edmund Smith Chair in Physics
9.2.9. The Obed Edmund Smith Chair in Mathematics
9.2.10. The Stiles-Bennett Chair in History
9.2.11. The Josiah Wood Chair in Classics
9.2.12. The Charles and Joseph Allison Chair of English Language and Literature
9.3. Faculty Awards
9.3.1. The Herbert and Leota Tucker Award
9.3.2. Imasco Paul Paré Medal and Awards of Excellence
II. Academic Regulations
10. Academic Regulations
10.1. Communication
10.2. Courses of Instruction
10.3. Registration
10.3.1. Registration Procedures (Adding Courses)
10.3.2. Registration Deadline
10.3.3. Registration Deadline (Correspondence Courses)
10.3.4. Determining Year Level
10.3.5. Normal Course Loads and Overloads (Fall and Winter terms)
10.3.6. Normal Course Loads and Overloads (Spring/Summer term)
10.3.7. Repeating Courses
10.3.8. Auditing Courses
10.4. Changes in Registration and Withdrawal
10.4.1. Deadline for Registration Changes
10.4.2. Changing Programs
10.4.3. Withdrawal Without Penalty
10.4.4. Course Withdrawal After the Deadline
10.4.5. Withdrawal from University
10.5. Transfer Credits
10.5.1. Letter of Permission to Take Courses at another Institution
10.6. Academic Integrity
10.6.1. Academic Misconduct
10.6.2. Allegations of Academic Misconduct
10.6.3. Academic Sanctions
10.7. Missed Coursework or Tests
10.7.1. Missed Coursework or Tests
10.8. Examination Regulations
10.8.1. Scheduled Tests and Final Examinations (Fall and Winter terms)
10.8.2. Scheduled Tests and Final Examinations (Spring/Summer term)
10.8.3. Viewing Examination Papers
10.8.4. Accommodations for Missed Final Examinations
10.8.5. Extended Deadlines for Completion of Course Work
10.8.6. Special Examinations
10.9. Evaluations of Student Performance
10.9.1. Grading Policies for Courses
10.9.2. Reporting of Grades
10.9.3. Letter Grades and their Meanings
10.9.4. Prerequisite Grade Requirements
10.9.5. Grades Excluded from GPA
10.9.6. Calculation of TGPA, SGPA and CGPA
10.9.7. Repeated Courses, SGPA and CGPA
10.9.8. Grade Changes
10.9.9. Re-evaluation of a Grade
10.9.10. Aegrotat Standing
10.9.11. Assessment of Academic Standing
10.9.12. Good Standing
10.9.13. Unsatisfactory Standing
10.9.14. Academic Performance Indicators
10.9.15. Academic Probation
10.9.16. Academic Suspension
10.9.17. Academic Dismissal
10.9.18. Procedures for Appeals and Re-admissions
10.9.19. Disciplinary Suspension or Dismissal
10.9.20. Deans' List
10.10. Degree Requirements
10.10.1. Academic Standing and Credits Required for a Degree
10.10.2. Academic Residency Requirements
10.10.3. Degree with Distinction Requirements
10.10.4. Honours GPA and Overall GPA Requirements
10.10.5. Submitting a Thesis
10.10.6. Falling Short of the Honours Requirements
10.10.7. Second Undergraduate Degree Requirements
10.10.8. Honours Certificate
10.11. Graduation and Convocation
10.11.1. Application for Graduation
10.11.2. Completed Degree Requirements - May
10.11.3. Completed Degree Requirements - October
10.11.4. Academic Costumes
10.11.5. Authorized Hoods
10.11.6. Honorary Degrees
10.11.7. University Prizes Awarded at Convocation
10.12. Transcripts
10.12.1. Privacy of Transcripts
10.12.2. Transcript Requests
10.13. Replacement/Duplicate Diplomas
10.14. Notification of Disclosure of Personal Information
10.14.1. Statistics Canada
10.14.2. Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission (MPHEC)
III. Academic Degrees, Programs and Courses
11. Academic Programs
11.1. General Regulations
11.1.1. Graduating under one calendar
11.1.2. B.A. and B.Sc. Degree Requirements
11.1.3. Declaration of Major, Minor, Honours
11.2. Bachelor of Arts
11.2.1. Requirements for a B.A. Degree
11.2.2. Distribution Requirements
11.2.3. 3/4000 Level Courses
11.2.4. Credits Required for a Major and Minor
11.2.5. Additional Minor
11.2.6. Double Major
11.2.7. Honours Degree
11.2.8. General Degree with Three Minors
11.2.9. The Major as Required for the B.A.
11.2.10. Disciplinary Major
11.2.11. Interdisciplinary Major
11.2.12. Specially Approved Major
11.2.13. Majors Available for the B.A.
11.2.14. The Minor as Required for the B.A.
11.2.15. Disciplinary Minor
11.2.16. Interdisciplinary Minor
11.2.17. Specially Approved Minor
11.2.18. Minors Available for the B.A.
11.2.19. Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Honours Programs
11.2.20. Honours Programs Available for the B.A.
11.3. Bachelor of Science
11.3.1. Requirements for a B.Sc. Degree
11.3.2. Distribution Requirements
11.3.3. Science Core
11.3.4. Minimum Number of Science Credits
11.3.5. 3/4000 Level Science Courses
11.3.6. Credits Required for a Major and Minor
11.3.7. Additional Minor
11.3.8. Double Major
11.3.9. Honours Degree
11.3.10. General Degree with Three Minors
11.3.11. Courses which Qualify as Science Credits
11.3.12. The Major As Required for the B.Sc.
11.3.13. Disciplinary Major
11.3.14. Interdisciplinary Major
11.3.15. Specially Approved Major
11.3.16. Majors available for the B.Sc.
11.3.17. The Minor as Required for the B.Sc.
11.3.18. Disciplinary Minor
11.3.19. Interdisciplinary Minor
11.3.20. Specially Approved Minor
11.3.21. Minors Available for the B.Sc.
11.3.22. Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Honours Programs
11.3.23. Honours Programs Available for the B.Sc.
11.4. Master of Science
11.4.1. Committee on Graduate Studies
11.4.2. Minimum Admission Requirements
11.4.3. Time Required
11.4.4. Course and Thesis Requirements
11.4.5. Standards of Achievement
11.4.6. Supervisory Committee
11.4.7. Application Procedure
11.4.8. Master of Science Course Listing
11.5. Bachelor of Commerce
11.5.1. Primary Objective
11.5.2. Requirements for a Bachelor of Commerce Degree
11.5.3. Distribution Requirements
11.5.4. 3/4000 Level Courses
11.5.5. Commerce Degree Core Requirements
11.5.6. Commerce Electives on the Bachelor of Commerce Degree
11.5.7. The Minor as Required for the Bachelor of Commerce
11.5.8. Elective Credits
11.5.9. Honours Programs Available for the Bachelor of Commerce
11.5.10. Commerce with Honours
11.5.11. Commerce with Honours in Economics
11.5.12. Major from Other Disciplines
11.5.13. Transferring to Commerce
11.6. Bachelor of Music
11.6.1. Financial Assistance
11.6.2. Entrance Requirements for the Bachelor of Music Degree
11.6.3. Requirements for Bachelor of Music Degree
11.6.4. Music Ensembles
11.6.5. Recitals
11.7. Bachelor of Fine Arts
11.7.1. The Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
11.7.2. Additional Admission Requirements
11.7.3. Advanced Status
11.7.4. Requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
11.7.5. Entrance Scholarship
11.8. Certificate of Bilingualism
11.8.1. Information and Regulations
11.8.2. Standards
11.9. Certificat De Bilinguisme
11.9.1. Renseignements
11.9.2. Niveaux Requis
11.10. Pre-Professional Requirements
11.11. International Programs
11.11.1. Study Abroad and Exchange Programs
11.11.2. MASSIE PROGRAM
11.11.3. Academic Credit for Independent Experiential Learning
12. Programs and Courses of Instruction
American Studies
Interdisciplinary B.A. Programs
Anthropology
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
ANTHROPOLOGY COURSES
Art History
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
ART HISTORY COURSES
OTHER ART HISTORY COURSES
Aviation
Entrance Requirements
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Program
Biochemistry
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Programs
BIOCHEMISTRY COURSES
Biology
Disciplinary B.Sc. Programs
BIOLOGY COURSES
Canadian Public Policy
Interdisciplinary B.A. Program
Canadian Studies
Interdisciplinary B.A. Programs
CANADIAN STUDIES COURSES
Chemistry
Disciplinary B.Sc. Programs
CHEMISTRY COURSES
Classics
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
CLASSICAL STUDIES COURSES
GREEK COURSES
LATIN COURSES
Cognitive Science
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Program
Commerce/Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
COMMERCE COURSES
Computer Science
Disciplinary B.A. and B.Sc. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.A. and B.Sc. Programs
COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES
Drama Studies
Interdisciplinary B.A. Programs
DRAMA COURSES
Economics
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.A. Program
ECONOMICS COURSES
English Literatures
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE ENGLISH PROGRAM
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
ENGLISH COURSES
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Fine Arts
THE B.F.A. PROGRAM
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
STUDIO COURSES
Art History Courses
French Studies
Geography
Geography and Environment
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.A. Programs
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.A. and B.Sc. Programs
GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENT COURSES
German Studies
Greek
Hispanic Studies
History
BASIC COURSES
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
HISTORY COURSES
International Economics and Business
Interdisciplinary B.A. Program
International Relations
Japanese Studies
Latin
Linguistics
Mathematics
Disciplinary B.A. and B.Sc. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.A. Program
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Program
MATHEMATICS COURSES
Modern Languages and Literatures
PLACEMENT
FRENCH STUDIES
GERMAN STUDIES
HISPANIC STUDIES
JAPANESE STUDIES
LINGUISTICS
MODERN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES AND CULTURES
Music
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
MUSIC COURSES
RECITAL AND CONCERTS
Philosophy
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
BASIC COURSES
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Multidisciplinary B.A. Programs
Physics
Disciplinary B.Sc. Programs
Interdisciplinary B.Sc. Program
PHYSICS COURSES
Politics and International Relations
Interdisciplinary B.A. Program
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COURSES
Psychology
Disciplinary B.A. and B.Sc. Programs
PSYCHOLOGY COURSES
Religious Studies
RELIGIOUS STUDIES ELECTIVES
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
RELIGIOUS STUDIES COURSES
Science
SCIENCE COURSE
Sociology
Disciplinary B.A. Programs
SOCIOLOGY COURSES
Spanish Studies
Women's and Gender Studies
Interdisciplinary B.A. Programs
WOMEN'S AND GENDER STUDIES COURSES
Index

11 Academic Programs

This section provides complete outlines of the specific requirements for all degrees and/or certificates, as well as information regarding pre-professional requirements. Students completing a B.Comm., B.Mus. or B.F.A. will find all of their overall degree requirements plus an outline of specific courses required in this section. Students completing B.A. or B.Sc. Minors, Majors or Honours programs should consult the overall degree requirements outlined in this section plus the more specific Minor, Major and Honours requirements listed per program in the Programs/Courses of Instruction section which follows. Those students planning further study in Medicine, Law, Dentistry and other professional programs should consult the information regarding pre-professional requirements at the end of this section and the calendars of professional schools.

11.0 Course Numbering and Credit Values
11.1 General Regulations
11.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree
11.3 Bachelor of Science Degree
11.4 Master of Science Degree
11.5 Bachelor of Commerce Degree
11.6 Bachelor of Music Degree
11.7 Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
11.8 Certificate of Bilingualism
11.9 Certificat de bilinguisme
11.10 Pre-Professional Requirements
11.11 International Programs

11.0 Course Numbering and Credit Values

Each course is identified by a four-digit number, and carries a certain credit value.

The first digit indicates the year in which the course is normally taken.

The second digit sometimes indicates a stream or category of courses within one department.

The third digit specifies a particular course within the department.

The fourth digit indicates the credit value of the course. A 6 credit course extends through Fall and Winter terms and has a fourth digit of zero; a 3 credit course usually lasts one term only and has a fourth digit of one. A few 3 credit courses extend through the Fall and Winter terms and have a fourth digit of three. One credit Music Ensemble courses have a fourth digit of nine and extends throughout both Fall and Winter terms.

Note:  Both Fall and Winter terms must be completed to obtain credit for full year courses.

Requirements for degree programs are stated in terms of such course numbers and their accumulated credit values. Typically, a degree requires a minimum 120 credits, earned by passing some combination of 6 credit (two term) and 3 credit (one term) courses. A typical Major requires 60 credits; a typical Minor requires 24 credits.

Note:  A grade of D (D+, D, D-) in any course will be considered a conditional (non-continuing) pass. In order for a course to be used to fulfill prerequisite requirements, a grade of C- or better must be obtained. Otherwise, written permission of the appropriate Department or Program Co-ordinator must be obtained.

In any one year, it is only the University Timetable which specifies which courses are actually being taught that year, and in which terms. The listing of a course in the calendar is not a guarantee that the course is offered every year.

11.1 General Regulations

11.1.1 Graduating under one calendar

Students with continuous enrolment at the University may elect to graduate under any one calendar in force during their registration subject to the availability of courses with the following exceptions:

  1. Students returning after an interval of a year or more will be readmitted under the calendar in force when they return. Where necessary, an Academic Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, will interpret the student's past record in terms of the current curriculum.

  2. Students who are more than ten years from the start of their degree and are returning after an interval of a year or more will be readmitted under the calendar in force when they return. The University may have course work completed in previous years reassessed to determine its applicability to the current curriculum and degree program. In some cases students may be required to retake a course for which credit was previously earned. An Academic Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, will interpret the student's past record.

Note:  This regulation applies only to curriculum changes affecting a student's degree program, as outlined in Section 11.0 - Academic Programs and Section 12.0 - Programs and Courses of Instruction.

11.1.2 B.A. and B.Sc. Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees achieve a balance of breadth, depth and coherence by including these four features in each student's academic program:

  1. The Bachelor's degree requires the completion of 120 credits worth of course work.

  2. Six credits must be earned in each of the four distribution areas: Arts and Letters, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science. (see 11.2.2 and 11.3.2)

  3. A specified minimum number of credits earned at an advanced level must be included. (see 11.2.3 and 11.3.5)

  4. One of the following must be completed: a Major plus a Minor; a Double Major; a General degree of three Minors; or the most specialized degree an Honours program. It is also possible for students to design a program of their own. (See Regulations 11.2.12, 11.2.17, 11.3.15 and 11.3.20)

11.1.3 Declaration of Major, Minor, Honours

B.A. and B.Sc. students, in consultation with the designated Program Advisor, must formally declare a Major and a Minor by the end of the academic session in which they will have achieved third year standing or upon completion of 54 credits . Students should refer to the specific program requirements of their intended Major or Minor. Those opting to do a Double Major or Triple Minor must, in consultation with the designated Program Advisor, declare their intention by the end of the academic session in which they will have achieved third year standing or upon completion of 54 credits . Students can change their choice of program after further consultation with a Program Advisor. A 'Declaration/Change of Major/Minor' form is available on the Registrar's Office web page.

Those opting to do an Honours Program must declare their intention by December of the year in which they are registered with third year standing by completing a 'Declaration of Intention to Pursue Honours' form available on the web.

Students must consult with the Department Head or Program Co-ordinator with respect to application processes and admission criteria.

11.2 Bachelor of Arts

11.2.1 Requirements for a B.A. Degree

In order to qualify for a Bachelor of Arts degree, a student must complete 120 credits including:

  1. 6 credits must be earned in each of the four distribution areas: Arts and Letters, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science, as listed in 11.2.2

  2. A minimum of 36 credits from the 3/4000 level

  3. One of the following must be completed: a Major plus a Minor; a Double Major; a General degree of three Minors; or the most specialized degree an Honours program. It is also possible for students to design a program of their own, in consultation with an Academic Dean. (See Regulations 11.2.4, 11.2.6, 11.2.7, 11.2.8, 11.2.12, and 11.2.17)

11.2.2 Distribution Requirements

Six credits must be earned from each of the following lists:

Arts and Letters
Art History
Drama
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
German Studies
Hispanic Studies
Japanese Studies
Linguistics
Music
Humanities
Canadian Studies
Classics
Greek
History
Latin
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Women's and Gender Studies
Social Sciences
Anthropology
Commerce
Economics
Geography and Environment (GENV)
International Relations
Political Science
Sociology
Women's and Gender Studies
Science
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Geography and Environment (GENS)
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Science 1001

Note:  For distribution requirement purposes, a maximum of 6 credits from Women's and Gender Studies (WGST) courses can be applied to meet the distribution requirements for either Humanities or Social Sciences, or a combination of those two disciplines.

11.2.3 3/4000 Level Courses

A minimum of 36 credits must be earned from courses at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. At least 30 credits must be from Mount Allison courses.

11.2.4 Credits Required for a Major and Minor

The credits required for a B.A. include those required for a Major [see list under 11.2.13], plus the credits required for a Minor from any other program [see lists under 11.2.18 and 11.3.21]. No more than 9 credits can be counted in common between the Major and Minor. Where there are more than 9 credits of requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program will still be at least 15 credits greater than the total for the Major. The Major and Minor are recorded on the student's transcript.

Although the combination of a Major and a Minor as called for in 11.2.4 is the usual means of achieving a B.A. degree, other combinations are possible, as outlined in 11.2.5 through 11.2.8.

11.2.5 Additional Minor

Students who satisfy the requirements for more than one Minor will have the additional Minor(s) recorded on their transcript.

11.2.6 Double Major

Students who (in lieu of the Minor required in 11.2.4) satisfy the requirements for a second Major from any other program [see lists under 11.2.13 and 11.3.16], will have achieved a B.A. with a Double Major, and will have both Majors recorded on their transcript. No more than 24 credits can be counted in common between the two Majors . Even where there are requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program will be at least 36 credits greater than the total for the first Major.

11.2.7 Honours Degree

Students who (in lieu of 11.2.4) satisfy the requirements for an Honours degree [see 11.2.19] will have achieved a B.A. with Honours, and will have the Honours program recorded on their transcript.

11.2.8 General Degree with Three Minors

Students who (in lieu of 11.2.4) satisfy the requirements for three Minors [see 11.2.14] will have achieved a B.A. General Degree, and will have this title plus all Minors recorded. A triple Minor will not total fewer than 72 credits, despite requirements in common. Students pursuing this option are reminded that Regulation 11.2.3 must still be fulfilled.

11.2.9 The Major as Required for the B.A.

The Major is designed to be approximately one half the course work a student completes toward a B.A. degree, providing the depth and rigour which can be achieved either by work within one discipline or through course work carefully planned under a theme. As called for in 11.2.4, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Major listed in 11.2.13, according to one of the options outlined in 11.2.10 through 11.2.12

11.2.10 Disciplinary Major

A Disciplinary Major consists of a selection of courses worth 60 credits, with a minimum of 36 and a maximum of 42 credits required from a single discipline or department. This type of Major gains its coherence from the traditional discipline from which it is drawn. Provision is made within each Major for 18 credits, usually drawn from outside the Major discipline, intended to complement and enrich the Major.

11.2.11 Interdisciplinary Major

An Interdisciplinary Major consists of a selection of courses worth 60 credits, in most cases. This type of Major gains its coherence from a theme, or approach held in common by its component courses. Such programs are authorized in advance by Senate.

11.2.12 Specially Approved Major

A Specially Approved Major consists of a selection of courses worth 60 credits. This type of Major gains its coherence from a carefully thought-out combination of available courses which has not received prior authorization from Senate. Approval for this type of Major must be obtained from the appropriate Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, by the end of the third year.

11.2.13 Majors Available for the B.A.

For the B.A., the following Majors are available. For a complete list of courses required for each Major, see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Anthropology
Art History
Classical Studies
Commerce
Computer Science
Economics
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
Geography
Hispanic Studies
History
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Interdisciplinary
American Studies
Canadian Public Policy
Canadian Studies
Drama
Environmental Studies
International Relations
Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

11.2.14 The Minor as Required for the B.A.

The Minor is designed to be a minimum number of courses by which a student can achieve a modest sense of coherence in another field of study. As called for in 11.2.4, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Minors listed in 11.2.18, (or under 11.3.21) according to one of the options outlined in 11.2.15 through 11.2.17.

11.2.15 Disciplinary Minor

A Disciplinary Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its minimum of coherence from the traditional discipline from which it is drawn.

11.2.16 Interdisciplinary Minor

An Interdisciplinary Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its coherence from a theme, or approach held in common by its component courses. Such programs are authorized in advance by Senate.

11.2.17 Specially Approved Minor

A Specially Approved Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its coherence from a carefully thought-out combination of available courses which has not received prior authorization from Senate. Approval for this type of Minor must be obtained from the appropriate Academic Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, by the end of the third year.

11.2.18 Minors Available for the B.A.

For the B.A., the following Minors are available along with those listed under section 11.3.21. For a complete listing of courses required for each Minor, see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Anthropology
Art History
Classical Studies
Commerce
Computer Science
Economics
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
Geography
German Studies
Greek
Hispanic Studies
History
Latin
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Interdisciplinary
American Studies
Canadian Studies
Drama
Environmental Studies
Geographic Information Systems (G.I.S.)
International Economics and Business
International Politics
Japanese Studies
Women's and Gender Studies

11.2.19 Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Honours Programs

Honours programs represent the most specialized selection of courses to gain depth and coherence within one discipline or thematic area. They have traditionally provided the preparation most appropriate for post-graduate work in that field. The requirements for Honours extend beyond that of the Major, and so the regulation requiring a Minor is waived (see 11.2.4 and 11.2.7), although any student who completes a Minor from another discipline or program, will have this Minor recorded on his or her transcript. Academic regulation 10.10.5 governing the granting of Honours should be consulted. Students considering an Honours Program should consult as early as possible with the designated Program Advisor regarding the prescribed selection of courses.

11.2.20 Honours Programs Available for the B.A.

Under the B.A. Degree, the following Honours Programs are available. Each assumes that the student also meets the requirements of 11.2.2 and 11.2.3. For a complete listing of courses required for each Honours Program, see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Anthropology
Classical Studies
Computer Science
Computer Science and Mathematics
Economics
English
French Studies
Geography
History
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Interdisciplinary
American Studies
Canadian Studies
Economics and Mathematics
Environmental Studies
International Relations
Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures

11.3 Bachelor of Science

11.3.1 Requirements for a B.Sc. Degree

In order to qualify for a Bachelor of Science degree, a student must complete 120 credits including:

  1. 6 credits must be earned in each of the four distribution areas: Arts and Letters, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science, as listed in 11.3.2

  2. 12 credits must be earned from the Science Core as outlined in 11.3.3

  3. 72 Science credits of which a minimum of 30 credits must be from Science courses at the 3/4000 level (see 11.3.4 and 11.3.5)

  4. One of the following must be completed: a Major plus a Minor; a Double Major; a General degree of three Minors; or the most specialized degree an Honours program. It is also possible for students to design a program of their own in consultation with the Academic Dean (See Regulations 11.3.6, 11.3.8, 11.3.9, 11.3.10, 11.3.15 and 11.3.20.)

11.3.2 Distribution Requirements

Six credits must be earned from each of the following lists:

Arts and Letters
Art History
Drama
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
German Studies
Hispanic Studies
Japanese Studies
Linguistics
Music
Humanities
Canadian Studies
Classics
Greek
History
Latin
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Women's and Gender Studies
Social Sciences
Anthropology
Commerce
Economics
Geography and Environment (GENV)
International Relations
Political Science
Sociology
Women's and Gender Studies

Note:  Science distribution is fulfilled by Bachelor of Science degree requirements.

Note:  For distribution requirement purposes, a maximum of 6 credits from Women's and Gender Studies (WGST) courses can be applied to meet the distribution requirements for either Humanities or Social Science, or a combination of those two disciplines.

11.3.3 Science Core

Twelve credits must be earned as follows:

  1. 6 credits from MATH 1111 or 1151 plus one of MATH 1121, 1251, 2211, 2221 or COMP 1631

  2. 3 credits from CHEM 1001 or PHYS 1041 or PHYS 1051

  3. 3 credits from BIOL 1001, BIOL 1501, BIOC 1001, GENS 1401, PSYC 1001 or PSYC 1011

11.3.4 Minimum Number of Science Credits

A minimum of 72 credits in Science must be earned from the Science disciplines.

11.3.5 3/4000 Level Science Courses

A minimum of 30 credits in Science must be earned from the 3000 and/or 4000 level. At least 24 credits must be from Mount Allison courses.

11.3.6 Credits Required for a Major and Minor

The credits required for a B.Sc. include those required for a Major [see list under 11.3.16], plus the credits required for a Minor from any other program [see lists under 11.3.21 and 11.2.18]. No more than 9 credits can be counted in common between the Major and Minor . Where there are more than 9 credits of requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program will still be at least 15 credits greater than the total for the Major. The Major and Minor are recorded on the student's transcript. Although the combination of a Major and a Minor as called for in 11.3.6 is the usual means of achieving a B.Sc., other combinations are possible, as outlined in 11.3.7 through 11.3.10.

11.3.7 Additional Minor

Students who satisfy the requirements for more than one Minor will have the additional Minor(s) recorded on their transcript.

11.3.8 Double Major

Students who (in lieu of the Minor required in 12.3.6) satisfy the requirements for a second Major from any other program [see lists under 11.3.16 and 11.2.13] will have achieved a B.Sc. with a Double Major, and will have both Majors recorded on their transcript. No more than 24 credits can be counted in common between the two Majors . Even where there are requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program will be at least 36 credits greater than the total for the first Major.

11.3.9 Honours Degree

Students who (in lieu of 11.3.6) satisfy the requirements for an Honours degree [see 11.3.22] will have achieved a B.Sc. with Honours, and will have the Honours program recorded on their transcript.

11.3.10 General Degree with Three Minors

Students who (in lieu of 11.3.6) satisfy the requirements for three Minors, at least two of which must be in Science (see 11.3.17) will have achieved a B.Sc. General Degree, and will have this title plus the three (or more) Minors recorded on their transcript. A triple Minor will not total fewer than 72 credits, despite requirements in common. Students pursuing this option are reminded that Regulations 11.3.4 and 11.3.5 must still be fulfilled.

11.3.11 Courses which Qualify as Science Credits

For purposes of Regulation 11.3.4 and 11.3.5 only, all courses offered in the following disciplines are considered as Science credits: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology. The following courses outside of these disciplines may also count as Science credits: COMM 3411, ECON 3301, 3821, 4700, 4801, 4811, all GENS courses from the Department of Geography and Environmental Science, PHIL 2511, 3511.

Note:  Commerce, Economics and Philosophy courses listed here cannot be used to fulfill Science distribution requirements in 11.2.2 and 11.3.2.

11.3.12 The Major As Required for the B.Sc.

The Major is designed to be approximately one half the course work a student completes toward a B.Sc. degree, providing the depth and rigour which can be achieved either by work within one discipline or through course work carefully orchestrated under a theme. As called for in 11.3.6, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Major in Science listed in 11.3.16, according to one of the options outlined in 11.3.13 through 11.3.15.

11.3.13 Disciplinary Major

A Disciplinary Major in Science consists of a selection of courses worth 60 to 72 credits, with a minimum of 36 and a maximum of 42 credits required from a single discipline or department. This type of Major gains its coherence from the traditional discipline from which it is drawn. Provision is made within each Major for credits under 11.3.3.

11.3.14 Interdisciplinary Major

An Interdisciplinary Major consists of a selection of courses worth 60 to 84 credits. This type of Major gains its coherence from a theme, or approach held in common by its component courses. Such programs are authorized in advance by Senate.

11.3.15 Specially Approved Major

A Specially Approved Major consists of a selection of courses worth 60 to 72 credits. This type of Major gains its coherence from a carefully thought out combination of available courses which has not received prior authorization from Senate. Approval for this type of Major must be obtained from the appropriate Academic Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, by the end of the third year.

11.3.16 Majors available for the B.Sc.

For the B.Sc., the following Majors are available. For a complete listing of courses required for each Major, see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Interdisciplinary
Aviation
Biochemistry
Cognitive Science
Environmental Science

11.3.17 The Minor as Required for the B.Sc.

The Minor is designed to be a minimum number of courses by which a student can achieve a modest sense of the coherence in another field of study. As called for in 11.3.6, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Minors listed in 11.3.21 (or under 11.2.18), according to one of the options outlined in 12.3.18 through 11.3.20.

11.3.18 Disciplinary Minor

A Disciplinary Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 credits of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its minimum of coherence from the traditional discipline from which it is drawn.

11.3.19 Interdisciplinary Minor

An Interdisciplinary Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 credits of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its coherence from a theme, or approach held in common by its component courses. Such programs are authorized in advance by Senate.

11.3.20 Specially Approved Minor

A Specially Approved Minor consists of a selection of courses worth 24 credits, at least 6 of which must be completed at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. This type of Minor gains its coherence from a carefully thought out combination of available courses which has not received prior authorization from Senate. Approval for this type of Minor must be obtained from the appropriate Academic Dean, in consultation with the Registrar, by the end of the third year.

11.3.21 Minors Available for the B.Sc.

For the B.Sc., the following Minors are available along with those listed under 11.2.18. For a complete listing of courses required for each Minor, see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Applied Physics
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Interdisciplinary
Astronomy
Biochemistry
Environmental Science
Geographic Information Systems

11.3.22 Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Honours Programs

Honours programs represent the most specialized selection of courses to gain depth and coherence within one discipline or thematic area. They have traditionally provided the preparation most appropriate for post-graduate work in that field. The requirements for Honours extend beyond that of the Major, and so the regulation requiring a Minor is waived (see 11.3.6 and 11.3.9), although any student who completes a Minor from another discipline or program will have this Minor recorded on his or her transcript. Academic regulation 10.10.5 governing the granting of Honours should be consulted. Students considering an Honours Program should consult as early as possible with the designated Program Advisor regarding a prescribed selection of courses.

11.3.23 Honours Programs Available for the B.Sc.

Under the B.Sc. Degree, the following Honours Programs are available. Each assumes that the student also meets the requirements of 11.3.2 through 11.3.5. For a complete listing of courses required for each Honours Program see the appropriate heading under Programs and Courses of Instruction.

Disciplinary
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science and Mathematics
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Interdisciplinary
Biochemistry
Environmental Science
Mathematics and Physics

11.4 Master of Science

Graduate work is approved for the Departments of Biology and Chemistry. A Specially Approved Master of Science degree may be recommended by the Committee on Graduate Studies for a program of graduate study beyond the two listed programs in Biology and Chemistry. Any specially approved program shall conform to all requirements listed in this section of the Academic Calendar.

11.4.1 Committee on Graduate Studies

All graduate work is under the general supervision of the Committee on Graduate Studies. Upon receiving recommendations from the Department concerned, the Committee will decide upon admission, program of study, and on receipt of satisfactory evidence of the completion of the studies, will recommend concerning the award of the degree.

11.4.2 Minimum Admission Requirements

  1. A four-year Bachelor's degree with research experience in the intended field of study or its equivalent from a University of recognized standing (mature students will be given special consideration); and

  2. Two letters of reference

  3. A letter of support from the proposed Mount Allison supervisor including the duration, amount, and source of any financial support offered to the student

11.4.3 Time Required

  1. The minimum time from admission to a graduate studies program to defense of the thesis is three academic terms.

  2. The normal time from admission to a graduate studies program to defense of the thesis is seven academic terms for a full-time student and eleven academic terms for a part-time student.

  3. If extenuating circumstances prevent a student from completing a graduate studies program within the normal period specified, the Dean of Graduate Studies may grant an extension of up to one academic term.

11.4.4 Course and Thesis Requirements

  1. All candidates must:

    1. complete a minimum of two to a maximum of four 3 credit graduate courses as determined by the Graduate Studies Committee upon advice from the supervisory committee;

    2. complete a research program and a thesis based on this research; and

    3. participate in a departmental seminar series.

  2. Within three months of a student's admission to the program, the supervisory committee will:

    1. formulate a list of the number and type of graduate courses for that candidate; and

    2. forward this list to the Graduate Studies Committee for approval.

  3. When a department intends to offer a graduate studies course, it must submit course information at least one month in advance to the Dean of Graduate Studies for approval.

  4. The format of the written thesis will follow the rules for graduate theses as described in the graduate handbook.

  5. Copies of the thesis must be made available to the members of the candidate's Examining Committee at least three weeks prior to its defense.

11.4.5 Standards of Achievement

The candidate must achieve a grade of at least B- in each course required for the degree, and also must pass a public oral examination on the thesis and related material.

11.4.6 Supervisory Committee

A committee of three will be appointed for each candidate by the Graduate Studies Committee on the recommendation of the research supervisor who will be its chair, a teaching member of the department concerned, and a qualified person from outside that department or within the department if more appropriate. It will be the responsibility of this committee to review periodically the progress of the candidate, read the thesis and conduct the oral examination which will be presided over by the Chair of the Graduate Studies Committee or designate. The Thesis Examining Committee will also include an external reader who has had no involvement in the project. A grade of 'Pass' or 'Fail' will be assessed for the thesis and its defense by the candidate's committee. (The Chair of the Graduate Studies Committee has no vote in this decision). If a 'Fail' evaluation is rendered, the supervisory committee will decide if and what remedial measure must be undertaken to obtain a 'Pass' grade. The candidate will have six months to meet these conditions.

11.4.7 Application Procedure

Candidates should submit a completed application form, curriculum vitae, a set of official transcripts, and arrange to have two letters of reference forwarded to the office of the Dean of Graduate Studies. Applicants are also expected to contact potential supervisor(s) about the possibility of carrying on advanced study and research with them prior to application.

11.4.8 Master of Science Course Listing

MSCI 5101/5201/5301/5401 (3.00)
GRADUATE STUDIES I
Format: Variable
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Graduate Studies Committee

MSCI 5111/5211/5311/5411 (3.00)
GRADUATE STUDIES II
Format: Variable
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Graduate Studies Committee

MSCI 5121/5221/5321/5421 (3.00)
GRADUATE STUDIES III
Format: Variable
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Graduate Studies Committee

MSCI 5131/5231/5331/5431 (3.00)
GRADUATE STUDIES IV
Format: Variable
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Graduate Studies Committee

MSCI 5990 ()
GRADUATE THESIS
Format: Independent Study/Thesis
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program

11.5 Bachelor of Commerce

11.5.1 Primary Objective

The primary objective of the Mount Allison University Commerce program is to explore with students the nature of the business world, and thus help them acquire administrative knowledge and skills. Studies focus on the process of effective problem solving and decision making in the business environment through the development of management systems which combine quantitative analysis and human judgement. The Commerce program is designed to enable students to take courses in a variety of business subject areas (such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing) while completing a Minor in a non-Commerce discipline. The Commerce degree at Mount Allison University is highly flexible, reflecting the diverse business society that students will enter after graduation.

11.5.2 Requirements for a Bachelor of Commerce Degree

In order to qualify for a Bachelor of Commerce degree, a student must complete 120 credits including:

  1. 6 credits earned in each of the two distribution areas of Arts and Letters and Humanities (see 11.5.3)

  2. A minimum of 42 credits from the 3/4000 level (see 11.5.4)

  3. 42 credits from the Commerce Degree Core Program requirements as listed in 11.5.5

  4. 27 additional Commerce elective credits, with at least 24 credits from 3/4000 level courses (see 11.5.6)

  5. Courses which satisfy the requirements of a Minor (see 11.5.7) Note: this requirement is waived for students pursuing Honours in Economics

  6. Elective credits with no more than 9 from Commerce courses (see 11.5.8)

11.5.3 Distribution Requirements

Six credits must be earned from each of the following lists:

Arts and Letters
Art History
Drama
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
German Studies
Hispanic Studies
Japanese Studies
Linguistics
Music
Humanities
Classics
Canadian Studies
Greek
History
Latin
Philosophy
Relgious Studies
Women's and Gender Studies

Note: Social Science and Science distributions are fulfilled by Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements.

11.5.4 3/4000 Level Courses

A minimum of 42 credits must be earned from courses at the 3000 and/or 4000 level. At least 36 credits must be from Mount Allison courses.

11.5.5 Commerce Degree Core Requirements

The Commerce Degree Core Requirments is 42 credits earned as follows:

24credits from Commerce 2101, 2131, 2201, 2301, 3411, 3501, 4311, 4321
3credits from Mathematics 1111, 1151
6credits from Economics 1001 and 1011
3credits in Computer Science
6credits from Mathematics 2311 and 2321
OR Psychology 2001 and 2011

11.5.6 Commerce Electives on the Bachelor of Commerce Degree

In addition to the Commerce courses required for the Core, 27 credits from Commerce elective courses are required with at least 24 credits from 3/4000 level courses. All Commerce courses other than those in the Core of the program (see 11.5.5), as well as the following courses from other disciplines may also be counted as Commerce electives: Economics 3201, 3211, 3301, 3601, 3711, 3921, 4111, 4501, 4511, 4621, 4700, 4801, 4811, 4821, 4990, Computer Science 3851.

11.5.7 The Minor as Required for the Bachelor of Commerce

All Bachelor of Commerce students must complete a Minor in a non-Commerce discipline from the list below or a Specially Approved Minor (see 11.2.17). No more than 9 credits can be counted in common between the Minor and the courses counted in 11.5.5 and 11.5.6. Where there are more than 9 credits of requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program requirements will still be at least 84 credits. The Minor will be recorded on the transcript. Students who satisfy the requirements for more than one Minor will have the additional Minor(s) recorded on their transcript.

Note: the regulation requiring a Minor is waived for students pursuing Honours in Economics.

Minors Available for the Bachelor of Commerce

Disciplinary
Anthropology
Art History
Biology
Chemistry
Classical Studies
Computer Science
Economics
English
Fine Arts
French Studies
Geography
German Studies
Greek
Hispanic Studies
History
Latin
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Women's and Gender Studies
Interdisciplinary
American Studies
Canadian Studies
Drama
Environmental Studies
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
International Economics and Business
International Politics
Japanese Studies

11.5.8 Elective Credits

The remaining credits beyond those completed to fulfill 11.5.3, 11.5.5, 11.5.6 and 11.5.7 may be from any discipline. No more than 9 credits, or 12 credits with COMM 1011, beyond those included in 11.5.5 and 11.5.6 may be from courses in the Commerce discipline. (A maximum of 60 credits, or 63 credits including COMM 1011, from courses in the Commerce discipline is permitted to count toward the 120 credits required for a Bachelor of Commerce degree.)

11.5.9 Honours Programs Available for the Bachelor of Commerce

Students who satisfy the requirements for an Honours program [see section 11.5.10, 11.5.11] will have achieved a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, and will have the Honours program recorded on their transcript. Students with third year standing interested in pursuing Honours must apply to the Commerce Department by March 31, in the year in which they will have completed at least 84 credits. Students interested in pursuing Honours in Economics should contact the Economics Department. Academic regulation 10.10.5 governing the granting of Honours should be consulted. In addition to the prescribed Honours courses listed in 11.5.10 and 11.5.11, students must fulfill the general requirements for a Bachelor of Commerce degree as listed in 11.5.2. a), b), e), and f).

11.5.10 Commerce with Honours

Honours in Commerce is 69 credits earned as follows:

42from the Commerce core requirements (see 11.5.5)
6from Commerce 4990
21from Commerce electives at the 3/4000 level

11.5.11 Commerce with Honours in Economics

Honours in Economics is 90 credits earned as follows:

42from the Commerce core requirements (see 11.5.5)
12from Economics 2001, 2011, 2101, 2111
12from Economics 4001, 4011, 4700, 4801, 4811, 4821, 4990
12from Economics at the 3/4000 level
12from Commerce or Economics at the 3/4000 level

Note: the regulation requiring a Minor is waived for students pursuing Honours in Economics

11.5.12 Major from Other Disciplines

Students who, in lieu of 11.5.7, complete a Major in a non-Commerce discipline as listed in 11.2.13 and 11.3.16 will have the Major recorded on their transcript. No more than 24 credits can be counted in common between the major and the courses counted in 11.5.5 and 11.5.6. Where there are more than 24 credits of requirements in common, the credit value of the combined program requirements will still be at least 105 credits. Students who satisfy the requirements for a Specially Approved Major (see 11.2.12) will have that Major recorded on their transcript.

11.5.13 Transferring to Commerce

Students with second year standing applying for transfer into the Bachelor of Commerce program must do so by APRIL 15 in the year in which they will have completed at least 54 credits. Exceptions must be approved by the Head of the Commerce Department. To be eligible to transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce, students must meet the following two criteria:

  1. the attainment of a CGPA of at least 2.0

  2. completion of the following 27 credits:

    12 credits from Mathematics 1111 or MATH 1151, Economics 1001 and 1011, 3 credits in Computer Science

    15 credits from Commerce 2101, 2131, 2201, 2301, 6 credits from Mathematics 2311 and 2321 OR Psychology 2001 and 2011

11.6 Bachelor of Music

The Department of Music offers instruction leading to both the Bachelor of Music degree (B.Mus.) and the Bachelor of Arts in Music. The former is professionally oriented, whereas the latter (B.A. Major or Honours in Music) is designed for the student with a more general interest in music. A Minor in Music is available to students in any program. The Bachelor of Music degree is offered without designated majors, and allows the student considerable latitude to put emphasis on any of the subject areas: Music Theory and Composition; Music History and Literature; Music Education and Performance. It is designed to develop well-rounded musicians in practical, theoretical, and historical areas, as well as to provide a sound education in the liberal arts. This versatility of approach is in keeping with the wide-ranging demands which are placed on the musician of today.

11.6.1 Financial Assistance

Students applying for studies in Music are eligible for University general entrance scholarships in addition to those specifically established for students in Music. For detailed information, refer to Section 5, Financial Assistance.

11.6.2 Entrance Requirements for the Bachelor of Music Degree

  1. Each prospective student must meet the general admission requirements of Mount Allison.

  2. In addition, all prospective Bachelor of Music students must appear for an audition-interview as part of the application for admission. See the Department's website for detailed audition requirements for each instrument. Vocalists and instrumentalists may either provide their own pianist or have one provided by the University for a nominal fee. In addition, each applicant will be asked to write a one-hour Entrance Assessment. This Assessment is designed to reflect the applicant's background and perception in aural skills, written theory, and musical terms, and will determine placement in either MUSC 1001 or 1101. If the applicant cannot arrange to come to Sackville for a personal audition, an audition recording may be sent directly to the Department of Music, and an Entrance Assessment will be sent upon request to the applicant's teacher to be administered by him or her.

  3. Prospective students should see the Department's website or contact the Department of Music directly for information about audition dates.

11.6.3 Requirements for Bachelor of Music Degree

In order to qualify for a Bachelor of Music Degree, a student must complete 120 credits including:

  1. 58 credits from the following required core:

    1. 48 credits from MUSC 1101, 1111, 1201, 1211, 1703, 2101, 2111, 2201, 2211, 2703 and MUSC 1501, 1511, 2501, 2511, 3501, 4501

    2. 3 credits from MUSC 3511, 3581; and 3 credits from MUSC 4511, 4581, 4591

    3. 4 credits from MUSC 1619-4619, 1639-4639, 1659-4659, 1669-4669, 2679-4679

  2. 33-36 credits from the following Music electives:

    1. Theory and Composition (MUSC 2141, 2151, 3121, 3141, 3151, 3161, 4181)

    2. Music History and Literature (MUSC 2021, 3001, 3201, 3221, 3231, 3261, 3271, 3281, 4221)

    3. Music Education (MUSC 3301, 3311, 3321, 3331, 3341, 3351, 4311, 4361)

    4. Performance Electives (MUSC 1521, 1601, 2603, 2613, 3401, 3411, 3421, 3603, 3613, 4603, 4613, and MUSC 1619-4619, 1629-4629, 1639-4639, 1649-4649, 1659-4659, 1669-4669, 2679-4679, 1689-4689)

    5. General Music Electives (MUSC 1991, 2991, 3991, 4991, 4951; these courses may be repeated if topics differ); COMM 3271, 4301; PHYS 1401

  3. 27-30 non-Music electives

Note:  All piano and organ students registered for MUSC 1501 must also take MUSC 1601.

Note:  All voice students must complete MUSC 1521 in the course of their degree. It is recommended that this course be completed within the first two years of study.

Note:  Students who choose to take zero, one, or three ensembles as part of their Music electives will have to complete a total of 121 credits to qualify for their Bachelor of Music degree.

Note:  Performance Electives may be offered in one term only or over two terms. Please consult the timetable for specific information.

Note:  COMM 3271, 4301, and PHYS 1401 may be used toward the degree either as general music electives or as non-Music electives.

11.6.4 Music Ensembles

All B.Mus. students must participate in a core ensemble during every year in which they are registered for an Applied Music or Recital course. The core ensemble will normally be determined by the Applied Music instructor in consultation with the student and the Ensemble Directors, and will be chosen to suit the student's interests and developmental needs, and the requirements of the ensemble program. All music ensembles run for two terms and are valued at one credit per year of participation. B.Mus. students may complete up to three elective ensemble credits in addition to their required core ensemble credits, for a maximum of seven on their degree. Students in all other degree programs are eligible to complete up to six credits on their degree through ensemble participation.

The following may be taken for core ensemble credit; they may additionally be taken for elective credit: 1619-4619 Wind Ensemble; 1639-4639 Symphonic Band; 1659-4659 Elliott Chorale; 1669-4669 Choral Society; 2679-4679 Opera Workshop (not open to first-year students). The following may only be taken for elective ensemble credit: 1629-4629 Chamber Orchestra; 1649-4649 Jazz Ensemble; 1689-4689 Special Ensemble. All ensembles are valued at 1 credit per year of participation.

Attendance and prompt arrival at all ensemble rehearsals and participation in all public performances are mandatory unless prior consent of the Director of the ensemble has been obtained. Preparedness for and active participation in rehearsals and performances, as well as regular attendance, are principal factors in the determination of the grade that the student will receive. The details of the application of this policy will be provided by Ensemble Directors at the beginning of each academic year.

11.6.5 Recitals

In addition to performing in Collegium programs, qualified students are given the opportunity to present credited full-length and shared solo recitals. These courses replace 3rd and 4th year applied courses as follows:

MUSC 3511 is replaced by MUSC 3581

MUSC 4511 is replaced by either MUSC 4581 or MUSC 4591

To be eligible to present a shared recital (MUSC 3581 and 4581), a student must be recommended by his/her Applied Music instructor; must normally have achieved a grade of at least A- in MUSC 2511 or 3511; must have participated in two Collegia, or the equivalent, since enrolling in the Bachelor of Music program; and must pass a Recital Application Jury.

To be eligible to present a full recital (MUSC 4591), a student must be recommended by his/her Applied Music instructor; must normally have achieved a grade of at least A- in MUSC 3581; and must pass a Recital Application Jury.

11.7 Bachelor of Fine Arts

The Department of Fine Arts, located in the Gairdner Fine Arts Building, offers a unique opportunity for professional training in the Fine Arts in conjunction with all the benefits of a university campus. These include the stimulus of a broad intellectual environment, the facilities of a good library and a balanced program of social activities.

11.7.1 The Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

The curriculum in Fine Arts leading to the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts is primarily intended to develop creative ability in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The major part of the program consists of studio work, and includes instruction in the principles of design and the use of various media. In addition to the studio classes, attention is given to the artist's heritage through illustrated lectures and seminar courses in art history which are designed to improve the student's artistic judgement and assist in acquiring an ability to write and speak about works of art. Academic electives, which are chosen in consultation with the Fine Arts Department, are taken in other departments of the University. They are included in the curriculum with the aim of widening the student's understanding of the world, in the belief that the artist's domain pertains to all aspects of human endeavour.

11.7.2 Additional Admission Requirements

Each prospective student must meet the regular admission requirements of the University. While the course is designed so that it assumes no previous training on the part of the new student, applicants must give evidence of their suitability for work in this specialized field. Applicants are required to present a portfolio of their previous art work for assessment prior to admission to this program. Instructions for the submission of this portfolio will be sent to all applicants for admission to the program or can be found on the Fine Arts website. All portfolios are reviewed each year in February and late portfolios cannot be considered. Only a limited number of students can be accepted to the program.

11.7.3 Advanced Status

A student may be admitted to the second year of the program provided full entrance requirements are met and if the applicant presents evidence of having satisfactorily completed work, academic and artistic, equivalent to the prescribed work of the first year.

11.7.4 Requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

The Bachelor of Fine Arts is a four-year, 120-credit degree. The program is designed with maximum flexibility to allow student growth within various studio art study fields. The common first year of the program is followed in years two to four by various studio art options.

  1. A student who fails any studio course will not be allowed to take further courses in that studio area until the failed course is completed satisfactorily.

  2. In either the third or fourth year of the program students are required to travel to a major North American art centre (e.g. Boston, New York, Montreal/Ottawa), in the company of one or more professors, as part of a class field trip for the purpose of study and research at art museums and galleries.

Year One:

  1. 18 Studio Art credits - Fine Arts 1101, 1111, 1901, 1911, 1921, and 1931

  2. 6 credits from FINA 2001, FINA 2011, FINH 2001, FINH 2011, FINH 2101, FINH 2111

  3. 6 credits from outside of Fine Arts

Year Two:

  1. Fine Arts 2101 and 2111

  2. 12 additional studio credits selected from Fine Arts 2201, 2211, 2301, 2311, 2401, 2411, 2501, 2511

  3. 6 credits from 3/4000 level Fine Arts History courses or from Classics 3601, 3611, 3701 or 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401

  4. 6 credits from outside of Fine Arts (Classics 3601, 3611, 3701 or 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401 excluded)

Year Three:

  1. 15 studio credits from Fine Arts 3101, 3111, 3201, 3211, 3301, 3311, 3401, 3411, 3501, 3511, 3601, 3611

  2. Fine Arts 3701 - Third Year Seminar

  3. 6 credits from 3/4000 level Fine Arts History courses or from Classics 3601, 3611, 3701, 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401

  4. 6 credits from outside of Fine Arts (Classics 3601, 3611, 3701, 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401 excluded)

Year Four:

  1. 12 studio credits - Fine Arts 4801, 4811, 4821, 4831 and 3 additional credits from 2/3000 level studio courses

  2. Fine Arts 4701 - Fourth Year Seminar

  3. 6 credits from 3/4000 level Fine Arts History courses or from Classics 3601, 3611, 3701, 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401

  4. 6 credits from outside of Fine Arts (Classics 3601, 3611, 3701, 3711, English 3621, French 2801, German 2701, History 4001, Philosophy 2401 excluded)

11.7.5 Entrance Scholarship

The E.B. Pulford Scholarship is normally awarded to the top incoming B.F.A. student, based on portfolio assessments.

11.8 Certificate of Bilingualism

Mount Allison students who can demonstrate a high level of competence in both of Canada's official languages may qualify for a Certificate of Bilingualism. The Certificate, which is awarded upon graduation, attests to the student's ability to speak, understand, and write English and French with ease and proficiency. The formal recognition afforded by the Certificate could prove particularly valuable to graduates seeking employment in the many business and government careers where knowledge of both French and English is a requirement or an asset. Any student may apply to be examined for the Certificate, whether or not she or he has taken French or English courses at Mount Allison. The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures administers the Certificate program and any inquiries should be directed to the Department.

11.8.1 Information and Regulations

Candidates may be of any linguistic background. Candidates must make formal application to take the tests no later than the end of the first term of their final year. Candidates will be examined in both French and English in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The examinations are comprehensive, and may include writing letters and essays or translations; reading literary or other complex texts; and conversation or oral discussion. There is no prescribed sequence of courses in either language leading to the examination for the Certificate. Candidates are invited to profit from the many possibilities offered by the University to improve their language skills.

11.8.2 Standards

Candidates must demonstrate their ability in both languages to:

  1. follow and understand broadcasts, films and lectures,

  2. understand the main ideas of a complex text (book, article, report) without using a dictionary, and also to understand such a text thoroughly in a reasonable amount of time with the use of a dictionary,

  3. write a letter or report that is free of grammatical and stylistic errors,

  4. participate in conversation by expressing complex ideas, developing an argument, and answering questions.

11.9 Certificat De Bilinguisme

Les étudiants de Mount Allison capables de montrer qu'ils possèdent une bonne connaissance des deux langues officielles du Canada peuvent se présenter au concours du Certificat de bilinguisme. Ce certificat décerné lors de la remise des diplômes, fait foi que les étudiants ont démontré leur capacité de lire, d'écrire, de parler et de comprendre le français et l'anglais avec facilitié et correction. L'attestation officielle que représente le Certificat pourrait s'avérer utile aux diplômés se proposant de poursuivre une carrière dans la fonction publique ou dans les affaires, où la connaissance de l'anglais et du français est exigée ou souhaitable. Tous les étudiants peuvent s'inscrire au concours, qu'ils aient suivi ou non des cours de français ou d'anglais à Mount Allison. Les candidats sont invités à s'adresser au Département de langues et littératures modernes, qui administre le Certificat de bilinguisme.

11.9.1 Renseignements

Le concours est ouvert à tous les étudiants, quelle que soit leur langue maternelle. Les candidats sont priés de s'inscrire au concours au plus tard en décembre de leur année terminale à Mount Allison. Tous les candidats devront passer un examen qui consistera à écouter, parler, lire et écrire en français et en anglais. Il s'agit d'un examen d'ensemble, qui pourra comprendre la rédaction de lettres, d'essais ou de traductions; la lecture de textes littéraires ou techniques; et la participation à une conversation ou à une discussion. La préparation du Certificat n'est sujette à aucune série préétablie de cours. Les candidats sont toutefois encouragés à profiter des nombreuses possibilitiés dont on dispose à Mount Allison pour l'acquisition des deux langues officielles du Canada.

11.9.2 Niveaux Requis

Les candidats doivent démontrer, dans les deux langues, qu'ils sont capables:

  1. de suivre et de comprendre des émissions radiophoniques, des films, des conférences,

  2. de comprendre sans dictionnaire, les idées principales d'un texte complexe (livre, article, compte rendu); et de comprendre à fond le même genre de texte avec l'aide d'un dictionnaire dans une période de temps raisonnable,

  3. d'écrire une lettre ou un compte-rendu sans fautes de grammaire et sans erreurs de style,

  4. de prendre part à une conversation en exprimant des idées complexes, en élaborant et en développant un raisonnement, et en répondant à des questions.

11.10 Pre-Professional Requirements

A degree from Mount Allison, or a few carefully selected courses or electives as part of a Mount Allison degree, may permit a student admission to a professional program. Some of these programs include medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, law, education, theology, social work, audiology and speech, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, optometry, architecture and nutritional programs as well as many others. These professional programs may be accessed upon successful completion of courses and/or a degree from Mount Allison and in combination with other requirements as appropriate (e.g. LSAT, MCAT, GRE, etc.). All students contemplating applying to professional programs should consult the academic calendars of the schools involved carefully and should be aware of any standardized tests required. Interested students should consult the Academic and Career Counsellor for advice on course selection and the process to enter these professional programs after their undergraduate career at Mount Allison.

11.11 International Programs

11.11.1 Study Abroad and Exchange Programs

Students can add an international dimension to their university degree by participating in one of Mount Allison's many study-abroad and exchange programs. Most programs allow qualified students to complete a period of study at/through a partner institution for which students can be assessed for transfer of credit. To be considered for participation in one of these programs, students must be in Good Standing. In most cases, selection of participants is competitive and preference is given to students who have a GPA of at least 2.5 and who will be in their third year of study while away from Mount Allison. Some programs have further specific criteria (such as language requirements). Students are encouraged to consult with staff in the International Centre for more information about programs, requirements, and application procedures.

Mount Allison currently has partnerships with:

Bilkent University, Turkey
Bowling Green State University, USA
City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China)
Eberhard-Karls-Universität (Tübingen), Germany
Fudan University, China
Georgia Southern University, USA
The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
Killam Fellowship, USA
Kwansei Gakuin University, Japan
Mid Sweden University, Sweden
Norwegian School of Management and Norwegian School of Marketing, Norway
University of Otago, New Zealand
Phillips Universität Marburg, Germany
Senshu University, Japan
Universidad de Extremadura, Spain
University of Limerick, Ireland
University of Newcastle, Australia
University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
Université de Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
University of Stirling, Scotland
University of Tasmania, Australia
Waseda University, Japan

Mount Allison also offers the following short-term study-abroad programs

Cross-Cultural College, Japan (in partnership with Queen's, University of Toronto, and KGU)
Summer Studies in India Program
Paris Summer Field School
Seville Summer Field School
Archaeological Field Studies at San Felice (Italy)
Washington Center for Academic Internships, Washington, D.C.

11.11.2 MASSIE PROGRAM

The MASSIE Program (Mount Allison Semester Studies in English) offers an on-campus, full-immersion language experience for visiting students from partner universities. It allows students the opportunity to live and study in an English environment for one semester or less and receive academic credit at their home university. Students live in residence, are matched with Mount Allison conversation partners, and are fully integrated into all aspects of campus life. Students in the MASSIE program follow a specialized English curriculum that creates a rich learning environment so that their knowledge of English, their fluency in using English and their confidence in their ability to function in another language and society are all strengthened. Field trips and activities serve to introduce students to the history, culture and geography of Atlantic Canada. A volunteer component provides participants and community members with opportunities for hands-on learning and cross-cultural connections. Since the program's beginning in 2000, the program has had more than 1000 participants from Japan and has had over 1000 Mount Allison students as volunteers for the program. The MASSIE program has three sessions: summer, fall and winter. The summer and fall MASSIE programs are 15 week, full semester programs. The winter program is an intensive 6-week session that currently receives student from two partner universities: Toyo-Eiwa University and Kwansei Gakuin University.

11.11.3 Academic Credit for Independent Experiential Learning

Academic credit may be awarded for certain forms of independent experiential learning subject to the criteria listed below and with the approval of the appropriate committee. Normally, three credits per experience (to a maximum of 6 credits) may be assigned to an independent experiential learning course (EXPL 3/4000/01) as recommended by the course supervisor and approved by the Experiential Learning Committee. A letter grade will be assessed for the credit. A maximum of 6 credits may be included in a student's degree from this mechanism. Normally, students must have third year standing at the time of course approval and may not gain additional academic credit under this regulation where credit has been assigned as part of an existing Mount Allison course. Credit obtained from the independent experiential learning cannot be used to fulfill distribution requirements.

To be eligible for academic credit, the independent experiential learning must satisfy the following criteria:

  1. the experience is provided through an organization or institution which supports open inquiry and intellectual freedom,

  2. two months prior to the experience, the student must consult with an appropriate faculty supervisor and forward a study plan (see below, section c) to the Experiential Learning Committee for approval. The Chair of the Experiential Learning Committee will confirm the decision with the Registrar, including the course to which credit will be assigned,

  3. the study plan submitted to the faculty supervisor and the Experiential Learning Committee must contain:

    1. a brief description of the intended experiential learning, including beginning and ending dates;

    2. an overview of the sponsoring organization and supporting documentation on the particular program, including a letter of acceptance noting the student's involvement, where appropriate;

    3. a description of any academic components required before or during the program (such as public seminars, pre-departure sessions, academic or cultural preparation); and

    4. a plan for the academic evaluation of the experience that demonstrates its contribution to the student's scholarly development. The study plan must include an analytical assignment which forms the basis for the assigning of academic credit. All elements of the study plan are to be completed before credit will be assigned,

  4. the requirements of the University’s policy on liability for student travel must be met,

  5. following the experience, the student shall request that a letter from the director/co-ordinator of the experience or program be submitted to the faculty supervisor confirming that the student completed the experiential learning program successfully.

EXPL 3/4000 (6.00)
INDEPENDENT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Prereq: Normally third-year standing at the time of approval under regulation 11.11.3
This is a university-wide course that provides credit for academic analysis of independent experiential learning. Normally a student may earn three credits (and up to six credits) per experience (to a maximum of six credits in a student's degree program) based on an independent experiential learning program evaluated under regulation 11.11.3.

EXPL 3/4001 (3.00)
INDEPENDENT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Prereq: Normally third-year standing at the time of approval under regulation 11.11.3
This is a university-wide course that provides credit for academic analysis of independent experiential learning. Normally a student may earn three credits (and up to six credits) per experience (to a maximum of six credits in a student's degree program) based on an independent experiential learning program evaluated under regulation 11.11.3.