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A PDF version of the 2009-2010 Academic Calendar is available here.

1. Welcome to Mount Allison University
2. Glossary of Academic Terms and Calendar of Events

Definitions
Calendar of Events 2009-2010
Provisional Calendar of Events 2010-2011 (subject to change)

3. Admission

3.1. Contact Information
3.2. Admission to the University
3.3. Minimum General Admission Requirements
3.4. Additional Admission Requirements
3.5. Notes on Entry to First-Year Courses
3.6. Requirements for Non-Canadian Education Systems
3.7. English Requirements
3.8. Mature Students
3.9. Admission with Advanced Standing
3.10. Transfer Students
3.11. Visiting Students
3.12. Exchange Students
3.13. Special Circumstances
3.14. Graduate Studies

4. Fees

4.1. Fees and Expenses
4.2. Deposits for Full-Time Students
4.3. Payment of Fees
4.4. Late Fees and Interest Charges
4.5. Withdrawals and Student Accounts

5. Financial Assistance

5.1. Scholarships
5.2. Bursaries
5.3. Pre-Theological Bursaries
5.4. Special Summer Research Scholarships
5.5. The Donald A. Cameron Student Loan Fund

6. Academic Regulations

6.1. Registration Procedures
6.2. Changes in Registration/Programs (Fall and Winter terms)
6.3. Withdrawal from University
6.4. Advanced Placement
6.5. Transfer Credits
6.6. Degree Requirements
6.7. Degree with Distinction Requirements
6.8. Honours Degree Requirements
6.9. Second Undergraduate Degree Requirements
6.10. Honours Certificate
6.11. Grading System
6.12. Standards of Performance
6.13. Academic Offences
6.14. Missed Coursework or Tests
6.15. Examination Regulations
6.16. Continuous Learning
6.17. Transcripts
6.18. Replacement/Duplicate Diplomas
6.19. Graduation/Convocation
6.20. Notification of Disclosure of Personal Information to Statistics Canada
6.21. Email Communication

7. Academic Programs

7.1. B.A. and B. Sc. General Regulations
7.2. Bachelor of Arts
7.3. Bachelor of Science
7.4. Master of Science
7.5. Bachelor of Commerce
7.6. Bachelor of Music
7.7. Bachelor of Fine Arts
7.8. Certificate of Bilingualism
7.9. Certificat De Bilinguisme
7.10. Pre-Professional Requirements
7.11. International Programs

8. Continuous Learning

8.1. Miramichi First Year at Home Program
8.2. Moncton Program
8.3. Correspondence Program
8.4. Spring/Summer Term Courses
8.5. Seminars and Workshops
8.6. Fees
8.7. Financial Aid
8.8. Courses Through Continuous Learning as Part of a Normal Course Load
8.9. Overload Courses Through Continuous Learning
8.10. Deadlines and Extensions for Correspondence Courses
8.11. Withdrawal from Correspondence Courses
8.12. Withdrawal from Spring/Summer Term Courses (non-correspondence)
8.13. Contact Information

9. Programs and Courses of Instruction

American Studies
Anthropology
Art History
Aviation
Biochemistry
Biology
Canadian Public Policy
Canadian Studies
Chemistry
Classics
Cognitive Science
Commerce/Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies
Computer Science
Drama Studies
Economics
English Literatures
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Fine Arts
French Studies
Geography
Geography and Environment
German Studies
Greek
Hispanic Studies
History
International Economics and Business
International Relations
Japanese Studies
Latin
Linguistics
Mathematics
Modern Languages and Literatures
Music
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Science
Sociology
Sociology / Anthropology
Spanish Studies
Women's Studies

10. Co-Curricular Life

10.1. The Student Union
10.2. The Argosy Weekly
10.3. CHMA FM
10.4. Garnet and Gold Society
10.5. Windsor Theatre
10.6. Student Entertainment Office
10.7. Residence Council
10.8. The Tantramarsh Club
10.9. Student Employment
10.10. Accommodation
10.11. Department of Physical Recreation and Athletics
10.12. Religious Life on Campus
10.13. Student Life
10.14. Student Life Resources
10.15. Services for Students With Disabilities

11. General Information

11.1. The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives
11.2. The Libraries' Endowment Funds
11.3. The Mount Allison Federated Alumni, Inc.
11.4. Computer Facilities
11.5. Mount Allison University Bookstore
11.6. Banking Services
11.7. Performing Arts Series

12. Personnel

12.1. Officers of the University
12.2. The Regents of Mount Allison
12.3. The Senate of Mount Allison
12.4. Officers of Administration
12.5. Chancellors Emeriti
12.6. Presidents Emeriti
12.7. Registrars Emeriti
12.8. Professors Emeriti
12.9. Librarians Emeriti
12.10. Academic Staff
12.11. Meighen Centre for Learning Assistance and Research
12.12. Student Life
12.13. Department of Physical Recreation and Athletics

Appendix

1. Lectureships, Trusts and Fellowships
2. Endowed Chairs
3. Faculty Awards
4. Scholarships
5. Bursaries
6. Pre-Theological Funds
7. Prizes

Index

7 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.

7.0 Course Numbering and Credit Values
7.1 General Regulations
7.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree
7.3 Bachelor of Science Degree
7.4 Master of Science Degree
7.5 Bachelor of Commerce Degree
7.6 Bachelor of Music Degree
7.7 Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
7.8 Certificate of Bilingualism
7.9 Certificat de bilinguisme
7.10 Pre-Professional Requirements
7.11 International Programs

7.0 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.

7.1 B.A. and B. Sc. General Regulations

7.1.1 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 7.2.2 and 7.3.2)

  3. A specified minimum number of credits earned at an advanced level must be included. (see 7.2.3 and 7.3.5)

  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 7.2.12, 7.2.17, 7.3.15 and 7.3.20)

7.1.2 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.

7.2 Bachelor of Arts

7.2.1 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 7.2.2

  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 7.2.4, 7.2.6, 7.2.7, 7.2.8, 7.2.12, and 7.2.17)

7.2.2 Distribution Requirements

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

Arts and Letters
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 Studies
Social Sciences
Anthropology
Commerce
Economics
Geography and Environment (GENV)
International Relations
Political Science
Sociology
Women's 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 Studies (WOST) courses can be applied to meet the distribution requirements for either Humanities or Social Sciences, or a combination of those two disciplines.

7.2.3 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.

7.2.4 Credits Required for a Major and Minor

The credits required for a B.A. include those required for a Major [see list under 7.2.13], plus the credits required for a Minor from any other program [see lists under 7.2.18 and 7.3.21]. 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 7.2.4 is the usual means of achieving a B.A. degree, other combinations are possible, as outlined in 7.2.5 through 7.2.8.

7.2.5 Additional Minor

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

7.2.6 Double Major

Students who (in lieu of the Minor required in 7.2.4) satisfy the requirements for a second Major from any other program [see lists under 7.2.13 and 7.3.16], 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.

7.2.7 Honours Degree

Students who (in lieu of 7.2.4) satisfy the requirements for an Honours degree [see 7.2.19] will have achieved a B.A. with Honours, and will have the Honours program recorded on their transcript.

7.2.8 General Degree with Three Minors

Students who (in lieu of 7.2.4) satisfy the requirements for three Minors [see 7.2.14] 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 7.2.3 must still be fulfilled.

7.2.9 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 7.2.4, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Major listed in 7.2.13, according to one of the options outlined in 7.2.10 through 7.2.12

7.2.10 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.

7.2.11 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.

7.2.12 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.

7.2.13 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
Sociology/Anthropology

7.2.14 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 7.2.4, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Minors listed in 7.2.18, (or under 7.3.21) according to one of the options outlined in 7.2.15 through 7.2.17.

7.2.15 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.

7.2.16 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.

7.2.17 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.

7.2.18 Minors Available for the B.A.

For the B.A., the following Minors are available along with those listed under section 7.3.21. 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
Japanese Studies
Women's Studies

7.2.19 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 7.2.4 and 7.2.7), although any student who completes a Minor from another discipline or program, will have this Minor recorded on his or her transcript. Academic regulation 6.8 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.

7.2.20 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 7.2.2 and 7.2.3. 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 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
Sociology/Anthropology

7.3 Bachelor of Science

7.3.1 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 7.3.2

  2. 6 credits must be earned in Chemistry, 6 credits in Mathematics or Computer Science, 6 credits in Physics as outlined in 7.3.3

  3. 72 Science credits of which a minimum of 30 credits must be from Science courses at the 3/4000 level (see 7.3.4 and 7.3.5)

  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 7.3.6, 7.3.8, 7.3.9, 7.3.10, 7.3.15 and 7.3.20.)

7.3.2 Distribution Requirements

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

Arts and Letters
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 Studies
Social Sciences
Anthropology
Commerce
Economics
Geography and Environment (GENV)
International Relations
Political Science
Sociology
Women's 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 Studies (WOST) courses can be applied to meet the distribution requirements for either Humanities or Social Science, or a combination of those two disciplines.

7.3.3 Additional B.Sc. Requirements

Six credits must be earned in Chemistry, six credits in Mathematics or Computer Science, six credits in Physics as follows:

  1. Chemistry: 6 credits from CHEM 1001,1021

  2. Mathematics/Computer Science: 3 credits from MATH 1111 and 3 additional credits from MATH 1121, 1131, 1251, 2211, 2221, 2311, COMP 1631

  3. Physics: 3 credits from Physics 1051, and 3 additional credits from Physics 1551, 3521

Note: Students may count for credit towards a degree a maximum of 6 credits from BIOL 2701, GENS 2431, MATH 2311, and PSYC 2001.

Students' choices should be made according to their Major or Honours requirements. Students having advanced placement should consult with the appropriate department regarding substitution for any of the courses listed above.

7.3.4 Minimum Number of Science Credits

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

7.3.5 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.

7.3.6 Credits Required for a Major and Minor

The credits required for a B.Sc. include those required for a Major [see list under 7.3.16], plus the credits required for a Minor from any other program [see lists under 7.3.21 and 7.2.18]. 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 7.3.6 is the usual means of achieving a B.Sc., other combinations are possible, as outlined in 7.3.7 through 7.3.10..

7.3.7 Additional Minor

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

7.3.8 Double Major

Students who (in lieu of the Minor required in 7.3.6) satisfy the requirements for a second Major from any other program [see lists under 7.3.16 and 7.2.13] 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.

7.3.9 Honours Degree

Students who (in lieu of 7.3.6) satisfy the requirements for an Honours degree [see 7.3.22] will have achieved a B.Sc. with Honours, and will have the Honours program recorded on their transcript.

7.3.10 General Degree with Three Minors

Students who (in lieu of 7.3.6) satisfy the requirements for three Minors, at least two of which must be in Science (see 7.3.17) 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 7.3.4 and 7.3.5 must still be fulfilled.

7.3.11 Courses which Qualify as Science Credits

For purposes of Regulation 7.3.4 and 7.3.5 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, GENS 1401, 2411, 2421, 2431, 2441, 3401, 3411, 3421, 3451, 4411, 4421, 4950, 4951, 4990, PHIL 2511, 3511.

Note: Commerce, Economics and Philosophy courses listed here cannot be used to fulfill Science distribution requirements in 7.2.2 and 7.3.2.

7.3.12 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 7.3.6, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Major in Science listed in 7.3.16, according to one of the options outlined in 7.3.13 through 7.3.15.

7.3.13 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 7.3.3.

7.3.14 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.

7.3.15 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.

7.3.16 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

7.3.17 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 7.3.6, this requirement can be satisfied by completing the courses specified in any one of the named Minors listed in 7.3.21 (or under 7.2.18), according to one of the options outlined in 7.3.18 through 7.3.20.

7.3.18 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.

7.3.19 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.

7.3.20 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.

7.3.21 Minors Available for the B.Sc.

For the B.Sc., the following Minors are available along with those listed under 7.2.18. 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
Environmental Science
Geographic Information Systems

7.3.22 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 7.3.6 and 7.3.9), although any student who completes a Minor from another discipline or program will have this Minor recorded on his or her transcript. Academic regulation 6.8 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.

7.3.23 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 7.3.2 through 7.3.5. 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

7.4 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.

7.4.1 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.

7.4.2 Minimum Admission Requirements

  1. An Honours Bachelor's degree 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

In situations where the candidate is close to fulfilling requirement (a), the Committee may admit the student to a qualifying year. In this case, the Department concerned will be asked by the Committee to suggest a course of study that will fulfill requirement (a) and that will build sufficient strength of background to carry on work at the graduate level. A passing grade must be obtained in each of these courses as well as a minimum overall Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0. Students completing qualifying courses will register as special students and are not graduate students while pursuing these studies. They will be admitted to graduate studies when the committee decides that the qualifying conditions have been fulfilled.

7.4.3 Time Required

The minimum time required to complete graduate studies is one full year (two years is the normal situation). The program of study must be completed within five years.

7.4.4 Course and Thesis Requirements

All candidates must complete a minimum of two to a maximum of four 3 credit graduate courses as determined by the supervisory committee; a research program and a thesis based on this research; and participate in the departmental seminar series as determined by the supervisor. The format of the written thesis will follow the rules for the Honours thesis. Copies of the thesis must be made available to the members of the candidate's Supervisory Committee three weeks prior to public presentation.

7.4.5 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.

7.4.6 Supervisory Committee

A committee of three will be appointed for each candidate by the Committee on Graduate Studies 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. 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 Committee on Graduate Studies. A grade of 'Pass' or 'Fail' will be assessed for the thesis and its defence by the candidate's committee. (The Chair of the Committee on Graduate Studies 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 one year to meet these conditions.

7.4.7 Special Departmental Regulations

In addition to the above regulations, each department may have special requirements as to language, necessary qualifying or complementary courses, etc. Information about such matters may be obtained from the heads of departments or may appear elsewhere in the Calendar under the departmental list of courses.

7.4.8 Application Procedure

Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a set of official transcripts, and arrange to have two letters of reference forwarded to the Chair of the Committee on Graduate Studies. It is recommended that applicants also contact individual faculty members about the possibility of carrying on advanced study and research with them.

7.4.9 Master of Science Course Listing

MSCI 5101/5201/5301/5401 (3CR)
GRADUATE STUDIES I
Format: Independent Study
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Department

MSCI 5111/5211/5311/5411 (3CR)
GRADUATE STUDIES II
Format: Independent Study
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Department

MSCI 5121/5221/5321/5421 (3CR)
GRADUATE STUDIES III
Format: Independent Study
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Department

MSCI 5131/5231/5331/5431 (3CR)
GRADUATE STUDIES IV
Format: Independent Study
Prereq: Registration in the M.Sc. program and permission of the Department

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

7.5 Bachelor of Commerce

7.5.1 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.

7.5.2 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 7.5.3)

  2. A minimum of 42 credits from the 3/4000 level (see 7.5.4)

  3. 42 credits from the Commerce Degree Core Program requirements as listed in 7.5.5

  4. 27 additional Commerce elective credits, with at least 24 credits from 3/4000 level courses (see 7.5.6)

  5. Courses which satisfy the requirements of a Minor (see 7.5.7) Note: this requirement is waived for students pursuing Honours in Economics

  6. Elective credits with no more than 9 from Commerce courses (see 7.5.8)

7.5.3 Distribution Requirements

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

Arts and Letters
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 Studies

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

7.5.4 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.

7.5.5 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
6credits from Economics 1001 and 1011
3credits in Computer Science
6credits from Mathematics 2311 and 2321
OR Mathematics 2311 and Economics 2701
OR Psychology 2001 and 2011

7.5.6 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 7.5.5), as well as the following courses from other disciplines may also be counted as Commerce electives: Economics 2521, 3201, 3211, 3301, 3601, 3711, 3921, 4501, 4511, 4700, 4801, 4811, 4821, 4990, Computer Science 3851, and Religious Studies 3951, 3961.

7.5.7 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 7.2.17). No more than 9 credits can be counted in common between the Minor and the courses counted in 7.5.5 and 7.5.6. 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 Studies
Interdisciplinary
American Studies
Canadian Studies
Drama
Environmental Studies
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
International Economics and Business
Japanese Studies

7.5.8 Elective Credits

The remaining credits beyond those completed to fulfill 7.5.3, 7.5.5, 7.5.6 and 7.5.7 may be from any discipline. No more than 9 credits, or 12 credits with COMM 1011, beyond those included in 7.5.5 and 7.5.6 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.)

7.5.9 Honours Programs Available for the Bachelor of Commerce

Students who satisfy the requirements for an Honours program [see section 7.5.10, 7.5.11] 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 6.8 governing the granting of Honours should be consulted. In addition to the prescribed Honours courses listed in 7.5.10 and 7.5.11, students must fulfill the general requirements for a Bachelor of Commerce degree as listed in 7.5.2. a), b), e), and f).

7.5.10 Commerce with Honours

Honours in Commerce is 69 credits earned as follows:

42from the Commerce core requirements (see 7.5.5)
6from Commerce 4990
21from Commerce electives at the 3/4000 level

7.5.11 Commerce with Honours in Economics

Honours in Economics is 90 credits earned as follows:

42from the Commerce core requirements (see 7.5.5)
15from Economics 2001, 2011, 2101, 2111, 3501
12from Economics 4001, 4011, 4700, 4801, 4811, 4821 and 4990
9from 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

7.5.12 Major from Other Disciplines

Students who, in lieu of 7.5.7, complete a Major in a non-Commerce discipline as listed in 7.2.13 and 7.3.16 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 7.5.5 and 7.5.6. 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 7.2.12) will have that Major recorded on their transcript.

7.5.13 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, 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 Mathematics 2311 and Economics 2701 or Psychology 2001 and 2011

7.5.14 Certified Management Accounting Stream

The accreditation of the Mount Allison Bachelor of Commerce program by the Society of Management Accountants of Canada allows students who complete the courses prescribed for the Certified Management Accounting Stream to be exempted from the CMA entrance exam. These courses include COMM 2101, 2121, 2131, 2201, 2301, 2311, 3111, 3121, 3131, 3151, 3161, 3421, 3431, 3501, 4101, 4131, 4311, 4321, ECON 1001, 1011, and MATH 2311, 2321. This stream is described for information purposes. Completion of the CMA stream will not be noted on the degree or the transcript.

7.6 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.

7.6.1 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.

7.6.2 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 Music majors (B.Mus.) must appear for an audition-interview as part of the application for admission. Each B.Mus. applicant should be prepared to play three pieces from different style periods of Music. Vocalists and instrumentalists may either provide their own accompanist 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 skills, and musical terms, and will determine placement for Bachelor of Music and B.A. (Honours, Major or Minor) students in either MUSC 1001 or 1101. MUSC 1001/1011 cannot be used to fulfill the requirements for the Bachelor of Music Degree. 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 contact the Department of Music for information about audition dates.

7.6.3 Requirements for Bachelor of Music Degree

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

  1. 52 credits from the following required core:

    1. 42 credits from MUSC 1101, 1111, 1201, 1211, 2101, 2111, 2201, 2211 and MUSC 1501, 1511, 2501, 2511, 3501, 3511

      Note: all piano and organ students registered for MUSC 2501 must also take MUSC 2603

    2. 3 to 6 credits from MUSC 4501, 4511, 4581, 4591, 4601, 4611

      Note: If only 3 credits are earned here, 39 Music elective credits must be completed.

    3. 4 credits from MUSC 1629-4629, 1639-4639, 1659-4659, 1669-4669, 2679-4679

  2. 36-39 credits from the following Music electives:

    1. Theory and Composition (MUSC 2141, 2151, 3121, 3141, 3151, 3161, 4181, 4191)

    2. Music History and Literature (MUSC 2221, 2231, 3001, 3201, 3211, 3221, 3231, 4221)

      Note: MUSC 3211 and 4221 may be repeated if offered with a different topic

    3. Music Education (MUSC 3301, 3311, 3321, 3333, 3343, 4311, 4351, 4361)

    4. Performance Electives (MUSC 2521, 2603, 2613, 3401, 3411, 3421, 3603, 3613, 4603, 4613, and MUSC 1629-4629, 1639-4639, 1649-4649, 1659-4659, 1669-4669, 2679-4679, 1689-4689)

    5. General Elective (MUSC 4951; this course may be repeated if topic differs)

  3. 30-33 non-Music electives

    Note: Students may use these non-music electives to broaden their general knowledge or to develop a Minor area 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: Music Education and Performance Electives may be offered in one term only or over two terms. Please consult the timetable for specific information.

7.6.4 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: 1629-4629 Chamber Orchestra; 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: 1689-4689 Large Ensemble of Like Instruments; 1649-4649 Instrumental Jazz 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 mark 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.

7.6.5 Recitals

In addition to performing on Collegium programs, qualified students are given the opportunity of presenting full-length and shared solo recitals. Recitals may be credited or uncredited.

To be eligible to present an uncredited full or shared recital, a student must be recommended by his/her Applied Music teacher, must have achieved a grade of at least A- in MUSC 2511 (Applied Music IV), or 3511 (Applied Music VI), and must have participated in two Collegia or the equivalent, since enrolling in the Bachelor of Music program.

To be eligible to present a credited shared recital (MUSC 4581), a student must be recommended by his/her Applied Music teacher, must have achieved a grade of at least A- in MUSC 3511 (Applied Music VI), and must have participated in two Collegia, or the equivalent, since enrolling in the Bachelor of Music program and must pass a recital jury.

To be eligible to present a credited full recital (MUSC 4591), a student must be recommended by his/her Applied Music teacher, must have achieved a grade of at least A- in MUSC 3501 (Applied Music V), and must have presented at least one shared recital and must pass a recital jury.

7.7 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.

7.7.1 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.

7.7.2 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 early April and late portfolios cannot be considered. Only a limited number of students can be accepted to the program.

7.7.3 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.

7.7.4 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. Fine Arts 2001 and 2011

  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. Fine Arts 3101 - Intermediate Drawing I

  2. 12 additional studio credits from Fine Arts 3111, 3201, 3211, 3301, 3311, 3401, 3411, 3501, 3511, 3601, 3611

  3. Fine Arts 3701 - Third Year Seminar

  4. 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

  5. 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)

7.7.5 Entrance Scholarship

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

7.8 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.

7.8.1 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.

7.8.2 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.

7.9 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.

7.9.1 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.

7.9.2 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.

7.10 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.

7.11 International Programs

7.11.1 Study Abroad and Exchange Programs

Mount Allison has exchange and study abroad programs in several parts of the world and encourages participation in international experiences. Most programs allow qualified students to complete a period of study abroad for which students can be assessed for transfer of credit. To participate 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 3.0 and who will be in their third year of study while abroad. Some programs have further specific criteria (such as language requirements) and students are encouraged to consult with the listed program co-ordinator.

Mount Allison currently has partnerships with:

AustraLearn, study abroad opportunities at 32 universities in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji

Program Co-ordinator: Robert Summerby-Murray

Universidad Autonoma de Madrid, Spain

Program Co-ordinator: Juan Carlos Martinez

Copenhagen Business School, Denmark

Program Co-ordinator: Rosemary Polegato

Eberhard-Karls-Universität (Tübingen), Germany

Program Co-ordinator: Adam Christie

The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands

Program Co-ordinator: Nauman Farooqi

Killam Fellowship (tenable at a United States university)

Program Co-ordinator: Michael Fox

Kwansei Gakuin University, Japan

Program Co-ordinator: Tim Reiffenstein

Mid Sweden University, Sweden

Program Co-ordinator: Judith Doyle

North American Mobility Programs (with Wilfrid Laurier, Université de Moncton, Université Ste.-Anne; and Bowling Green State, Georgia Southern, Nicholls State, Central Arkansas, Universidad Veracruzana, Universidad de Sonora, Universidad de Colima, and Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan.

Program Co-ordinator: Robert Summerby-Murray

Norwegian School of Management and Norwegian School of Marketing, Norway

Program Co-ordinator: Nauman Farooqi

Ochanomizu University, Japan

Program Co-ordinator: Mohammad Ahmady

Queen's University - Herstmonceux Castle, United Kingdom

Program Co-ordinator: Robert Summerby-Murray

University of Otago, New Zealand

Program Co-ordinator: Robert Summerby-Murray

Phillips Universität Marburg, Germany

Program Co-ordinator: Will Wilson

The Shastri - Mount Allison Summer Program in India

Program Co-ordinator: Terrence Craig

University of Southern Denmark, Denmark

Program Co-ordinator: Robert Summerby-Murray

Université de Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France

Program Co-ordinator: Mark Lee

Washington Center for Academic Internships, Washington, D.C.

Program Co-ordinator: Tamara Small

Zhejiang University, China

Program Co-ordinator: Owen Griffiths

7.11.2 MASSIE PROGRAM

Mount Allison's MASSIE Program (Mount Allison Sophomore Semester in English) offers an on-campus, full-immersion language experience for students from Mount Allison's partner university in Japan. The Program was created to give 2nd year students from Kwansei Gakuin University (KGU) the opportunity to live and study in an English environment for one university term. Students live with Mount Allison roommates during the Fall term and with residence monitors during the Summer session. Students in both groups are paired with volunteers from campus and the community who act as English conversation partners. Since the program's beginning in 2000, over 550 KGU students and 950 Mount Allison students have been involved as participants and volunteers. Mount Allison and KGU enjoy a 22-year history of faculty and student exchanges.

7.11.3 Academic Credit for Independent International Experiential Learning

Academic credit may be awarded for certain forms of independent international experiential learning subject to the criteria listed below and with the approval of the appropriate Academic Dean. Examples of such international experiences and programs include, but are not limited to, projects managed through Leadership Mount Allison, the World University Service of Canada Seminar and Canada World Youth. Normally, three credits per experience (to a maximum of 6 credits) may be assigned to an independent international experiential learning course (INEX 3/4000/01) as recommended by the course supervisor and approved by an Academic Dean. 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 international experiential learning cannot be used to fulfill distribution requirements.

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

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

  2. four months prior to the international experience, the student must consult with an appropriate faculty supervisor and forward their study plan (see below) to the International Programs Committee. The International Programs Committee will make a recommendation to the appropriate academic dean who will confirm their decision with the Registrar, including the course to which credit will be assigned,

  3. the study plan submitted to the faculty supervisor and the International Programs Committee must contain:

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

    2. an overview of the sponsoring international 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 understanding. 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 international student travel must be met,

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

INEX 3/4000/01 (6/3CR)
INDEPENDENT INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Prereq: Normally third-year standing at the time of approval under regulation 7.11.3
A university-wide course that provides credit for academic analysis of independent international experiential learning. Normally, three credits (and up to six credits) may be awarded per experience (to a maximum of six credits in a student's degree program) based on an independent international experiential learning program evaluated under regulation 7.11.3.

 

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