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Academic InformationAcademic Appeals,Undergraduate StudentPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.caThe University Senate has delegated to eachDean the right to waive any academic regulation.The Deans’ rulings in academic matters are finalunless overturned or modified on appeal to theSenate Review Board Academic (SRBA). SRBAis the final body to which students may appealcertain rulings of Deans in academic matters, andits decisions are final.Academic CalendarPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.caThe Academic Calendar contains informationabout the academic requirements of yourprogram, course descriptions, other academicinformation, and more. General regulationsfor Arts, Science and Social Science programsappear in the Programs and Progression sections.Regulations for other programs appear inthe appropriate sections. You may access theAcademic Calendar online at the address above.The 2012-13 Academic Calendar will beavailable online in February 2012.Academic CounsellingSee Program & Academic Counselling in thissection.Breadth Requirementsfor Bachelor DegreesPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2011/pg81.htmlAt least 1.0 course must be chosenfrom each of the three categories A, B,and C. Two of Categories A, B, and Care required in first year. Any outstandingbreadth requirement not completed in firstyear must be completed prior to graduation. Forthe courses offered in each category, please visitthe website above.Breadth Requirements for FirstYearPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2011/pg81.htmlFirst-Year ProgramStudents in first-year programs must choosecourses numbered 1000-1999. The 5.0 coursesmust include at least four different subjectswith no more than 2.0 courses in one subject.Students are encouraged to take an essay coursein first year. 1.0 course from two of CategoriesA, B, and C must be included in first year.Grades reviewed forFall programeligibility (May)Final Scheduleon Registrar’sWebsite (March)Distance StudiesPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/distanceDistance Studies occurs when learners areseparated from the instructor and classmates,whether across the hall or across the province.Unlike the courses of the past that dependedentirely on written communication throughthe mail, today’s distance courses may includemultimedia materials and take advantageof web-based communication technologies.Western’s Distance Studies will let you pursueUniversity studies if you cannot attend regularclasses. Check out the Part-Time Calendar tosee which courses offer distance options. Thewebsite also gives a more detailed descriptionof Distance Studies programs, as well asinformation on how to apply.GradesSee the Student Central section in this guide.Summer ExamPeriod(June - August)Third Term: May - AugustAdjudicationAprilFinalExamPeriodSummerCourseRegistration(March - July)Fall CourseRegistrationOnline (June -August)CourseDropDeadlineSecond termhalf course:(February)SeptemberAdd/DropOnline & PaperSubmissionCentresof Information:www.registrar.uwo.cawww.westerncalendar.uwo.castudentservices.uwo.caAcademic CounsellingDepartment AdvisorsIntenttoRegisterCourse DropDeadlinesFirst term halfcourse: Oct. 15Full Course:Nov. 30Programrequests for FallRegistration(February)JanuaryAdd/DropGrade Appeals and OtherRequests for ReliefFinal Schedule onRegistrar’swebsite(November)Second Term: January - AprilFirst Term: September - DecemberOnline & PaperSubmissionDecemberExam PeriodProgramPlanning“What’s YourProgram”Faculty & Dept. InfoSessions (Jan. - Feb.)Office of the OmbudspersonPhone: 519-661-3573Email: ombuds@uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/ombuds/appeals/appeals.htmlwww.uwo.ca/ombuds/student/student.htmlThese are the procedures for appealing marksand other decisions related to individual courses,for example:• requests for extensions of deadlines forthe submission of work• waiver of progression requirements• accuracy of grades on examinations orassignments• requests for make-ups or special exams• requests to have a particular gradereweighted on compassionate grounds• appeals against the conclusion thatcheating or plagiarism took place• appeals against the sanction or penalty forcheating or plagiarismIf you are considering an appeal of any kind,you should read “Academic Rights and Responsibilities”and other relevant policies and proceduresin the Calendar,www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2011/pg111.html. The Handbook of Academic and ScholarshipPolicy www.uwo.ca/univsec/ is also useful.Graduate students should visit grad.uwo.ca. Inaddition, many programs and departments haveprogram-specific rules and procedures. Be sureto ask for a copy.For more information contact the Officeof the Ombudsperson or visit www.uwo.ca/ombudsGraduationSee the Graduation section in this guide.Mature StudentsPhone: 519-661-3898success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students/Personal TimetablesPhone: 519- 661-2100Personal timetables can be found atstudentservices.uwo.ca once you haveadded courses.Program & AcademicCounsellingPhone: 519-661-2100www.uwo.caFor a list of Faculty AcademicCounselling Offices please see theImportant Contacts section in this guide.During the course of your University career,there are a number of reasons why you maywant or need to see an academic counsellor:• To discuss course changes, withdrawals,special permissions, and appeal procedures• To pose questions about modules/programs, degree requirements, and/orUniversity regulations• To seek accommodation whencircumstances beyond your controlaffect your academic performance(e.g., illness, bereavement, personalproblems, or other extenuatingcircumstances)• To process requests for Letters ofPermission (i.e., taking courses atanother University)• To have transfer credits from anacademic exchange program approvedContinued…Academic InformationSTUDENT GUIDE 2011-201225