Spring 2013 Undergraduate Calendar


APPLICATION/ADMISSION INFORMATION

Application Procedures
Applicants for full-time, undergraduate studies must apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (O.U.A.C.). Current Ontario secondary school students should contact their guidance office for application instructions. All others use the O.U.A.C. 105 application form, which is available at all Ontario universities or via the web at <www.ouac.on.ca>

Applicants for part-time studies must use the University of Windsor application form, which is available via the web at <www.uwindsor.ca/ptapp>

Application Deadlines
Candidates from outside continental North America must apply and submit all supporting documents to the Registrar's Office before March 1 for registration in the Fall term.

All other candidates must apply and submit all supporting documents as follows: August 1 for the Fall term; December 1 for the Winter term; and April 1 for the Summer term (Intersession and Summer Session).

Year III, Honours Bachelor of Social Work programs - February 1
Year III Social Work and Diaspora Studies - February 1
Year III Social Work and Women’s Studies - February 1
Year III Criminology - May 1 (Note: Only students not registered in pre-criminology or combined pre-criminology program need to apply. Current Criminology students will be considered automatically.)
Year III Forensic Science - May 1
Year III Forensics and Criminology - May 1


ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admission requirements described in this section define the minimum requirements for specific programs. Possession of the minimum requirements guarantees only that the application will be considered.

For Students Coming from Ontario Secondary Schools
For Students Coming from Other Canadian Provinces
For Students Coming from the United States
For Students Coming from Outside Canada and the United States
For Students who have completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program
For Mature Students (Mature Student Policy)
For Year III Second-Entry Programs: Criminology and Combined Honours Criminology and Social Work
For Returning Students
For Transfer Students (Transfer Policy)
For Students who have taken Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

Additional University-to-College Transfer/Articulation Agreements


ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English to be considered for admission.

This can be demonstrated in the following ways:
1) A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); or
2) A minimum score of 60 on the Carleton University’s Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL); or
3) Successful completion of the University of Windsor's English Language Improvement Program (ELIP)* (level III) with a minimum final grade of 75%; or
4) A minimum score of 85 on the English Proficiency Test administered by the English Language Institute of the University of Michigan (MELAB); or
5) A minimum score of 220 with a T.W.E. 4.5 on the Computer-based Test, 83 with an essay score of 20 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (T.O.E.F.L.); or
6) Receive a minimum of five semester transfer credits based on work completed ­at a recognized English-speaking University. (Normally, students must have at least one term of full-time study.); or
7) Receive a minimum of one year of transfer credit based on work completed at a non-university post-secondary institution with above average standing; or
8) Have completed all secondary or post-secondary education in English speaking countries such as the UK, West Indies and other countries as specified by the undergraduate admissions office; or
9) Can demonstrate that they have completed three years of full-time secondary or post-secondary study in a school where the language of instruction is English (e.g., in a British, Canadian, American or Australian Curriculum or an international diploma like the International Baccalaureate) and can demonstrate English proficiency. In some cases an English proficiency test may still be required; or
10) Applicants who do not satisfy the above requirements and wish exemption must provide the Admissions Office with a letter detailing the reasons for their appeal and include a letter of recommendation from their Secondary School principal or designate. The Manager of Undergraduate Admissions or Director of International Admissions assesses the request for exemption of this requirement.

Note: The University reserves the right to require applicants with an English Language Proficiency score disparate from their academic English prerequisite achievement to present further evidence of proficiency.

*For more information on the University of Windsor's 12 week intensive English language training program, click here.

**To view the English Language Proficiency Requirements for admission to graduate programs, click here.


ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS COMING FROM ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOLS
All programs require a minimum admission average which may change, depending on the number of applicants. A second average is considered for students applying to Computer Science, Forensic Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Kinesiology, Science and Nursing programs. The minimum second average is approximately 70%.The OSS Diploma and six Grade 12 U or M courses, including ENG4U. Co-op courses are excluded. Other requirements are listed below.Calculation of Secondary Averages
A second average is considered for students applying for the following programs:
Computer Science/Math – average of math courses (70%)
Nursing – average of chemistry and biology (70%)
Engineering – average of all math and science courses except biology (74%)
Science – average of all attempted science and math courses (70%)
Forensics – average of all required science and math courses (70%)
Kinesiology - In addition to the best six averages, a minimum grade of 70% in each of grade 12U English and Biology will be required for students admitted to Kinesiology.

DEGREE TITLE/PROGRAMOSS ADMISSION CRITERIA, COURSE REQUIREMENTS SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS, INTERVIEWS, AUDITIONS

Bachelor of Arts, B.A. (Honours programs)
Anthropology, Classical Civilization, Communication Studies, Media, and Film, Developmental Psychology, Diaspora Studies, Combined Honours Digital Journalism and Communication, Media and Film, Combined Honours Digital Journalism and English Language and Literature
Combined Honours Digital Journalism and English Literature and Creative Writing, Combined Honours Digital Journalism and Political Science, Disability Studies, Drama, English Language and Literature, Family and Social Relations, French Studies, History, Labour Studies, Liberal and Professional Studies, Modern languages and Second Language Education, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Political Science with Bilingual Specialization, Political Science with Law and Politics Specialization, Psychology, Social Justice, Sociology, Visual Arts , Women’s Studies, Undeclared.
Criminology
Honours Sociology and Criminology
Drama in Education and Community
Drama and Communication Studies, Media and Film
English Literature and Creative Writing
International Relations and Developmental Studies
Visual Arts and Art History/Visual Culture
Visual Arts and Communication Studies, Media and Film 		• ENG4U required.
• French majors require any Grade 12 U French.
• Majors in all other languages do not require prior high school language courses and will be assessed and placed appropriately on program entrance.
• Criminology and Social Work students re-apply for admission to Year 3.
• EWC4U is recommended for Creative Writing majors.
• Students may choose to double major in any BA Honours program.
• Interview for Drama in Education and Community. Please contact Dramatic Art at ext. 2804 or visit www.uwindsor.ca/drama
• Political Science with Bilingual Specialization students require Grade 12 U French or equivalent.
• Political Science with Law and Politics Specialization requires a minimum high school admission average of 85% and a minimum final high school average no lower than 80% at the time of high school graduation.
• For the Combined Honours in Digital Journalism programs, a portfolio may be required (i.e., sample of relevant work (writing or other media, and a statement of interest).
  • For the Liberal and Professional Studies: Aeronautics Leadership (Flight Option), students need to have successfully completed grade 12 math and physics.
  • For the Liberal and Professional Studies : Aeronautics Leadership (Ground Option), students need to have successfully completed grade 12 math.
    • Bachelor of Arts, B.A. (General Programs)
    Anthropology, Classical Civilization, Child Psychology, Communication Studies, Media, and Film, Drama, English Language and Literature, Family and Social Relations, French Studies, Labour Studies, Liberal and Professional Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Visual Arts, Women’s Studies, Undeclared.    		• ENG4U required.
    • French majors require any Grade 12 U French.
    • Majors in all other languages do not require prior high school language courses and will be assessed and placed appropriately on program entrance.
    Bachelor of Social Work, B.S.W.
    Social Work
    Social Work and Women’s Studies
    Social Work and Diaspora Studies     		• ENG4U required.
    • Social Work students re-apply for admissions to Year 3 .
    Bachelor of Fine Arts, B.F.A.
    Acting
    Visual Arts
    Visual Arts and the Built Environment
    Bachelor of Music, B.Mus.
    Music
    Bachelor of Music Therapy (Note: Admissions to the Bachelor of Music Therapy program are suspended as of Fall 2012)
    		• ENG4U required, audition is required, visit www.uwindsor.ca/drama.
    • Auditions for B.F.A. Acting are held in Windsor and Toronto. Please contact Dramatic Art at Ext. 2804 for final dates or visit www.uwindsor.ca/drama.
    • Visual Arts and the Built Environment: SPH4U and MHF4U required, MCV4U is recommended.
    • A portfolio is not required for admission to our BFA Visual Arts program. However, admission to Year 3 is based on a successful portfolio evaluation.
    • Music and Music Therapy: Audition required for admission. Visit www.uwindsor.ca/music or contact Music at Ext. 2780 for dates of music auditions.
    Combined Bachelor of Arts in Forensic (Honours)
    Forensics     		• ENG4U, SBI4U and MHF4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended. Forensics and Criminology students must re-apply for admission to Year 3.
    Bachelor of Forensic Science, B.F.S. (4 years)
    Forensic Science    		• ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U and MHF4U. MCV4U is recommended and SPH4U is strongly recommended
    Bachelor of Arts and Science, BAS
    Arts and Science    		• ENG4U, MHF4U, and two from SBI4U, SCH4U, or SPH4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Bachelor of Environmental Studies, B.E.S.
    Environmental Studies    		• ENG4U
    Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering, B.A.Sc.
    General Engineering (Common First Year)
    No enrolment limit on programs.
    Program streams available after first year include:
    Engineering – Automotive
    Engineering – Civil
    Engineering – Civil Environmental
    Engineering – Electrical and Computer
    Engineering – Industrial (General Program)
    Engineering – Industrial (with a minor in Business Administration)
    Engineering – Mechanical (General Program)
    Engineering – Mechanical (Automotive option)
    Engineering – Mechanical (Materials option)
    Engineering – Mechanical (Environmental option)    		• ENG4U, MHF4U, SCH4U and SPH4U required. MCV4U is strongly recommended.

    • Co-op and extended work terms are available for high school students with averages above 75%

    • Those that do not qualify for co-op from high school may apply during Year 1 for co-op after Year 2.
    Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BTech) No direct admission.
    Bachelor of Human Kinetics, B.H.K.
    Human Kinetics/Kinesiology    		• ENG4U and SBI4U required. Specializations being in third year in Movement Science, Sport Management or Sport Studies. Co-op available – apply during Year 1 at University of Windsor.
    • In addition to the best six averages, a minimum grade of 70% in each of grade 12U English and Biology be required for students admitted to Kinesiology.
    Bachelor of Science in Nursing, B.Sc.N.
    Nursing    		• ENG4U, SBI4U and SCH4U required. (One Grade 12 U Mathematics is recommended).
    Bachelor of Arts, B.A.
    Economics (3 year)
    Economics (Honours program)    		• ENG4U is required. MHF4U is required for Honours Economics. MCV4U and MDM4U are strongly recommended for the Honours Economics.
    Bachelor of Computer Science, B.C.S.
    Computer Science (3-year program)
    Computer Science (Honours)
    Computer Science (Honours) (Co-op)
    Computer Science (Honours Applied Computing)
    Computer Science (Honours Applied Computing) (Co-op)    		• ENG4U, and MHF4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Bachelor of Science, B.Sc.
    Computer Science with Software Engineering
    Specialization
    Computer Science with Software Engineering
    Specialization (Co-op)
    Computer Information Systems
    Computer Information Systems (Co-op)
    Biology
    Biology and Biotechnology
    Behaviour, Cognition and Neuroscience    		• ENG4U, MHF4U, SCH4U and SBI4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended. SPH4U is recommended.
    Biochemistry
    Biochemistry and Biotechnology    		• ENG4U, MHF4U, SCH4U and SBI4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended. SPH4U is recommended.
    Chemistry
    Chemistry and Physics    		• ENG4U, SCH4U, MHF4U, plus one of SPH4U or SBI4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended. SPH4U is recommended.
    Economics, B.Sc. (Honours) • ENG4U, MHF4U are required. MCV4U and MDM4U are strongly recommended.
    Geology ENG4U, MHF4U, and SCH4U. SBI4U and SPH4U (both recommended). MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    General Science (3-year program)• ENG4U, MHF4U, and two of SCH4U, SBI4U or SPH4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Honours Mathematics (B. Math)
    General Mathematics (B. Math)
    Mathematics and Statistics (B. Math)
    Mathematics and Computer Science (B. Math)    		• ENG4U, MHF4U, and MCV4U required. SPH4U is recommended.
    Honours Physics , Honours Physics (Physics and High Technology), Honours Physics (Medical Physics) (Note: Co-op streams and with thesis options are available) • ENG4U, MHF4U, and SPH4U are required. MCV4U is strongly recommended. SCH4U is recommended.
    Environmental Science•ENG4U, MHF4U, SCH4U, and SBI4U. SPH4U is recommended. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Bachelor of Commerce, B.Comm.
    Business Administration
    Business Administration (Co-op)    		• ENG4U and one Grade 12 U Mathematics required.
    Business and Economics• ENG4U and MHF4U are required. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Business and Computer Science
    Business and Computer Science (Co-op)    		• ENG4U and MHF4U are required. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Concurrent Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (This includes the Honours Chemistry (with and without thesis), Bachelor of Education and the Honours Biological Science (with or without thesis) • ENG4U, MHF4U, and two of SCH4U, SBI4U or SPH4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended.
    Concurrent Bachelor of Math/Bachelor of Education ENG4U, MHF4U, and MCV4U required. SPH4U is recommended.
    Concurrent Bachelor of Arts in French Studies/Bachelor of EducationENG4U and any Grade 12 U French. Individual grades in Grade 12 U and Grade 11 French are also used for admission.
    Concurrent Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education/Diploma in Early Childhood EducationENG4U is required.
    Bachelor of Education, B.Ed.No direct admission.
    Bachelor of Laws, JDNo direct admission.



    High School Course codes
    ENG4U- English
    EWC4U- Creative Writing    		MHF4U- Advanced Functions
    MCV4U- Calculus and Vectors    		MDM4U- Mathematics of Data Management
    SBI4U- Biology    		SCH4U- Chemistry
    SPH4U- Physics




    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS FROM OTHER CANADIAN PROVINCES

    Applicants completing the following levels of education are considered equivalent to OSSD graduates.

    Alberta
    British Columbia    		Grade 12
    High School diploma with 4 academic courses at the Grade 12 level. Provincial exams are not required, except for Grade 12 English.
    Manitoba
    New Brunswick
    Saskatchewan    		Grade 12
    Grade 12
    Grade 12
    Nova ScotiaGrade 12 or First Year at a Nova Scotia university after Junior Matriculation
    Prince Edward Island
    Newfoundland    		Grade 12
    Grade 12
    QuebecGrade 12 or completion of the first year of a General Program at a C.E.G.E.P. (minimum of 12 semester subjects)
    Northwest Territories
    Yukon    		Grade 12
    Grade 12

    Subject requirements for specific programs equivalent to the Grade 12 “U” courses must be included in the above curricula.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS FROM THE UNITED STATES

    In order to qualify for admission an applicant must present scholastic records indicating good preparation and ability to undertake a university degree program. Graduates of accredited high schools will normally qualify for admission if the cumulative high school grade point average is 2.75 (B-) or above.

    Each applicant must present scores from either the American College Testing Program Assessment (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) offered by the College Entrance Examination Board.

    The student should rank in the upper third of the class.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS COMING FROM OUTSIDE CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES

    The minimum admission requirements for applicants to First Year are listed below.

    Applicants from overseas must send the official documents of their secondary education indicating subjects taken and grades obtained. Notarized English translations are necessary if the documents are not in English. Photocopies are not accepted. In some situations, attested copies of official transcripts may be acceptable. Please contact the Office of the Registrar for further information.


    United Kingdom and Commonwealth
    Five Passes on the General Certificate of Education including two at the Advanced Level or, four passes on the General Certificate of Education, including three at the Advanced Level. A minimum grade of D is required in the Advanced Levels.

    Applicants who receive a “C” grade in final GCE Advanced level examinations will be considered for transfer credit for those courses that have been assessed as equivalent to specified or unspecified University of Windsor courses and are relevant to the student’s academic program. No transfer credit will be granted for Advanced Subsidiary level examinations. (Maximum credit 6 semester courses)

    Science must include Advanced Level Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

    Engineering must include Advanced Level Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

    Nursing must include Advanced Level English, Biology and Chemistry.

    Commerce must include Advanced Level Mathematics.

    Bangladesh
    Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate.

    Central and South America
    Senior Matriculation and/or completion of First Year at a recognized university depending upon country.

    China (PRC)
    Senior High School Graduation Examination + Chinese National University Entrance Examinations.

    Europe
    The Senior Matriculation Certificate as required by a recognized university in that country.

    India
    All-India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE/Indian School Certificate (awarded by ICSE)/completion of Standard XII as awarded by one of the official state boards of India.

    Malaysia
    Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM); Certificate of Unified Examination of the Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary Schools System (MICSS).

    Pakistan
    Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Certificate.

    Middle East
    The Senior Matriculation Certificate as required by a recognized university in that country.

    Africa and Asia
    Countries following the British System - Advanced level standing on the GCE or equivalent as listed under the United Kingdom.
    Other African and Asian Countries - Senior Matriculation and/or completion of First Year at a recognized university depending upon country.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA PROGRAM

    For admission to first Year: Full diploma must be completed with passes in six subjects with at least three at the Higher Level and with a grade total of at least 24 and no mark less than 4. In addition, the candidates must meet the prerequisites specific to the Faculty to which they are seeking admission.

    For transfer credit: IBD applicants who have successfully completed the full diploma with a grade total of 28 or more (exclusive of additional points which may be awarded for the successful completion of the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge) may be granted a general elective course credit, depending on program selection, for each Higher Level subject completed with a score of 5 (80-89%) or better, for a maximum of 4 general elective course credits.


    MATURE STUDENT POLICY

    Applicants who do not meet the minimum academic requirements for admission to the University of Windsor may be eligible for consideration as mature students if they:
    1) Are Canadian citizens or permanent residents at the time of application; and
    2) Will be at least 20 years of age prior to proposed date of enrolment; and
    3a)Have completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSS Diploma) or equivalent (Applicants who have not completed an OSS Diploma or equivalent must submit a profile.); or
    b)Have completed one year of an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) program that is academic in nature with a minimum cumulative average of B (3.0) from the CAAT program; and
    4) Have not been in full-time attendance at secondary school within the previous two years.

    Applicants must submit proof of age and official transcripts from their secondary school(s) and from any post-secondary institution which they may have attended. In addition, they must submit a letter of application outlining their career ambitions and why they expect to be successful in university studies, their work experiences, personal and professional development and training, and any other pertinent information, along with supporting documentation (where possible).

    If the application and supporting documentation do not appear to suggest a reasonable probability for success in university studies, the applicant will be denied admission. Further consideration will be through the Office of the Registrar in consultation with the Dean of the applicant’s intended Faculty whose decision will be final.

    Applicants who previously attended a university and left in good academic standing will be able to apply under the University Transfer Regulations. Applicants who previously attended a university and left on academic probation or were required to withdraw may apply under the University Transfer Regulations or they may apply under the Mature Student policy, provided they fulfill the conditions above.

    Applicants with an OSS Diploma or equivalent who previously attended an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) and completed a minimum of one year of a CAAT diploma program that is academic in nature with a minimum cumulative average of B (3.0) at the CAAT will be able to apply under the College of Applied Arts and Technology Transfer Regulations.

    Applicants with an OSS Diploma or equivalent who previously attended an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) for one or more semesters with a minimum cumulative average of C (2.0) at the CAAT from a program that was academic in nature may apply under the Mature Student policy, provided they fulfill the conditions listed above.

    Applicants with an OSS Diploma or equivalent who previously attended an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) for one or more semesters with a cumulative average below a C (2.0) at the CAAT from a program that was academic in nature must either upgrade or wait for two years before applying under the Mature Student policy.

    Successful applicants will be admitted as degree students. They are permitted to declare a major for which they are eligible, and they must obtain academic counselling before their initial registration.

    Applicants who do not qualify for full-time degree programs may be considered for admission as part-time students.

    Admission to many programs is competitive, and the University reserves the right to limit admission to such programs. Direct entry is available to most programs within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, although some require specific grade 12 "U” or OAC prerequisites. Auditions are required in Acting and Music programs. Programs within the Faculties of Science, Engineering, Human Kinetics, Nursing and the Odette School of Business Administration require prerequisite courses at the Grade 12 “U” or OAC level and fulfilment of minimum average requirements in these required prerequisite courses.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR YEAR III SECOND-ENTRY PROGRAMS

    Admission to Criminology and Combined Honours Criminology Programs

    Although criminology courses begin in the second year, it is not until third year that students are admitted to the Criminology and Combined Honours Criminology Program. The number of places available in the third year of the Criminology and Combined Honours Criminology programs is limited, and admission will be competitive. Entry shall be for the Fall term only. Students are eligible to apply for entry into the Criminology and Combined Honours in Criminology Programs only after completing twenty, but no more than thirty courses. In particular, applicants must have successfully completed the following courses: 48-101, 48-102. 48-202, 48-210, 48-260, 48-262, and either 34-129 or 34-226. Applications and information sheets are available at the Office of the Registrar and must be returned to that office by May 1st. No late applications will be accepted. Decisions will be rendered by June 1st, with notification shortly thereafter.

    Admission to the Criminology Degree Program and any double major program involving criminology as one of the majors is extremely competitive. Not everyone who applies to the program is admitted. Criterion for admission is normally a minimum of an 8.0 GPA (Grade Point Average). Students meeting the minimum requirement, however, are not guaranteed admission to the program. Students who desire to be admitted to the Criminology and Combined Honours in Criminology Program should therefore strive to obtain the best grade point average (GPA) they can in their first and second years of study.

    NOTE: Once students have completed thirty courses they are normally ineligible for admission to the Criminology and Combined Honours in Criminology Program. Students who are not successful in gaining admission to Criminology after completing twenty credits may reapply up until they have completed thirty credits. There are, however, a very limited number of spaces available at this level. Even students who have achieved the minimum GPA are not guaranteed admission. Entry shall be for the Fall term only. Applications and information sheets are available at the Office of the Registrar and must be returned to that office by May 1st. No late applications will be accepted. Decisions will be rendered by June 1st, with notification shortly thereafter.

    Admission to Social Work Programs

    Years 3 and 4: A minimum of twenty courses (including four Social Work courses, a statistics course, two Science courses, eleven courses from Arts, Languages and Social Sciences and Foundations of Academic Writing I (01-150) and Foundations of Academic Writing II (01-151)) is required prior to admission to Year 3.

    Admission to the professional program in Year 3 requires that students apply to the Office of the Registrar prior to February 1. Applications are available on the Social Work website. A minimum average of 8.0 in Social Work courses is required. References must accompany the application. An interview may be required, and early applications are encouraged. Entry is for the next Fall term only, and enrollment is limited. Students who are accepted to Year 3 will be notified by the Office of the Registrar. Selection of candidates for admission will be based on grades and other relevant criteria determined by the Social Work Admissions Committee. In preparation for application to the professional program in Year 3, students are strongly encouraged to engage in volunteer experiences in human services agencies and organizations in the community.

    The Year 3 and 4 Social Work program is intended for full-time study. A full-time course load in years 3 and 4 is defined as 5 courses per term, including 2 field placements in the Fall and Winter semesters of the fourth year. Students who are not able to attend on a full-time basis at any point after admission to the program must obtain written permission and seek advice from the School of Social Work. Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and those who identify as LGBT are encouraged to apply and are eligible to request assessment through the School of Social Work Equity Admissions Policy.

    Transfer from other programs: Applicants transferring from other programs will be assessed individually by the Office of the Registrar and are subject to the same admission procedure to Year 3 as outlined above.

    Admission for University Graduates: University graduates with a three-year or General degree in Arts or Social Sciences with a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 8.0 (70%), or an average of at least 8.0 in their last twenty courses taken, may be considered for admission to a two-year program leading to a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree. Applicants are strongly encouraged to engage in volunteer experiences in human services agencies and organizations in the community.

    Admission for Child and Youth Worker Diploma Graduates: Graduates of St. Clair College who completed a three-year Child and Youth Worker diploma in 1996 or later with a cumulative average equivalent to a B or better may be considered for admission to a two-year, four-semester program leading to a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR RETURNING STUDENTS
    Since the overall number of spaces available in a program may be limited, previous registration does not guarantee re-admission to that or any other program if a student has interrupted his or her studies.

    Students who have missed the Winter term must apply for re-admission to Intersession by April 1st; to Summer Session by June 1st; or to the Fall term by August 1st. Students who missed the Fall term must apply for re-admission to the Winter term by December 1st.

    Individual programs may have other deadlines which will be indicated in the appropriate program section of this calendar.

    Students applying for re-admission, and who are also requesting a change in program should refer to the section on Program Transfers.

    Students who have had an interruption of studies for a prolonged period will have their previous academic work assessed by the Faculty concerned to determine whether credit may be retained in specific courses.

    Students may apply for re-admission on the web using the Student Self Service page at http://www.uwindsor.ca.


    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS (Transfer Policy)
    An applicant who wishes to transfer (at any level) from another college or university must arrange for a complete transcript of record to be sent to the Office of the Registrar by each institution previously attended.

    From a College of Applied Arts and Technology

    Applicants who have completed a minimum of one year of a CAAT diploma program that is academic in nature with a minimum cumulative average of B (3.0) at the CAAT will be considered for admission to First Year of an appropriate program. Applicants who have graduated from a three-year CAAT program that is academic in nature with a minimum cumulative average of B (3.0) at the CAAT will be considered for admission to Second Year of an appropriate program.

    From a College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) or Other Canadian Colleges
    Candidates from a College degree program may request transfer credit. The amount of transfer credit will be decided by the Dean of the Faculty concerned.

    From Another Canadian University
    A student will normally be granted credit for any course which has been completed with a minimum C- (60%) standing at another university. The total number of credits granted will be dependent upon the individual program requirements of each faculty.

    A transfer student will be required to complete at least one full year (ten semester courses) or the equivalent at this University before qualifying for a degree. Refer to each faculty section for the appropriate residency requirements.

    A student who has been required to withdraw from his/her previous institution will not be accepted to the University of Windsor during the period of his/her disbarment. If a student is eligible to apply to another faculty or program at his/her previous university, the student is eligible to apply to a similar program at the University of Windsor. In any case, should the student's record be such that he/she would have been required to withdraw at the University of Windsor, he/she shall not be eligible for transfer unless authorized by the appropriate Academic Standing Committee.

    Students transferring from another university shall not be given credit for those courses in which they have received a grade lower than C- (60%) unless authorized by the relevant Academic Standing Committee.

    Candidates from Non-Canadian Universities
    Candidates from degree programs offered by non-Canadian universities may request transfer credit. The amount of transfer credit will be decided by the Dean of the Faculty concerned.

    (see Advanced Standing for an additional general statement.)

    Click here for more information on University/College Agreements.

    From Lambton College's International Foundation Year
    (Senate-approved: June 10, 2011)

    Applicants who have completed the International Foundation Year (University Preparation Program) by Lambton College with a minimum cumulative average of B (3.0) will be considered for admission to First Year of an appropriate program.

    Academic Transfer Credit - Courses
    (Senate-approved: September 19, 1996)(Senate - amended: Senate May 13, 2011)

    Deans of academic faculties may grant credit for academic work completed at a non-accredited (non-recognized) post secondary institution, or for courses completed at a CAAT not covered by existing transfer policy, on an individual basis subject to the following provisions:
    1. The applicant must be currently enrolled at the University of Windsor.
    2. The applicant must have a cumulative average of B or better at the previously attended institution.
    3. The request must be endorsed by the AAU Head in the discipline area in which the student is seeking credit.
    4. Transfer credit may not be granted on a one-for-one basis (but may be granted on a two-for-one, three-for-two, or completion of a program basis).
    5. No more than four credits may be granted.
    6. Applicants who qualify for credit for academic work subject to provisions 1 to 5 above and who have completed St. Clair College Foundations of Academic Writing I (FAW 100) will receive transfer credit for University of Windsor Foundations of Academic Writing I (01-01-150). Applicants who have completed St. Clair College Foundations of Academic Writing II (FAW 105) will receive transfer credit for University of Windsor Foundations of Academic Writing II (01-01-151).


    ADVANCED PLACEMENT

    Applicants with a 4 out of 5 grade on their final Advanced Placement (AP) examinations may be considered for transfer credit to a maximum of four semester courses.