Community Health Sciences-Family Social Sciences
Dean: Peter Nickerson
Email Address: chsinfo@umanitoba.ca
Website: umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/medicine/units/community_health_sciences/departmental_units/fss/undergraduate/9266.html
Academic Staff: Please refer to the website at: umanitoba.ca/faculties/health_sciences/medicine/units/community_health_sciences/departmental_units/fss/undergraduate/9266.html
Degree Programs Offered
Professional Designations
Home economists in Manitoba, and other provinces, are regulated by legislation. Graduates may apply to the Manitoba Association of Home Economists (MAHE) for interim professional home economist (IPHE) status, and subsequently qualify as a professional home economist (PHEc).
Admission Requirements for Family Social Sciences
Admissions into the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
Students interested in Family Social Sciences are advised to review the Bachelor of Health Studies (Family Health concentration), which is part of the Interdisciplinary Health Program. All FMLY courses listed under Family Social Sciences continue to be offered through the Bachelor of Health Studies, in the Family Health concentration, and will continue to do so regardless of the suspension of FSS. All courses listed in this Calendar are not offered every year. Students are referred to the Class Schedule for current information.
The Minor in Management
A Management Minor is offered by the Asper School of Business. Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program students may complete this Minor as part of the electives portion of their programs. The Minor will consist of any 18 credit hours of Management courses. Students must meet prerequisites for all courses.
The Voluntary Minor
Students in the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program may declare and complete a Minor from departments and interdisciplinary programs in which a Minor is offered. Information about Minors in programs is found in the appropriate description of departmental/school/faculty program offerings in the Undergraduate Calendar.
Completion of the Minor is entirely optional. Students may not, however, declare both their Major and Minor from the same department/interdisciplinary program. No course may be used as part of a prescribed program in the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Science Degree Program and also be part of a prescribed Minor. For example, if a course in Chemistry is part of a student’s degree requirements in the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program, it cannot be used as part of a Minor in another program. Completion of a Minor may require that a student take more than the minimum number of credit hours for graduation.
Program List
| Degree/Diploma | Years to Completion | Total Credit Hours | Has Co-op Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree/Diploma Family Social Sciences Minor | Total Credit Hours 18 | Has Co-op Option no | |
| Degree/Diploma Human Ecology (Family Social Sciences), B.H.Ecol. | Years to Completion 4 | Total Credit Hours 120 | Has Co-op Option no |
| Degree/Diploma Human Ecology (The After Degree Program in Family Social Sciences), B.H.Ecol. | Years to Completion 2 | Total Credit Hours 60 | Has Co-op Option no |
Department Academic Regulations
The provisions of the General Academic Regulations and the University Policies and Procedures, apply to all students. In addition, the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program has regulations and requirements, published below, that apply specifically to its students.
Prerequisite, Corequisite, and Course Availability: Definitions
Prerequisite: If a course is prerequisite to a second course, the prerequisite must be met in order to continue in the second course. The department giving the second course may require a minimum grade of ‘C’ in the first course to register in the second course. Some inactive (legacy) courses may be used as prerequisites.
Corequisite: If a first course is a corequisite to a second course, the first course (unless previously completed) must be taken in the same term as the second course.
Course Availability: Not all courses listed in this Calendar are offered every year. Students are referred to the on-line calendar for courses offered in the year. Family Social Sciences courses at the 3000 and 4000 level are available only to students registered in the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program or one of the minors or options associated with the Degree Program. Courses at the 3000 and 4000 level may be taken with written permission from an Academic Advisor as long as there is space.
Scholastic Standards
GRADUATION AND GRADE POINT AVERAGE
To graduate, a student must have passed 120 credit hours acceptable for credit in the current degree program and have obtained a minimum of 240 quality points. This is equivalent to a Degree Grade Point Average of 2.0. A pass indicates a grade of ‘D’ or better. A student's Degree Grade Point Average (DGPA) will be determined from the number of effective courses which apply at a particular stage. The effective courses consist of all courses passed, in addition to all failures which have not been cleared, or substituted for, in the student’s record. A maximum of 150 credit hours (25 courses or the equivalent) may be attempted in order to obtain the 120 credit hours.
ASSESSMENT
The status of each student will be assessed in May of each year in which a student is registered. All Direct Entry students will be assessed formally upon completion of at least 24 credit hours in May of each year using the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program assessment standards. Assessments can include the following comments:
- Faculty minimum met (grade point average meets the standards);
- Dean′s Honour
- Academic Warning
- Probationary status
- Suspension
- Suspension - all attempts used
Academic warning indicates a grade point average between the minimum required at the effective credit hours (year) and the DGPA requirement of 2.0.
There is a maximum of 30 credit hours of attempts allowed for each academic program; once those attempts are used (repeated courses, grades of F or D), it is impossible to graduate.
PROBATIONARY STANDING
Students must achieve or exceed the following standards at the specified stages in their academic careers. Failure to obtain the standard results in probation. Once placed on probation, students who fail to meet the appropriate performance level at the next assessment following the next registration will be academically suspended. A student is not permitted to be on probation for two consecutive years.
ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program
| Credit Hours | Grade Point Average | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 9 – 21 credit hours | < 2.0 | Academic Warning |
| 24 – 30 credit hours | Minimum 1.80 | |
| 33 – 60 credit hours | Minimum 1.85 | |
| 63 – 90 credit hours | Minimum 1.90 | |
| 93 – 117 credit hours | Minimum 1.95 | |
| 120+ credit hours | Minimum 2.0 |
SUSPENSION
Suspended students must remain out of the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program for one academic year from the date of suspension and must apply for reinstatement at the Admissions Office no later than May 1.
Where mathematically possible for a suspended student to complete the degree by repeating failed courses, a suspended student shall be automatically reinstated after remaining out of the Degree Program for one calendar year, or by achieving a degree GPA above the probationary standard.
SUSPENSION (ALL ATTEMPTS USED)
Where it is mathematically impossible for a student to complete the degree by repeating failed courses, a suspended student, after remaining out of the faculty for one calendar year, may attempt reinstatement. By completing at least 12 credit hours in one term with a minimum ‘D’ grade in all courses and a term grade point average of at least 2.0, the student will be reinstated. The student will start the program afresh, with previous grades of ‘C’ or better applicable to the program.
Part-time Students
The maximum time allowed for completion of the degree is 10 years. After completion of 24 credit hours, part-time students will be evaluated each May and must conform to the minimum performance levels.
Direct Entry
Admissions into the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended. Students interested in Family Social Sciences are advised to review the Bachelor of Health Studies (Family Health concentration), which is part of the Interdisciplinary Health Program.
Current Direct Entry students will be assessed formally upon completion of at least 24 credit hours in May of each year using the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Science Degree Program's assessment standards. Probationary standing is assessed using the criteria listed. Direct Entry students who complete fewer than 24 credit hours by May of their first year will not be formally assessed until the following May. Students who complete 9 - 21 credit hours with a grade point average of less than 2.0 will be placed on academic warning.
Repeating Courses
Limited Access will not affect registration for the current Academic Year, which includes Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. See University Policy and Procedures – Repeat Course Policy – Section 2.5 (a) Limited Access.
A student may repeat any course for the purpose of attaining a better grade. A course or its equivalent that is repeated in Fall 2016 or later will have the highest grade count. There are no supplemental examinations for students who have failed final or deferred examinations.
Challenge for Credit
A student wishing to challenge a course for credit should contact an Academic Advisor. Letter grades are granted upon completion of the course that is challenged for credit. A list of courses for challenge is available in the Advising Office. An application is required.
Transfer of Credit
Please refer to Admissions and Transfer of Credit web site.
Appeals of Academic Regulations
The Committee on Student Standing considers petitions from students who request special consideration with respect to rules and regulations governing their programs of study and qualification for graduation.
Dean’s Honour List
Eligible students who achieve a term Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher in at least 12 credit hours per term will be included in the Deans Honour List.
Degree With Distinction
Students who graduate with a degree GPA of 3.75 and higher will receive a degree with distinction.
Work Permit for Study Purposes
International students who are registering for courses or programs that require work placement must obtain a valid Work Permit, in addition to maintaining a valid Study Permit. Work placement includes, but is not limited to, any paid or unpaid practicum, internships, work experience, field placement, and co-op programs that are a required component for the completion of their degree, diploma or certificate. Please contact your program advisor or the International Centre for Students for further information.
Release and Indemnification Forms
In elective courses, students may be required to sign a release form for off-campus activities.
Written English and Mathematics Requirements
The written English and Mathematics requirements are satisfied by required courses HNSC 2000 (formerly HMEC 2000) and STAT 1000 within the Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Science Degree Program. HNSC 2000 (formerly HMEC 2000) will be available to students upon admission to the Degree.
Program and Graduation Requirements
Intake to the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
For students entering the Bachelor of Human Ecology - Family Social Sciences Degree Program:
In order to qualify for a degree, students must complete the 120 credit hours specified for the selected program. Elective choices provided in each program can permit students to transfer between them; however, this opportunity decreases as students progress. Students who transfer to another program must meet the full requirements of that program. There is a quota in effect for intake to each program per academic year. The quota may affect movement into a program after the September intake.
Advisement
Intake to the Family Social Sciences program has been suspended.
The Bachelor of Human Ecology Family Social Sciences Degree Program will provide entering students with orientation information and will refer a student to a program advisor if the student requests. All returning students in the Degree Program must submit a program plan for the succeeding year before the start of registration.
Family Social Sciences
(Formerly FMLY 1020) This course provides an introduction to issues in contemporary families from an interdisciplinary perspective. Changing and diverse family forms and experiences are reviewed. An overview of issues pertinent to family well-being, including but not limited to immigration, poverty, homelessness, racism, addiction, disability, divorce, and physical and mental illness is provided. Not to be held with FMLY 1020.
Equiv To: FMLY 1020
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
Introductory survey of key aspects of human development processes within the family context from a life span perspective. Not to be held with NURS 1260.
Mutually Exclusive: NURS 1260
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
This course is an introduction to social development with a particular emphasis on families and communities. Social development is concerned with the advancement of the common good, the effective management of social problems, the meeting of human needs, and the equitable distribution of society's resources. As such, this course explores the social factors and conditions that promote or hinder social development and how this affects the well-being of individual, families, and communities in contemporary societies. Not to be held with FMLY 1900
Equiv To: FMLY 1900
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
An introductory course that uses an ecosystem perspective resources, decision-making, planning, implementing, evaluating, and communication within family contexts. Applications to balancing work and family, individual and family stress, family finance, environmental issues, and the use of time and human resources will be made.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
The course is an introduction to development, conflict, and displacement as they affect individuals, families and communities. Specifically, this course examines the current phenomenon of induced displacement due to social conflicts, natural disasters, or uneven development in developing countries. Students will examine concepts and issues arising from induced displacement and explore community based responses to this problem. Not be held with FMLY 2900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012 or consent of the instructor.
Equiv To: FMLY 2900
A survey of topics that have an impact on the financial health of Canadian families, including personal money management, mortgage financing, credit and debt, educational and retirement planning, taxation, insurance, savings and investments. The course prepares students to help families maximize resources and increase their financial literacy. May not be held with the former FMLY 2070.
Equiv To: FMLY 2070
(Formerly FMLY 2350) Using the theoretical frameworks of intersectionality and social ecology, this class addresses how diversity in Canada is influenced by age, gender, ability, ethnicity, race, as well as family relationships, institutions and social policies. A focus on human rights and anti-racism education is emphasized. Not to be held with FMLY 2350.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1000 (FMLY 1020) or FMLY 1010 or equivalent.
Equiv To: FMLY 2350
This course examines the theoretical and empirical foundations of childhood development and their implications for promoting developmental health. Specifically, the course considers the biological and environmental factors that influence developmental health given physical, cognitive, emotional and social development from the prenatal period to middle childhood. May not be held with PSYC 2290 or PSYC 2291.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1010.
An examination of the social aspects of aging, including cultural norms, socio-economic factors and historical events. Emphasis on understanding the aging process as a life transition involving adaptation through interaction with social, psychological, emotional, spiritual and environmental determinants. May not be held with REC 2650, SWRK 2650, SWRK 2651, or the former HMEC 2650.
A survey of the extent and nature of various forms of family violence across the life course. Topics include physical and sexual child abuse, sibling violence, partner violence, and elder abuse. Emphasis is on prevalence, incidence, causes, consequences and solutions.
This course is a survey of social development theories that have influenced the study and practice of development since the 1950s. It addresses the question of why theories of social development are necessary and why different theories emerged at particular times in history. This course examines explanations of development and underdevelopment as they impact on individuals, families and communities. Not be held with FMLY 3900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012.
Equiv To: FMLY 3900
An examination of dying and death of family members throughout the family life cycle. Specific topics included are the meaning of death, the process of dying, caring relationships, grief and bereavement.
An investigation of family issues in the later years of life, such as housing, intergenerational relations, adjustment to retirement, sibling relations, grandparenting, death.
Examines parenting and its influence on developmental health, with consideration of change across time, the context in which parenting occurs, and the effect of the parent-child relationship on developmental health.
An examination of the factors that influence the consumer behaviour of individuals and families across the life course, with particular attention to the situation of vulnerable consumers. Theory, education, policy and practice are related to contemporary consumer issues and the impact of consumption behaviour on the environment. Not to be held with the former FMLY 3450.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: [FMLY 2400 or FMLY 2070] and [ECON 1210 or ECON 1220 or ECON 1010 or ECON 1020].
Equiv To: FMLY 3450
The opportunity to carry out an individual study in the area of the family of particular interest to the student. When enrolment warrants, the department may offer selected topics in a regular course format.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
This course is designed to help students understand the nature of adolescent relationships with their families in communities. The application of theory and research on adolescent relationships to professional practice with families and communities is emphasized.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600 and completion of 54 credit hours.
This course provides an interdisciplinary life course perspective on theories and methods of health promotion. Current research, practices and policies in health promotion targeting individuals, families and communities will be critically reviewed with regard to issues of gender, culture, age, functional ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, and other determinants of health.
An introduction to the theory and practice of program development with special emphasis on programs for children and families. The course will cover techniques for conducting need assessments, as well as the process of planning and implementing programs to address community need.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: HNSC 2000 (or the former HMEC 2000 or the former HMEC 2050).
An introduction to the theory and practice of program evaluation with special emphasis on child and family programs. Considers the purpose of evaluation, types of evaluation, evaluation design and analysis, and the evaluation process.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: HNSC 2000 (or the former HMEC 2000 or the former HMEC 2050).
Students will examine the nature and development of conflict in family relationships throughout the life span. Implications of conflict for the quality of family relationships and individual development will be addressed.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800 and completion of 54 credit hours.
A critical examination of theory and research on violence in intimate relationships. Topics will include violence in dating, common-law, marital, ex-partner and same-sex relationships.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800.
Violence against children in their families takes many forms, from sexual exploitation to honour killings. We will explore, through a child rights lens, the forces contributing to violence against children, its impact on human lives, and approaches to prevention being implemented around the world. Not to be held with FMLY 3804.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2800.
Equiv To: FMLY 3804
This course examines the formulation of social development policies and the impact of these policies on the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The course uses a seminar format to foster students' capacity to understand and examine policy issues. Students will develop skills in understanding, analyzing, and formulation social development policies. Actual social development case studies will be evaluated and alternative family and community oriented policies discussed. Not be held with FMLY 4900.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1012.
Equiv To: FMLY 4900
This course will take an interdisciplinary perspective on definitions of risk associated with a variety of determinants that shape the daily lived experience of older adults, their families and communities, and the institutions that care for them. Students will evaluate programs, policies and research, and engage in a final project of their choice. Pre- or
Provide students with field experience in a supervised setting. The course consists of 120 hours of supervised work in an assigned setting and seminar time with peers and field experience coordinator. Grade is pass/fail.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: 84 credit hours and consent of instructor.
Theories which influence family behaviour during stress are discussed, and coping/managerial skills to mitigate the effects of the stressors are examined. Stress management advice from agencies and in educational settings is analyzed.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 1000 (FMLY 1020).
Analysis of principles, major problems and trends in the economic welfare of individuals and families in both the Canadian and global economies. Emphasis on families and their relationships to the economy such as income inequality, family economic policy, human capital, poverty and resource distribution within families.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: [FMLY 2400 or FMLY 2070] and [one of ECON 1210 or ECON 1220 or ECON 1010 or ECON 1020]. Not to be held with the former FAMLY 4450.
Equiv To: FMLY 4450
The opportunity to carry out advanced study in the area of the family of particular interest to the student. When enrolment warrants, the department may offer selected topics in a regular course format.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
An exploration of the interface between paid work and unpaid work and families in the Canadian and international contexts. Topics include demographic trends; parenting, child and elder care; management of work-family conflict; development of workplace solutions; and social policy implications.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2400 (or FMLY 2070) and 84 credit hours.
The preparation and presentation of a comprehensive review of the literature and an empirical investigation of an approved topic. Application required. Enrolment limited.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Registered in the final year of the Family Social Sciences program and consent of Department Head.
The development of behavioural and social difficulties are examined from a risk and resilience perspective. The interaction of factors at all levels of the human ecological system are considered in terms of their impact on increasing risk and/or building resilience in children and youth.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600
This course provides an in-depth survey of the interaction between family relationship dynamics, and health and well-being across the life course period. The influence of family members on health-related behaviours is reviewed and preventive family-based interventions are evaluated.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 3600.
Millions of children live with violence, trauma and other adverse circumstances. We will explore the interactions among individual, family, cultural, legal and policy factors as they affect children's developmental pathways in the face of adversity. May not be held with FMLY 4600.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 2600 or FMLY 3600.
Equiv To: FMLY 4600
This course examines the local and global challenges regarding the health care and health care needs of Indigenous peoples, with particular attention to childbearing women, new mothers, and young children. Interdisciplinary theories and methods applied to the study of Indigenous peoples are critically evaluated from Indigenous and social justice perspectives.
Advanced study in the areas of family violence and/or conflict resolution. Special emphasis is placed upon current research and/or practice.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FMLY 3800 and completion of 72 credit hours.
Family violence prevention theories, research, practices and policies will be critically reviewed with regard to issues such as gender, culture, sexual orientation and others. Not to be held with the former FMLY 4800.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: FMLY 2800.
Equiv To: FMLY 4800
Academic Schedule Fall/Winter Term 2024-2025
Dates Applicable to all U of M Students
University Closure
When the University is closed no classes/examinations will be held
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Canada Day | July 1, 2024 |
| Terry Fox Day (Civic Holiday) | August 5, 2024 |
| Labour Day | September 2, 2024 |
| National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | September 30, 2024 |
| Thanksgiving Day | October 14, 2024 |
| Remembrance Day | November 11, 2024 |
| Winter Holiday | December 21, 2024 to January 1, 2025 |
| Louis Riel Day | February 17, 2025 |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 |
| Victoria Day | May 19, 2025 |
| Canada Day (Holiday Observed) | July 1, 2025 |
| Terry Fox Day (Civic Holiday) | August 4, 2025 |
Dates Applicable to most U of M Students
Some additional or differing date information is included in separate sections for: Agriculture Diploma, Art (School of), Dental Hygiene, Dentistry (includes IDDP), Education (B.Ed. only), Management, Medicine (excludes Family Social Sciences), Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
Orientation
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Education (B.Ed. only), Management, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Welcome Day Fall Term | Sept 3, 2024 |
| Welcome Day Winter Term | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Faculty of Architecture | August 23, 2024 |
| Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management | July 4 & 9, 2024 |
Start and End Dates
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education, Management, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician’s Assistant Studies, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 4 to December 9, 2024 |
| Winter Term (no classes, examinations or tests will be held March 29, 2024) | January 6 to April 9, 2025 |
| Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 6 to July 3, 2025 |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy and other faculties, colleges and/or schools offering irregularly scheduled courses. Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy students should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule; all others should also refer to the Class Schedule.
Regular Registration Period
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | Ends September 3, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter /Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | Ends January 5, 2025 |
Registration Revision Period
Students may use this period of time to make changes to their selected courses or class schedule. Last day to drop is 1 business day prior to the end of the Registration Revision Period.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 4 to 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 6 to 20, 2025 |
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
Last date to drop and have course excluded from transcripts; VWs will be recorded on transcripts for courses dropped after this date. There will be no refunds for courses dropped after this date. Additional or differing dates exist for Agriculture Diploma; students in this program should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | September 17, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term classes Part A | September 17, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term classes Part B (VW recorded if dropped after Sept 18, 2023) | January 17, 2025 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 17, 2025 |
Last Date to Register/Registration Revision Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term and Fall/Winter Term classes | September 18, 2024 |
| Winter Term classes and Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | January 20, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) Deadline
Last date to withdraw and not receive a final grade; students cannot withdraw from courses after this date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term classes | November 19, 2024 |
| Fall/Winter Term spanning classes | January 17, 2025 |
| Winter Term classes | March 19, 2025 |
| Winter/Summer Term spanning distance and online courses | May 15, 2025 |
Fee Payment Deadlines
A financial penalty will be assessed on accounts with an outstanding balance after this date.*
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term | October 2, 2024 |
| Winter Term | February 5, 2025 |
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Please see the Last Day to Drop without Penalty
Term Breaks
Academic and administrative offices will be open during this period; no classes, tests or assignment due dates occur during this time. Additional or differing dates exist for: Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education (B.Ed. only), Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, and Respiratory Therapy. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term Break (The U of M will be closed Monday November 11 for Remembrance Day) | November 12 to 15, 2024 |
| Winter Term Break (The U of M will be closed Monday February 17 for Louis Riel Day) | February 18 to 21, 2025 |
Examination and Test Dates
Students are reminded that they must remain available until all examination and test obligations have been fulfilled. Additional or differing dates exist for: Agriculture Diploma, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education, Medicine, and Pharmacy. Students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule. Students in faculties, colleges, schools or programs offering irregularly scheduled courses should also see the exam timetable available through their program office.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall Term (includes tests and mid term exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | December 10 to 20, 2024 |
| Winter Term (includes final exams for Fall/Winter Term classes) | April 11 to 25, 2025 |
Challenge for Credit Application Deadline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| For classes offered Fall Term 2023 and spanning Fall/Winter 2023-2024 | September 18, 2024 |
| For classes offered Winter Term 2024 | January 20, 2025 |
Final Grade Appeal Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| For Final grades received for Fall Term 2023 classes | January 23, 2025 |
| For final grades received for Winter Term 2024 and Fall 2023/Winter 2024 classes | June 9, 2025 |
Graduation and University Convocation
Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates will be awarded at Convocation. Graduation date may differ from Convocation Ceremony date. Additional or differing dates exist for Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Respiratory Therapy; students in these programs should also see their respective section of the Academic Schedule.
For students graduating Fall 2024
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | July 25, 2024 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | August 27, 2024 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | October 22 to 23, 2024 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Bannatyne Campus) | October 31, 2024 |
For students graduating February 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | September 17, 2024 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | January 2, 2025 |
| Graduation date for students graduating in February | February 5, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | June 4 to 6, 2025 |
For students graduating Spring 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline to apply online to graduate for most Undergraduate students | January 17, 2025 |
| Faculty of Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* | March 27, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Bannatyne Campus) | May 15, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony (Fort Garry Campus) | June 4 to 6, 2025 |
| Convocation Ceremony - Université de Saint-Boniface | June 16, 2025 |
| Graduate Studies Submission Deadline* for students graduating Fall 2025 | August 21, 2025 |
| Annual Traditional Graduation Pow Wow in honour of Indigenous graduates | May 3, 2025 |
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Last date for receipt by Graduate Studies of Theses/Practica and reports on Theses/Practica, comprehensive examinations, and project reports from students, and lists of potential graduands from departments.
Dates for Summer Term
Start and End Dates (Generally Monday to Thursday classes)
Classes on Monday, May 19th will be made up on Friday, May 23th
Classes on Tuesday, July 1st will be made up on Friday July 4th
Classes on Monday, August 4th will be made up on Friday, August 8th
May - August courses will have no classes scheduled Monday, June 16th to Friday, June 27th
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 5 to June 13, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
| July - August | June 30 to August 8, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 5 to August 8, 2025 - 3 hours instruction/week |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 5 to August 8, 2025 - 6 hours instruction/week |
Registration and Withdrawal Dates
Regular Registration Period
Registration start dates are to be determined by the Registrar’s Office.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | Ends May 4, 2025 |
| July - August | Ends June 29, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | Ends May 4, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | Ends May 4, 2025 |
Late Registration/Registration Revision Period
Students may use this period of time to make changes to their selected courses or class schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 5 to May 8, 2025 |
| July - August | June 30 to July 4, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 5 to May 15, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 5 to May 8, 2025 |
Last Date to Drop without Penalty
Last date to drop and have course excluded from transcripts; VWs will be recorded on transcripts for courses dropped after this date. There will be no refunds for courses dropped after this date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 8, 2025 |
| July - August | July 4, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 15, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 8, 2025 |
Voluntary Withdrawal (VW) deadline
Last date to withdraw and not receive a final grade; students cannot withdraw from courses after this date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | June 3, 2025 |
| July - August | July 29, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | July 17, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | July 17, 2025 |
Fee Payment Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | May 21, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | May 21, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | May 21, 2025 |
| July - August | July 16, 2025 |
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A financial penalty will be assessed on accounts with an outstanding balance after this date. (determined by Financial Services)
Examination and Test Dates
Students are reminded that they must remain available until all examination and test obligations have been fulfilled.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| May - June | June 16 to 21, 2025 |
| July - August | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
| May - August (3 credits) | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
| May - August (6 credits) | August 11 to 16, 2025 |
Challenge for Credit
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Challenge for credit application deadline | |
| For classes offered Summer Term 2025 | April 25, 2025 |