Undergraduate Calendar 2021-2022 - Concordia University

1 T17-344682021 2022 Undergraduate CALENDARU niversity Mailing AddressesSir George Williams Campus Loyola Campus1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W. 7141 Sherbrooke St. , Quebec Montreal, QuebecH3G 1M8 H4B 1R6 Web of Information to Provincial Minist re de l ducation et de l Enseignement sup rieurUnder the terms of an agreement between Concordia University and the provincial Minist re de l ducation et de l Enseignement sup rieur, approved by the Quebec Access to Information Commission, Concordia University is required to transmit to the Ministry some or all of the following information concerning its students: the student s permanent code, complete name, date of birth, gender, father s complete name, mother s complete name and place of birth. This information is being transmitted, at the Ministry s request, in order to provide the Ministry with the tools to properly calculate funding for Concordia University , for planning purposes and to ensure the proper management of public by the Office of the Provost and Vice President, AcademicEditor: Cynthia FosterCover Design: Concordia University Communications ServicesCopyright Concordia University January 2021 Printed in CanadaISBN 978-1-5251-1099-31 Concordia UNIVERSITYM issionConcordia University is welcoming, engaged, and committed to innovation and excellence in education, research, creative activity and community partnerships.

2 It dares to be different and draws on its diversity to transform the individual, strengthen society and enrich the s vision is to rank among Canada s top five comprehensive universities within the next decade, and to be a first choice for students and faculty locally, across Canada, and internationally in a wide variety of defined areas of research and s core values stem from those long prized by its founding institutions. Concordia has adopted the motto of the city of Montreal, Concordia salus, which speaks to well-being through harmony. The union of two very different institutions of higher education has led to an exceptionally successful synthesis of compatible and timely values the curiosity and engagement of its faculty, staff, and students. Curiosity about the world around us, respectful engagement with those who inhabit it, and strong determination to improve it lead to productive exploration of current understandings, a rich spectrum of creative activity and practice, and the creation and dissemination of new values the openness and respect necessary to provide opportunities to a highly diverse student and faculty population.

3 Diversity at Concordia is interpreted broadly: for example, in addition to embracing diversity in ethnicity, gender, language, and accessibility, Concordia provides students with different and original ways of exploring their interests. Enabling faculty, staff and students to make a progressive impact on their world in ways that respect and engage the uniqueness of each individual is a hallmark of of LifeConcordia values a secure and respectful learning environment and workplace. Concordia is committed to promoting a healthy, safe and sustainable campus and to enhancing the quality of life of the community in which we Calendar2021- 2 022a2 The Undergraduate Calendar is an official University document. It defines academic programs and the regulations that pertain to them. The University Senate reserves the right to modify the academic programs and regulations at its discretion after the posting date of the Calendar .

4 In addition, the University reserves the right to modify the posted scale of tuition and other student fees and to limit the number of students who enrol in any program or course at any time before the beginning of an academic term. Moreover, the information contained in the Undergraduate Calendar or any other University document related to academic programs, deadlines, and regulations is subject to verification and correction by the Office of the Registrar and the School of Graduate all courses listed in this Calendar are offered this year. Students are advised to consult the Undergraduate Class Schedule for a timetable of courses note that the Undergraduate Calendar is available solely online and constitutes the official Undergraduate Calendar of the University . The most recent version of the Calendar is the only version currently in effect. Students are responsible for ensuring that graduation requirements are met, in accordance with the requirements set out in the Calendar corresponding to the year of admission, except for Engineering programs.

5 Students in the Engineering programs are required to graduate having met the substantial equivalent of the curriculum in force in the winter term prior to degree conferral. Archived Calendars may be consulted using the Archived Calendars Calendar is intended to assist readers to understand the academic and administrative structure and policies and procedures of the University , and to describe the academic programs offered. The material has been submitted by academic units and administrative departments. Every effort has been made to ensure that all general information and course references are accurate as of the date of posting, but these are subject to possible verification and correction. By the act of registration each student becomes bound by the policies and regulations of Concordia University , including the Faculty in which the student is registered.

6 Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the general information, rules and regulations contained in the Calendar , and with the specific information, rules and regulations of the Faculty or Faculties in which they are registered or enrolled or seek registration or enrolment, as well as the specific requirements of each degree or certificate sought. It is the student s responsibility to ensure that the courses chosen are appropriate to the program University disclaims all responsibility and liability for loss or damage suffered or incurred by any student or other party as a result of delays in or termination of its services, courses, or classes by reason of force majeure, including fire, flood, riots, war, strikes, lock outs, damage to University property, financial exigency and/or other events beyond the reasonable control of the University .

7 Concordia University disclaims any and all liability for damages arising as a result of errors, interruptions or disruptions to operations or connected with its operations or its campuses, arising out of computer failure or non-compliance of its computing OF CONTENTS2021 22 Concordia University Undergraduate Calendar 3 Section PageACADEMIC Calendar .. 11 9 ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNANCE .. 12 17 ADMISSION REGULATIONS .. 13 23 MATURE ENTRY .. 14 31 TUITION AND FEES .. 15 35 ACADEMIC INFORMATION: DEFINITIONS AND 16 37 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND THE ACADEMIC CODE OF CONDUCT .. 58 POLICY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF TRIBUNAL HEARING POOLS.

8 65 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES .. 67 OMBUDS OFFICE .. 80 STUDENT LIFE AND STUDENT SERVICES .. 18 83 Student Life and Student Services .. 84 Dean of Students .. 84 Student Success Centre .. 86 Campus Wellness and Support Services .. 88 Residence Life .. 90 Financial Aid and Awards Office .. 91 Recreation and Athletics .. 97 International Students Office .. 97 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS .. 19 99 STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS AND ALUMNI RELATIONS.

9 20 105 CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION .. 21 109 TEACHER TRAINING AND TEACHER CERTIFICATION .. 23 111 INSTITUTE FOR CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION .. 24 115 CONVOCATION MEDALS AND PRIZES .. 25 121 University SKILLS .. 26 125 TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTS2021 22 Concordia University Undergraduate Calendar4 FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE .. 31 127 Arts and Science .. 128 Programs and Admission Requirements .. 129 Degree Requirements .. 132 General Education .. 136 Adult Education (see ) Applied Human sciences .

10 138 Biology .. 148 Chemistry and Biochemistry .. 159 Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics .. 169 Communication Studies .. 195 Economics .. 206 Education .. 216 English .. 231 English as a Second Language (see ) tudes fran aises .. 247 Geography, Planning and Environment .. 272 Health, Kinesiology, and Applied Physiology .. 262 History .. 287 Interdisciplinary Elective Groups (see ) Interdisciplinary Studies .. 301 Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality (see ) Journalism .. 304 Mathematics and Statistics.