FAQ

I want a reappraisal of my work and want to know what academic grounds are (e.g., when my lab manual says that to ask a lab coordinator for a reappraisal of a lab assignment, academic grounds are required).

Requests for reappraisal of assignments or tests usually must include academic grounds. Academic grounds are logical reasons for reappraisal that are directly related to the assignment/subject matter, specifically addressing the items that a student feels were not graded correctly. Academic grounds can be evaluated in terms of accuracy and relevance – they do not appeal […]

I have a test scheduled on a religious holiday.

If you have a conflict with a midterm because of a religious commitment, contact your course director as soon as possible to discuss alternative arrangements.  If you cannot write a final exam scheduled by the Registrar’s Office for religious reasons, download and complete the Examination Accommodation form (from the Registrar’s website) and contact your course […]

I am experiencing personal problems that are affecting my schoolwork.

It can be very difficult to deal with personal problems while going to school. York University has many support resources available, and we encourage students to take advantage of them. Remember, these services are designed for you, to help you cope and succeed with life while at university. Most of these services are confidential and […]

I need to prepare a petition.

Information on petitions and preparing petition package(s) are available on the Petition section of the Registrar’s Office website. This website should be your primary source of information.  If you want to discuss whether your concern requires a petition, please speak to an advisor in Science Academic Services in 352 Lumber Building. 

I think I am ready to graduate.

You should review your degree checklist from Science Academic Services to ensure that you will have satisfied all the requirements for your degree program. You can also ask them to conduct an unofficial audit. If you have Transfer Credits or any other unusual circumstances, you may wish to book an advising appointment to discuss your […]

I would like to know the GPA requirements for my program.

To graduate in a Bachelor program requires a minimum overall grade point average of 4.00 (C). If you have passed 90 credits but your GPA is below 4.00, you may attempt to raise your average by taking up to 12 additional credits, to a maximum of 102 credits. You may then be blocked from further […]

I am interested in changing my major to Biology

Please review the minimal requirements for entering Biology before requesting a program change. Requests for a change of major to Biology must be submitted online on the Program Change website. The requirements for entering Biology can be found on our Change of Major page.

I am not sure how to select my courses for next year

Group advising sessions for first- and second-year students are held each spring, in late February or March. Make sure you attend one of these sessions. Times and places are posted on the list serve, this website and are available from the UG office. Slides from previous group advising sessions are posted on the website under […]

I am confused about General Education requirements.

General Education requirements are part of the 1000-level requirements for a BSc degree. All BSc students must complete a minimum of 15 science GE credits and 12 non-science GE credits (in at least 2 different subject areas).  More information about the General Education requirement is available from Science Academic Services, and at the following url: […]

Do I need to do an Honours Thesis? Is the BIOL 3100 prerequisite required?

BIOL 3100 is no longer offered! Any reference to the course no longer applies. You can enroll into BIOL 4000 and ENVB 4000 without BIOL 3100.  Further, please consult your degree requirements to determine whether the thesis is required for your degree. In general:  Program BIOL 4000 (Honors Thesis) Required?     B.Sc. (Bachelor)  No – […]