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Whether you are a new student embarking on your educational journey or a returning student continuing your studies, we are thrilled to have you as part of our department. As we begin this new academic year, we want to ensure that you have the support and guidance you need to succeed. Academic advising plays a crucial role in your academic journey, and we encourage all students to take advantage of this valuable resource.<\/p>\n
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Academic advising is a support service that helps students navigate their university journey. Advisors guide students in selecting courses, understanding degree requirements and setting educational and career goals.<\/p>\n
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Advising Schedule<\/strong><\/a> How to Register<\/a> Having Issues?<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Is Orientation Mandatory?” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes. Students are expected to attend both the Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS) Orientation and the Department of Behavioural Sciences (DBS) Orientation.<\/span><\/p>\n Students are encouraged to attend both sessions, as each orientation covers different information that will help you navigate your academic journey.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”When should I meet with an Academic Advisor?” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]You should meet at least once per semester, especially before registration periods.<\/span>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is Academic Advising available for Postgraduate students?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes, academic advising is available for Postgraduate students. Graduate advisors help with course selection, research opportunities, and navigating the specific requirements of the programme.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is an Academic Advising Hold?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An Advising Hold may be placed on your record if you are in a faculty that requires academic advising prior to registration. You\u00a0must<\/b>\u00a0attend an advising session before your faculty advisor will clear you to register.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is Academic Advising mandatory?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It is required for all first-year students. Otherwise, it\u2019s highly recommended for programme completion<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can advisors help with changing majors?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes! Advisors can explain implications of switching majors and help with the process<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is a Deans Hold?” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A Dean’s Hold indicates that your GPA has fallen below 2.0. Students on a Dean’s Hold are restricted to a maximum course load of three courses. To have the hold removed, please visit an Academic Advisor.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What is a Minor?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A Minor is a secondary area of concentrated study based on a specified number of credits (normally 15) of prescribed courses from Levels II and II either in a single discipline. Visit an academic advisor to explore your minor options.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I pursue a Double Major?” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Visit an academic advisor to explore your options.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Welcome to the Department of Behavioural Sciences Whether you are a new student embarking on your educational journey or a returning student continuing your studies, we are thrilled to have you as part of our department. As we begin this new academic year, we want to ensure that you have the support and guidance you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"difl_page_category":[],"class_list":["post-1553","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\r\nAcademic Advising FAQs<\/span><\/h3>\n
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