Telephone: (705) 748-1215
Fax: (705) 748-1629
E-mail: registrar@trentu.ca
Web: www.trentu.ca/undergraduate
Office of the Registrar: Blackburn Hall, 1600 West Bank Drive, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 7B8

Trent University welcomes applications from Canadian and international students. Confirmation of an admission offer is required before students may register in courses. The same admission requirements, application and registration procedures, and deadlines apply to study in Peterborough, Oshawa and other locations.
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Protection of Privacy
Trent University receives and maintains information used for the purposes of admission, registration and other fundamental activities related to being a member of the Trent University community and to attending a publicly funded post-secondary institution in the Province of Ontario. The application information provided by the applicant or student and any other information placed into the student file will be used to determine admission eligibility. Information provided may be used to contact an individual regarding their application and to provide other pertinent admission or registration information. All information will be protected and used in compliance with Trent University’s Policy on Privacy Protection and Freedom of Information. Inquiries about the collection, use or disclosure of this information by the University should be directed to the University Registrar, Office of the Registrar, Blackburn Hall, 705-748-1215.
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Degree and Diploma Programs
Trent University offers the following degree and diploma programs:

Degree Programs                                                               Diploma Programs
Bachelor of Arts (Honours and General)                            Canadian Studies
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)                 Foundations of Indigenous Learning
Bachelor of Education Consecutive Program                      Indigenous Environmental Studies
Bachelor of Science (Honours and General)                      Indigenous Management &
Bachelor of Science in Nursing                                                    Economic Development
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science                            Kanyen’keha (Mohawk) Language

Notes

The Honours Degree programs and the Bachelor of Science Degree programs in Nursing and in Forensic Science are 20 credit programs, normally requiring four years of full-time study.
The General Degree programs are 15 credit programs, normally requiring three years of full-time study.
The Diploma programs are one or two years of full-time study.
For information about Degree and Diploma programs see the relevant academic programs section of this Calendar.
For information about the Consecutive Bachelor of Education program please refer to p. 95 of the calendar.
For information about the Emphasis in Geographical Information Systems and the Special Concentration in Museum Studies, which are offered jointly with Sir Sandford Fleming College, see Joint Programs with Sir Sandford Fleming College (p. 243).

Admission Requirements
The admission requirements have been approved by the University Senate. Authority for interpretation of the regulations rests with the Office of the Registrar. The University has the right to accept or reject any applicant.

Minimum admission requirements
All percentages stated in these admission requirements are based on a pass mark of 50%. For schools and colleges operating on a pass mark other than 50%, the percentage required for admission is adjusted.
The minimum admission requirements outlined are for general admission to the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University. Some programs have additional assessment criteria.

English Proficiency Requirements
English is the normal language of instruction and communication at Trent University. Therefore, an applicant whose primary language is not English, or whose previous education has been conducted in another language, must demonstrate a command of English sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, written assignments and participation in tutorials and discussions.
     The following factors will be taken into account in assessing an applicant’s facility in the English language:
•   The primary language of the applicant ordinarily spoken in the home and in the workplace.
•   The duration of residency in an environment in which English is the predominant language.
•   The duration of study and the language of instruction in secondary and post-secondary educational institutions.
•   The results obtained in any academic secondary and/or post-secondary courses in which a high standard of English is required.
•   The results of English language proficiency tests.
Applicants who are determined by the University to have insufficient experience or skills in written and spoken English will be required to achieve a satisfactory score from one of the following English language testing services:
•   TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). The minimum acceptable score for regular admission is 86-90 IBT, 580 PBT or 237 CBT with a minimum TWE score of 4.5 (but see gradual admission below).
•   CAEL (Carleton English Language Test). The minimum acceptable score is 60, with at least 60 in Writing Proficiency (but see gradual admission below).
•   MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery). The minimum acceptable score is 85, with no part below 80 (but see gradual admission below).
•   IELTS (International English Language Testing Services). The minimum acceptable score is 6.5, with no band lower than 6 (but see gradual admission below).
Applicants who have results from recognized Canadian university English language testing services may submit their results for consideration.
     Please note that Trent University reserves the right to request English language proficiency results from any international applicant whose mother tongue is not English.
     Applicants with TOEFL (or equivalent) scores below the acceptable minimums are invited to apply for gradual admission through Trent-ESL: English for University program offered by the Academic Skills Centre. Inquiries can be made through the Academic Skills Centre (e-mail: acdskills@trentu.ca) or the Trent International Program (e-mail: tip@trentu.ca).

The University’s Right to Deny Admission
Completion of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to any course, program or department at the University. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Applicants are advised they will normally require a higher academic average than the published minimum. The University reserves the right to deny admission to any candidate. The University also reserves the right to refuse re-admission to candidates who have not achieved an acceptable academic standing as determined annually by the Committee on Admissions and Scholarships.

The University’s Right to Offer Part-time Admission to Full-Time Applicants
Because of course enrolment restrictions and scheduling issues, admission to the Arts and Science program does not guarantee access to specific courses or major areas of study. The University reserves the right to offer part-time admission to applicants for full-time studies who are not among those selected for full-time admission. All enrolment limits are subject to revision.

Special Entry
Applicants who do not meet the University’s published admission requirements, who nevertheless can produce significant evidence of a likelihood of success at university are invited to apply for special entry. All applicants for special entry will be required to submit a supplementary application outlining academic qualifications, experience and evidence in support of their likely success at university. The supplementary application form can be found at: www.trentu.ca/undergraduate/ pdfs/supplementaryapp.pdf. Normally, applicants for special entry will be required to submit letters of reference and will be expected to make themselves available for an admission interview. Individuals interested in applying for special entry are advised to contact Admissions in advance of making application.

Mature Applicants
Applicants who are 21 years of age at the time classes commence, who have been out of a full-time educational institution for at least two years, and who are not eligible for admission consideration under the other published admission requirements may apply as mature applicants. Applicants are required to submit a supplementary application outlining academic qualifications, experience, reasons for wanting to study at Trent and any further evidence in support of their likely academic success at university. The supplementary application form can be found at: www.trentu.ca/ undergraduate/pdfs/supplementaryapp.pdf. Applicants may be asked to provide further information and/or make themselves available for an admission interview. Mature student applicants are normally considered for admission to the part-time studies program.

Transfer Credits
Transfer credits are credits that may be granted to a student prior to the commencement of their studies at the University. Trent University may recognize academic work completed previously at another accredited university or college by granting Advanced Standing or Transfer Credit, provided that the student’s previous studies are equivalent in their content and rigour. Advanced Standing and Transfer credit may also be granted for some standardized advanced high school programs (see Admission from Secondary Institutions for details).

General Policy on the Transfer of Course Credits from Other Ontario Universities
Trent University subscribes to the following general policy on the transfer of course credits, as adopted by the Council of Ontario Universities:
Acceptance of transfer credits from accredited universities shall be based on the recognition that, while learning experiences may differ in a variety of ways, their substance may be essentially equivalent in terms of their content and rigour. Insofar as possible, acceptance of transfer should allow for the maximum recognition of previous learning experience in university-level courses. Subject to degree, grade and program requirements, any course offered for credit by one university shall be accepted for credit by another Ontario university when there is an essential equivalency in course content.

Notes on Transfer Credit and Advanced Standing.

     Transfer credit is designated in three different ways:
     1. Assigned credit is used when there is a Trent University equivalent.
     2. Unassigned credit in a subject area is used for courses without Trent University equivalents, but which are acceptable to a department as fulfilling subject requirements toward a degree in that department. Individual departments may restrict the amount of unassigned credit that may be counted toward a degree in that department.
     3. General elective credit is used for courses which are judged to be transferable but do not fulfill specific departmental requirements. General elective credits are expressed in terms of arts elective or science elective courses.
     Advanced Standing is placement to a certain level in a subject area granted to students on admission. The department concerned examines the applicant’s previous work or asks him/her to take a placement test, and then places the applicant at a certain level in the sequence of courses in the department. Prerequisite status in a department means that the Trent prerequisite for a course will be waived to enable the student to go on to more advanced work in that discipline.
     The total number of non-Trent credits may not exceed 10.
     A grade of “P” (pass) is assigned to all transfer credits.

Changes to Transfer Credits
Any questions regarding transfer credits must be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar in writing by the end of the third week of classes in the Fall session at Trent, or within three weeks after receipt of the official transfer credit notification. Transfer credits are determined in accordance with the policies and regulations effective at the time the admission decision is made. Subsequent changes to policies and regulations will not affect a previously determined transfer credit assessment. Once transfer credits have been awarded and applied to your Trent academic record, they cannot be removed from your record.

ADMISSIONS FROM SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS

Canadian High Schools. Please review the chart on p. 252 for a detailed description of minimum requirements and prerequisites for admission from a Canadian Secondary school.

Concurrent Trent/Grade 12 Course Registration. Students studying under the university stream curriculum in their final year of secondary school who have high marks may apply to complete course work at Trent concurrent with their completion of grade 12 courses. Students are required to have marks consistently in the A/A+ range, and must obtain written permission from both the Principal of their school and the chair of the appropriate department at Trent University.
Applicants are advised to contact the Assistant Registrar, Admissions, in advance and should apply directly to the University, using the application for Admission to part-time studies.

International Baccalaureate (IB) program. All applicants who have completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum overall score of 28 on the best six courses, including three courses at the Higher Level and three courses at the Subsidiary Level will be considered for admission. English at a Higher or Subsidiary Level with a minimum grade of five (5) is required. Advanced standing and transfer credit will be granted for higher level subjects passed with a grade of five (5) or higher. The maximum credit that will be awarded from an IB Diploma is 5 credits (one year of full-time study). Please refer to Notes on Transfer Credit and Advanced Standing (p. 250).

General Certificate of Education (GCE)
All applicants who have completed the General Certificate of Education (or equivalent) under the British system of education are required to pass at least five Ordinary Level subjects and two Advanced Level subjects with grades of C or better, or at least four Ordinary Level subjects and three Advanced Level subjects with grades of C or better. Two Advanced Subsidiary subjects may be substituted for one Advanced Level subject. A grade of C or better in O-Level English is required to satisfy the English proficiency requirement.
Advanced level subjects with grades of C or better will be considered for Advanced Standing or transfer credit, to a maximum of 5 credits (one year of full-time study).

Other International Systems. Students studying outside Canada who have achieved admission levels for universities in their own country will be considered for admission on an individual basis. For information regarding country-specific admission requirements visit www.trentu.ca/tip or contact the Office of the Registrar.

Advanced Placement Program (see p. 254).

Canadian High School Admission Requirements

Students must successfully complete the requirements for secondary school graduation.
A minimum average of 70% is required for consideration for admission to Trent University.
A minimum grade of 60% must be obtained in English and four different subject areas must be represented in courses to be considered for admission. Scholarships are awarded with a minimum academic average of 80%.

	Alberta/NWT Nunavut	British Columbia/ Yukon	Manitoba	New Brunswick	Newfoundland
General Admission Requirements (required for all programs)	English 30 and at least four additional 30 or 31 courses.	English 12 and at least three additional grade 12 courses.	English 40S and at least four additional level 40 courses including three at the 40S level.	English 12-1 or 12-2 (or French 12-1 or 12-2) and at least four additional academic courses at the 12-1 or 12-2 level.	Twelve credits at the 3000 level including Language 3101 and either Literature 3101 or 3202
Education (Concurrent)	ALL PROVINCES – Students will fulfill requirements for a B.A. or B.Sc. and partial requirements for a B.Ed. while at Trent. Applicants are required to meet admission requirements for both the Education program and their chosen Faculty of Arts and Science program(s). A supplemental application (Personal Statement of Experience or PSE) is required and can be found online at www.trentu.ca/education/concurrent/prforms.htm A minimum average of 75% on courses considered for admission is required.
Forensic Science	Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30, Pure Math 30 or Math 31	Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Math 12	Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Math 40A or 40S	Biology 12-1, Chemistry 12-1 or 12-2, Math 12-1	Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201 or 3203
Nursing	Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30, Pure Math 30 or Math 31	Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Math 12	Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Math 40A or 40S	Biology 12-1, Chemistry 12-1 or 12-2, Math 12-1	Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201 or 3203

Prerequisites for First Year Courses

Students enrolled in B.A. or B.Sc programs (excluding Business, Forensic Science, or Nursing) do not have to declare their major until the end of their first year of study. Individuals who wish to take courses leading to majors in any of the disciplines listed below must ensure that they have the appropriate high school prerequisites to qualify for these first year courses. Prerequisites for first year courses are noted in each academic program section of the Calendar.
     – Biology
     – Chemistry
     – Math
     – Physics

Notes
•   Students applying to the Nursing B.Sc. program should be aware that there are non-academic requirements that must be completed before registration. Please see page 186 for details.
•   Students choosing a Bachelor of Science program should note that fourteen science credits (including one in Mathematics) are required for the Honours degree, eleven (including one in Mathematics) for the General degree.
•   Students applying to the Nursing B.Sc. or Forensic Science B.Sc. program should be aware that their English, Biology, Chemistry and Math grades will be used as part of the admission calculations.

Nova Scotia	Ontario	Prince Edward Island	Quebec	Saskatchewan
English 12 and at least four additional GR 12 courses.	ENG4U and five additional U or M courses.	English 621 or English 611 and at least four additional 600 level academic subjects.	CEGEP – completion of at least 12 academic courses. Grade 12 – six academic (university preparation level) subjects including 12 English.	English A30 and B30 and at least 4 additional level 30 courses.
ALL PROVINCES – Students will fulfill requirements for a B.A. or B.Sc. and partial requirements for a B.Ed. while at Trent. Applicants are required to meet admission requirements for both the Education program and their chosen Faculty of Arts and Science program(s). A supplemental application (Personal Statement of Experience or PSE) is required and can be found online at www.trentu.ca/education/concurrent/ prforms.htm A minimum average of 75% on courses considered for admission is required.
Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Math 12	ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U and one 4U Math	Biology 611 or 621, Chemistry 611 or 621, Math 611 or 621	Biology 301 and 401, Chemistry 301 and 401, Math (2 courses)	Biology 30, Chemistry 30, MathA30, B30 or C30
Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Math 12	SBI4U, SCH4U and one 4U Math	Biology 611 or 621, Chemistry 611 or 621, Math 611 or 621	Biology 301 and 401, Chemistry 301 and 401, Math (2 courses)	Biology 30, Chemistry 30, MathA30, B30 or C30

Advanced Placement (AP) Program

Offered in high schools worldwide, the Advanced Placement Program provides motivated students with the opportunity to take some university level courses while still in high school.
All applicants who have completed Advanced Placement courses from the College Board are required to submit their examination results for evaluation. Advanced standing or transfer credit will be granted for most Advanced Placement courses with examination grades of four (4) or better, to a maximum of 5 credits (one full year of study).

Advanced Placement Course Equivalencies

AP Course Name	Trent Equivalency	Credit Value
Art History	Arts general credit (year1)	1.0
Art Studio (Drawing)	Arts general credit (year1)	1.0
Art Studio (General)	Arts general credit (year1)	1.0
Biology	BIOL 102H and 103H	0.5 + 0.5
Calculus AB	Science general credit (year 1)	1.0
Calculus BC	MATH 110	1.0
Chemistry	CHEM 100	1.0
Comp. Gov. & Politics	Politics unassigned (year 1)	0.5
Computer Science A	COSC 102H	0.5
Computer Science AB	COSC 102H and 104H	0.5 + 0.5
Macroeconomics	ECON 102H	0.5
Microeconomics	ECON 101H	0.5
English Language	no credit	0
English Literature	Arts general credit (year 1) *	1.0
Environmental Science	Environmental & Resources Science unassigned (year 1)	1.0
French Language	Arts general credit (year1) *	1.0
French Literature	Arts general credit (year1) *	1.0
German	GRMN 105	1.0
History – American	History unassigned (year 1)	1.0
History – Europe	HIST 120	1.0
Latin	LATN 100	1.0
Music Literature	Arts general credit (year 1)	1.0
Music Theory	Arts general credit (year 1)	1.0
Physics B	Science general credit (year 1) *	1.0
Physics C – Electricity	Science general credit (year 1) *	0.5
Physics C – Mechanics	Science general credit (year 1) *	0.5
Psychology	PSYC 101	1.0
Spanish Language	Arts general credit (year1) *	1.0
Spanish Literature	Arts general credit (year1) *	1.0
U.S. Government	Politics unassigned (year 1)	0.5

Notes
• Students may receive appropriate assigned course equivalency following an individual placement interview with the chair of the department.
• 1.0 credit equals one full course; 0.5 credits equal one half course.

ADMISSIONS FROM POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS

Please refer to Notes on Transfer Credit and Advanced Standing (p.250).

Canadian Universities. Students applying for admission to the Faculty of Arts and Science from an accredited university will be considered for admission following at least one semester of study with a 65% average (2.5 gpa). Admission consideration is based on a student’s overall academic background including secondary school results. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Applicants are advised they will normally require a higher academic average than the published minimum.
Applicants holding a first degree may be admitted to undergraduate studies to undertake a second undergraduate degree. Applicants with first degrees from universities may be admitted with a minimum average of 65% (2.5 gpa). Ten credits (the equivalent of two years of full-time study) may be transferred toward a second degree. Applicants may not undertake a second degree in the same major as their first degree.

Canadian Community Colleges, Institutes of Technology and Accredited Bible Colleges. Students applying for admission to the Faculty of Arts and Science from a community college situated in Canada will be considered for admission following at least one semester of study with a minimum 65% average (2.5 gpa). Admission consideration is based on a student’s overall academic background including secondary school results. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Applicants are advised they will normally require a higher academic average than the published minimum.
Transfer credit to a maximum of 8 credits may be granted based on overall academic background, length of program, and on the recommendations of the appropriate departments at Trent University.

Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT). Students attending a College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) will be considered for admission upon completion of at least one term of full-time study in an acceptable diploma program with an overall average of 65% (2.5 gpa) or better. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Applicants are advised they will normally require a higher academic average than the published minimum.
Transfer credit to a maximum of 8 credits may be granted based on overall academic background, length of program, and on the recommendations of the appropriate departments at Trent University.

Quebec Applicants from CEGEP. Applicants from CEGEP are required to present at least 12 academic courses representing at least four different academic disciplines.
A minimum overall average of 65% is required. The admission average is based on all academic courses completed for credit. Failed courses will be taken into consideration in determining admission. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Applicants are advised they will normally require a higher academic average than the published minimum.
Transfer credit to a maximum of 5 credits (equivalent to one year of full-time study) may be granted based on overall academic background, length of program, and on the recommendations of the appropriate departments at Trent University.

Foreign Post-Secondary Institutions. Students applying for admission to Trent University from an accredited university degree, college diploma or associate degree program outside Canada will be considered for admission following the completion of at least one semester of study with a minimum B- average (2.7 gpa on a scale of 4.0) on academic courses. Admission consideration is based on the student’s overall academic background including secondary school results. Enrolment is limited and the University will select the most qualified candidates for admission. Transfer credit to a maximum of 10 credits (the equivalent of two years of full-time study) may be granted depending on course content and marks. Applicants holding a first degree may be admitted to undergraduate studies to undertake a second undergraduate degree. Applicants may not undertake a second degree in the same major as their first degree.
Second Degree
     Students who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree may apply for admission to a second degree program. Students may not complete a second degree at the same or lower level in the same subject area(s).
         Students who have completed an undergraduate degree at an institution other than Trent must apply for admission through the Ontario Universities Application Centre. Students who hold a Trent degree and wish to pursue a second degree must apply for re-admission to the second degree program (please see below for information on re-admission procedures).
         The minimum requirements for admission to a second degree include successful completion of the first degree with 65% or better. As enrolment may be limited, applicants are advised they may require a higher academic average in order to be admitted. Note that a maximum of ten credits (the equivalent of two years of full-time study) may be transferred for credit towards a second degree.

Policies on Re-admission

Definitions:

Re-admission: Re-admission is the process of application by former students at Trent University to return to
their studies after a period of non-registration at Trent University.

Voluntary Withdrawal: If students choose to stop out for an academic year (or a portion of an
academic year) and not to study at Trent University, then they are considered to
have voluntarily withdrawn from the University.

Involuntary Withdrawal: If students are required by the University to stop out for an
academic year (or more), then they are considered to have involuntarily
withdrawn from the University. Students may be required to withdraw from the University for academic or non-academic reasons. The University reserves the right to apply additional
criteria for re-admission after an involuntary withdrawal which include but are not limited to:
admission to the Fresh Start Program, reduced course load, regular contact with a Senior Tutor,
ongoing counseling or behavioural contracts (depending upon the specific nature of the involuntary withdrawal).
The type of withdrawal will determine the policies on re- admission which apply at the time of application to return.

Policies On Re-admission following Voluntary Withdrawal from the University

Category	Status prior to Re-admission	Policy
Student has not been registered for a 12 month period	Academic status of “eligible to proceed” Cumulative average of 65% over 3 or more credits	admit full-time or part-time (based upon student request) refer to Senior Tutor for advice
Student has not been registered for a 12 month period	academic status of “probation”	admit full-time or part-time (based on student request refer to Senior Tutor for conditions
Student has not been registered for a 12 month period	has completed fewer than 3 credits no academic status has been assessed	admit full-time or part-time (based on student request) refer to Senior Tutor for conditions
Student has graduated with a General degree and wishes to pursue an Honours degree	Meet the requirements for continuation in an Honours program	admit full-time or part-time (based on student request) admit to Honours program (if major is same as General) or to Second Degree (if major is different from General degree)

Policies On Re-admission following Involuntary Withdrawal from the University