If you're going to select a specialist/major/minor, unfortunately you're going to have to go through another application process 😔
BUT WAIT! It's not like the horrid university applications. This is a simple process that you should be aware of near the start of your first winter semester (aka the second semester of your first year). You will be able to select your program after completing 4.0 credits. The program(s) you select will be in two categories: unlimited and limited 1. The process Unlimited Unlimited programs mean that you can enroll in the program at any time without any academic requirements. Technically, there is no "application" for this. Limited There's a certain time period when you have to apply for limited programs. Details of this cycle & the list of unlimited/limited programs will be found and updated here: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/registrar/unlimited-and-limited-programs To be accepted into a program, you may need to 1) have a minimum specified GPA and/or 2) have a list of prerequisites completed. Example 1: To be qualified for a major in neuroscience, you will need to complete the following: 1) Completed credits of BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], PSYA01H3, and PSYA02H3 2) CGPA (cumulative grade point average) of 2.0 Requirements for each program varies. Example 2: To be qualified for a major in human biology, you will need to complete the following: 1) 1.0 credit in Biology (excluding BIOA11H3), 1.0 credit in Chemistry, and 0.5 credit in Mathematics (excluding MATA02H3) or Statistics *There is no specific GPA outlined. The page says "students are admitted based on academic performance" → Don't panic. As long as you're not failing all your courses, you will be admitted to everything you apply for. --- I panicked a lot too in my first year because (admittedly), I feel like I scraped by the admission requirements to even get into UTSC. Fortunately, my grades were at LEAST 10-20% better first year. Everyone's experiences is different. 2. What happens if I don't meet the requirements by the end of first year??? Help! If you're in Life Sciences, unfortunately some people may not survive CHMA11 the first time around (especially with Ruby Sullan) and that's okay! (I don't have notes for that class because I didn't know how to take notes for chemistry but shhh you'll be fine) So, what happens if you get a low GPA or fail a course? Talk to an academic advisor They'll help you explore all your options on what to do. You can book an appointment with the AA&CC. Retake your courses/choose easy courses to boost your GPA in the summer There are 2 cycles to apply for programs each year. If you fail a course, you can retake it (preferably as a condensed sub-session course) in the summer. Then reapply in the middle of the summer when the second cycle opens. Department clubs at UTSC most likely hold tutor sessions throughout the semester! ENROLL IN AN UNLIMITED PROGRAM THAT WILL GIVE YOU PRIORITY FOR FUTURE COURSES Check the unlimited majors/minors and see which one matches the closest with your desired limited program in terms of courses. If you enroll in that limited program, you may get access to courses that you need. If you don't, the enrollment may be blocked. After, you can reapply and see if you get in your unlimited program next cycle. --- Regardless of how your academic life plays out in first year, you'll be fine. If you don't feel so sure, please take advantage of academic advisors and remember that people at UTSC will 100000% help you. Academic advisors job is to help people like you. Your tuition pays for it. And why do you think I'm spending time writing these blogs?? It's fun as a hobby and I had these exact questions not too long ago. Good luck and keep up with your studies!
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