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Lassonde Program Change Information

This information is for current York students interested in applying to a Lassonde program for the upcoming Fall/Winter session. If you have additional questions after reviewing this website, please connect with an Academic Advisor.

Applying to a BSc or BA (Major or Minor)


What are the minimum academic requirements to be considered for Digital Media?

• Minimum 24 credits completed at York University
• Minimum 5.0 for an Honours degree or minimum of 4.0 for an Ordinary degree
• 4M Arts or similar training (recommended)
• Completion of:

4U math with an overall average of 75% (completed prior to entry to York);

OR

6.00 credits of SC/MATH (where the course code includes a second digit of 5) with an overall average of 7.0 (B+). All 2nd digit 5 credits will be included in the average calculation; 

OR

6.00 credits of SC/MATH (where the course code does not include a second digit of 5) with an overall average of 5.00 (C+). All non-2nd digit 5 courses will be included in the average calculation.

Math pre-requisites must be completed within the last 5 years. Once SC/MATH courses have been completed, the SC/MATH pre-requisite must be met. Students cannot mix and match. This information is also available in our Program Change Webinar.

If you have completed any LE/EECS course without a second digit of 5 in the past, an EECS GPA of 4.50 will also be required.

***Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as spaces in the program are limited. Decisions will be based on the strength of the applicant pool based on their most recent Fall/Winter academic decision as reflected on the grade report. Summer courses in-progress will not be considered.***

How do I apply?

To apply to any of the above programs, visit the Registrar’s Program Change website.
For information on minimum academic requirements for Space Science or Earth & Atmospheric Science, please visit the Future Students web site.

• SPH4U (or equivalent e.g. PHYS 1510)
• MHF4U (or equivalent e.g. MATH 1510)
• MCV4U (or equivalent e.g. MATH 1520)

And two additional 4U or M courses – recommendation(s):

• SCH4U (or equivalent e.g., CHEM 1500)
• Chemistry is highly recommended for the Atmospheric Science and the Space Science streams.

How do I apply?

To apply to any of the above programs, visit the Registrar’s Program Change website.

Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
***Due to the competitive nature of our programs and limited spacing, only a limited number of applications will be granted admission.***

What are the minimum academic requirements to be considered for Computer Science or Computer Security?

• Minimum 24 credits completed at York University
• Minimum 6.0 (B) overall GPA
• Completion of:

MHF4U and one other 4U math (MCV4U recommended) with an overall average of 75% (with no math grade below 65%);

OR

At least 6.00 credits of SC/MATH (where the course code includes a second digit of 5) with an overall average of 7.0 (B+). All 2nd digit 5 credits will be included in the average calculation;

OR

At least 6.00 credits of SC/MATH (where the course code does not include a second digit of 5) with an overall average of 5.00 (C+). All non-2nd digit 5 courses will be included in the average calculation.

Math pre-requisites must be completed within the last 5 years. Once SC/MATH courses have been completed, the SC/MATH pre-requisite must be met. Students cannot mix and match. This information is also available in our Program Change Webinar.

If applying to a BSc program, completion of SCH4U or SPH4U or equivalent (e.g., SC/CHEM 1500, SC/PHYS 1510) with a B+ or higher is also required and must be successfully completed within the last 5 years.

If you have completed any LE/EECS course without a second digit of 5 in the past, an EECS GPA of 4.50 will also be required.

***Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as spaces in the program are limited. Decisions will be based on the strength of the applicant pool based on their most recent Fall/Winter academic decision as reflected on the grade report. Summer courses in-progress will not be considered.***

Review our Program Change Webinar and an Academic Advisor will go through the process with you.

How do I apply?

To apply to any of the above programs, visit the Registrar’s Program Change website. NOTE – we are no longer accepting applications for FW23

***Effective August 1, 2022 Course Relief applications will no longer be considered for transfers to Computer Science or Computer Security programs. However, if you have been accepted into the program we can process eligible Course Relief applications retroactively.***

When will I get a decision?

You will receive a decision by August 1. We understand that course enrolment for Fall/Winter begins in June so please enrol in courses that reflect your current program.

July 28, 2023 – Decision update
Thank you for your application to our program. The applicant pool was very competitive.
Please review your decision, online. If you were not accepted into the program, it could have been one of two reasons. It could be that you did not meet the minimum requirements for the program or that the program was at capacity.
You are encouraged to review the program transfer requirements and submit an application in the future. You can explore your options with Career experts free of charge if decide to pursue a different degree.


No.

We do not recommend that you “shadow” your desired program. Here are a few reasons why we discourage doing so:

1. Taking courses for a program you are not in will not guarantee admission into and/or graduation from that program in the future.

2. Some students “shadow” another program and later realize it is not their passion and/or they apply and do not gain admission. To avoid a circumstance such as this, invest your time, energy, and tuition in courses required by your current program.

3. Degree requirements can and do evolve over time. When a student is admitted to a new program, they must follow the degree requirements in place at the time of their admission to the new program, not older requirements. Students who “shadow” may be taking courses that correspond to older requirements as opposed to newer requirements. Transfer credit will not apply in these circumstances if a student has accidentally or on purpose taken courses that are no longer relevant.

Rest assured, you can begin taking courses required for your desired major if/when you formally apply and are offered admission into your desired program.
Review our Program Change Webinar. If you are applying to any BA or BSc program in Lassonde, our new webinar covers everything you need to know.

If you are curious to explore which courses Lassonde students take in these various programs, feel free to review the official Academic Calendar requirements online.

Applying to a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)


Explore our Engineering majors:

Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Software Engineering
Space Engineering

YouTube Series: Engineering Programs at Lassonde
YouTube Series: Declaration Week 2023

Curious about courses?

Search for each Engineering major in the Academic Calendar for a glimpse at the kinds of courses students complete within each discipline.

What can you do with your Engineering degree?

Check out the Career Education and Development website. Use their “What can I do with my degree?” tool to learn more about career options, skills developed, and professional organizations associated with various disciplines. Not every major is listed in the tool, but it is a great resource for exploring a variety of related disciplines.
Who uses this process?

First year Engineering students who started in Fall/Winter 2022-2023 must declare a major in the Winter term. For example, if you started in Fall 2022 or Winter 2023 you will have to declare in the Winter 2023 term. Regardless of any Engineering major preference form or communication you may have received from Admissions in the past, all first year Engineering students must submit a Declaration of Major Form in the Winter term.

Students who are currently enrolled in the BEng program who have not yet declared need to declare during this period as well.

Students will be blocked from enrolling in courses for the next Fall/Winter session if they have not declared a major by the end of the Winter term.

What are the minimum academic requirements to declare my major?

Decisions will be based on Fall/Winter grades. Review our Academic Standards website for GPA requirements. Summer grades will not be taken into consideration.

In order for your declaration to be considered, you must be eligible to continue in Engineering.

Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into your top choice of Engineering major.

How do I apply?

Apply via the online form below during the application period. 

When do I apply?

Deadline to apply is May 1, 2023.

When will my new major be effective?

Your program will change to your new major for the Fall/Winter 2023-2024 session.

When will I be notified of a decision?

Students who are eligible to continue in Engineering and who submit their declaration application by the deadline will receive a decision via e-mail late June. During peak periods or if unforeseen circumstances arise, the process including decisions may be delayed. 

Am I guaranteed my top choice Engineering major?

MUST READ: If you received an Engineering program guarantee at the time of admission and are deemed eligible to continue in Engineering at the end of the Fall/Winter session and submit your Engineering declaration of major form by the submission deadline, your Engineering program guarantee will be honoured for the major you were guaranteed at the time of admission.

MUST READ: If you did not receive an Engineering program guarantee at the time of admission or received one, but have since changed your Engineering major preference or do not submit your Engineering declaration of major form by the submission deadline or are not eligible to continue in Engineering at the end of the Fall/Winter session, you are not guaranteed your top choice.

Last year, approximately 80% of students received their top choice Engineering major.

Note that Computer, Electrical, and Software Engineering are particularly competitive. If you do not have an Engineering program guarantee, you are encouraged to aim for an overall GPA of 7.00 or higher if interested in Computer, Electrical, or Software Engineering.

What were the Engineering program lock-in deadlines and requirements during the admission process?

Engineering program lock-in deadlines and requirements are overseen by the Admissions team. Review the deadlines and requirements here.

Where is the application form?

BEng Declaration of Major Form


Who uses this process?

Students who are in a specific Engineering major and want to change to another Engineering major (e.g., Electrical Engineering to Mechanical Engineering) or students who wish to add or remove the International Development Studies Dual Degree.

What are the minimum academic requirements for the program?

Engineering students applying to change their major in Engineering must be in good academic standing and eligible to continue in Engineering to be considered for their program of choice. Review our Academic Standards website for GPA requirements.

Decisions will be based on Fall/Winter grades. Summer grades will not be taken into consideration.

Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into a different major.

How do I apply?

Apply via the online form below during the application period. 

When do I apply?

The deadline to apply is May 1, 2023.

If I get in, when will it be effective?

If you are accepted into a new Engineering major, your program will change to your new major for the Fall/Winter 2023-2024 session.

When will I be notified of a decision?

Communication will go out to students in late June via email. During peak periods or if unforeseen circumstances arise, communication may be delayed.

BEng Change of Major Form
Who uses this process?

Current York students in any other degree that have been exited previously from Engineering and wish to return to Engineering. 

What are the minimum academic requirements for the program?

Current York students who wish to return to the BEng program must meet the following minimum academic requirements by the application deadline to be considered for the program.

• Minimum 5.0 overall cumulative GPA

​Decisions will be based on Fall/Winter grades. Summer grades will not be taken into consideration.

Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. 

How do I apply?

Apply via the online form below during the application period. 

When do I apply?

The deadline to apply is June 1, 2023.

Please note:  Until you are notified otherwise, you should enrol in courses for the Fall/Winter and/or Summer session in the program you are currently in. If re-admitted to Engineering, you will enrol in courses in Engineering at that time.

If I get in, when will it be effective?

If you are accepted back into Engineering, your program will change to your new major for the Fall/Winter 2023-2024 session.

When will I be notified of a decision?

Communication will go out to students in July via email. During peak periods or if unforeseen circumstances arise, communication may be delayed.
 
Return to BEng Form
Who uses this process?

Current York students who were exited from Engineering at the end of the most recent Fall/Winter session and who increased their GPA to meet Honours Progression Rules for Engineering via completion of Summer courses. 

What are the minimum academic requirements for the program?

As per the Summer Continuance Policy, students are eligible to return (after a Fall/Winter exit) if their GPA meets Honours Progression Rules for Engineering via completion of Summer courses:

0 to 35 credits taken = 4.00
36 to 71 credits taken = 4.25
72 to 107 credits taken = 4.80
108 credits taken or more = 5.00 or higher

How do I apply?

Apply via the online form below during the application period. 

When do I apply?

The application will be available July 1, 2023 – September 1, 2023. Students can submit their application even if they are still waiting for Summer grades to be released. Applications will not be reviewed and decided until all Summer grades have been reported.

When will I be notified of a decision?

Communication will go out to students throughout September via email. During peak periods or if unforeseen circumstances arise, communication may be delayed.
 
Return to BEng after Winter Exit and Summer GPA Increase
No.

We do not recommend that you “shadow” your desired program. Here are a few reasons why we discourage doing so:

1. Taking courses for a program you are not in will not guarantee admission into and/or graduation from that program in the future.

2. Some students “shadow” another program and later realize it is not their passion and/or they apply and do not gain admission. To avoid a circumstance such as this, invest your time, energy, and tuition in courses required by your current program.

3. Degree requirements can and do evolve over time. When a student is admitted to a new program, they must follow the degree requirements in place at the time of their admission to the new program, not older requirements. Students who “shadow” may be taking courses that correspond to older requirements as opposed to newer requirements. Transfer credit will not apply in these circumstances if a student has accidentally or on purpose taken courses that are no longer relevant.

Rest assured, you can begin taking courses required for your desired major if/when you formally apply and are offered admission into your desired program.
Who uses this process?

Current York students in any other degree (e.g., BSc Mathematics BSc Earth and Atmospheric Sciences or BA Political Science) who want to change their degree to BEng.
 
What are the minimum academic requirements for the program?

Current York students who wish to enter into the BEng program must meet the following minimum academic requirements by the application deadline to be considered for the program.

• Minimum 24 credits completed at York University
• Minimum 5.0 overall cumulative GPA
• Completion of the following prerequisites with a grade of 70% or above (within the last five years) at a high school level or above: Physics, Chemistry, Calculus, Advanced Functions.
• University prerequisites should be at a grade of C+ or higher.

Decisions will be based on Fall/Winter grades. Summer grades will not be taken into consideration.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements for the program does not guarantee admission. Completing the application and any additional requirements does not guarantee admission. Spaces are limited.

Review the BENG Program Change Webinar and an Academic Advisor will go through the process with you.

The following slides are to help those that were given an Alternate offer to Earth and Atmospheric Science. This slide will provide you with the facts to transfer to BENG in your second year at York University.
Alternate Offer From BENG to BSc EATS Presentation Slides


How do I apply?

Apply via the online form below during the application period. 

When do I apply?

The deadline for FW2023 Entrance is June 1, 2023.

If I get in, when will it be effective?

If you are accepted into Engineering, your program will change for the Fall/Winter 2023-2024 session.

When will I be notified of a decision?

Communication will go out to students in August via email. During peak periods or if unforeseen circumstances arise, communication may be delayed.

Application to Transfer into BEng – is now closed

July 28, 2023 – Decision update
Thank you for your application to our program.The applicant pool was very competitive.
Decision emails have gone out between July 24-31, 2023.
If you were not accepted into the program, it could have been one of two reasons. It could be that you did not meet the minimum requirements for the program or that the program was at capacity.
You are encouraged to review the program transfer requirements and submit an application in the future. You can
explore your options with Career experts free of charge if decide to pursue a different degree.

Applying to BASc Digital Technologies (Markham Campus)


Minimum Admission Requirements for Current York Students:

– Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
– ENG4U (Grade 12 English or equivalent at York)
– MHF4U (Grade 12 Advanced Functions or equivalent at York)
– Four additional 4U or M courses (recommendation: additional 4U / Grade 12 math courses or equivalent completed at York)

High-school pre-requisites must be 75% or above.

– at least 6.00 credits completed at York University
– at least 5.00 overall GPA
– If SC/MATH courses (with 2nd digit 5) are taken at York, minimum B+ / 75% / 7.00 SC/MATH GPA is required (e.g., SC/MATH 1510)
– If SC/MATH courses (without 2nd digit 5) are taken at York, minimum C / 60% / 4.00 SC/MATH GPA is required (e.g., SC/MATH 1300)

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Only students who are eligible to work full-time in Canada and study full time in Canada for the duration of the program will be eligible.

Not Eligible for Transfer Credit:

Due to the program being cohort-based and the integrated nature of the program requirements to balance work and academic study within courses, no transfer credits will be granted, including courses taken at York. There are no exceptions. This rule cannot be petitioned.

Partner Employer Applications:

Admission will be based on a student gaining successful employment with one of our Digital Technology partner companies. Review Digital Technologies Student Job Postings now.

To learn more, visit the Digital Technologies program website.

Program Change Application:

Current York students must apply via the below application form:

Digital Technologies (BASc) Application Form