New Students
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Before Enrolling
Welcome to the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University
The first presentation covers essential topics to help you prepare for enrollment. Topics covered:
- Starting off strong
- York terminology (i.e., sessions, terms, credits, full-time versus part-time)
- Student Accessibility Services (SAS)
- Decoding course codes, prerequisites, and corequisites
- Searching for courses
- What to expect on your new student enrolment date (i.e., Thursdays versus Fridays)
- Transfer credits
- Degree requirements (e.g., program checklists, academic calendars, and the degree progress report, general education, science breadth, iBA and iBSc, etc.)
- Passport York (PPY)
- Preparing to enrol
Time to Enrol
Enrolment Demonstration
Please proceed only after you have successfully reviewed “Presentation 1: Before Enrolling.” It’s time to look at a brief demonstration on how to enroll.
Proceed to “Presentation 2: Enrolment Demo.” Then, use the information and resources below to enroll in your courses.
WINTER ADMITS: IMPORTANT ENROLMENT INFORMATION
Welcome, Winter admits! Your first opportunity to enrol is in Winter Term (Term W) courses.
Please note: Winter admits will enrol in Winter courses only at this time. Summer course enrolment begins next March.
Please keep this timeline in mind as you plan your first term at Lassonde.
Below are mock timetables generated in the Visual Schedule Builder, featuring the courses we recommend you complete.
FULL-TIME STATUS
To maintain full-time status, enrol in at least 9.00 credits this term. If you are registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS), you may maintain full-time status with a minimum of 6.00 credits.
FULL-TIME STATUS
To maintain full-time status, enrol in at least 9.00 credits this term. If you are registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS), you may maintain full-time status with a minimum of 6.00 credits.
Open 4 tabs in your internet browser:
1. Enrolment Guide for New Undergraduate Students (to learn more about enrolling in courses)
2. Your program checklist (to review your required courses)
3. York Courses website (to learn more about your courses)
4. Registration and Enrolment Module (REM) (to enrol into courses)
1. Enrolment Guide for New Undergraduate Students (to learn more about enrolling in courses)
2. Your program checklist (to review your required courses)
3. York Courses website (to learn more about your courses)
4. Registration and Enrolment Module (REM) (to enrol into courses)
A conflict-free starting point, built just for you.
We know course enrolment can feel overwhelming at first. To make it easier, the Lassonde School of Engineering Academic Advising team has prepared a conflict-free timetable for you in the Visual Schedule Builder. Use it as your starting point: explore your options, add your outside-major electives, and copy your selected catalogue numbers into the Registration and Enrolment Module.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Computer Science
– Toggle between EECS 1012 or EECS 1015.
– Toggle MATH 1025 (this course is recommended, but not required, and if completed, counts towards Science Breadth).
– BSc Computer Science students, add Foundational Science Lab courses.
– BSc Computer Science students, add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
– BA Computer Science students, add General Education courses such as AP/HUMA, AP/SOSC, and/or SC/NATS.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Cybersecurity
– BSc Cybersecurity students, add Foundational Science Lab courses.
– BSc Cybersecurity students, add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
– BA Cybersecurity students, add General Education courses such as AP/HUMA, AP/SOSC, and/or SC/NATS.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Digital Media
– Toggle FA/DANC 1900. Note that not all FA/XXXX 1900-series are offered every term of every year.
– Toggle FA/DATT 2100 (a second year course, but with no prerequisites and which may fit in your first term).
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Earth and Atmospheric Science (Atmospheric Science Stream)
– Add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
You’ll complete your 2nd term courses in Summer 2027. Summer course enrolment begins next March.
Transfer Credits? We’ve Got You Covered!
Open your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB). Remove any courses you’ve already completed (from transfer credits). Add courses for which you may have already met the prerequisites and/or corequisites through transfer credits, ensuring you stay on track with your program! Check your Academic Advising notes for tips on which courses you still need to take.
Frequently Asked Questions on this topic:
How do I use the Visual Schedule Builder?
Proceed to explore how to use the Visual Schedule Builder. Do not attempt to enrol into any lab identified as Lab 99. This is reserved for students repeating the course who have already completed the labs at York University.
“My Bachelor of Science checklist refers to something called “Science Breadth”. Which subjects qualify as Science Breadth?”
For Computer Science students, which subjects qualify as Science Breadth?
biology, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, earth and atmospheric science, geography, kinesiology and health science, mathematics and statistics, physics and astronomy, psychology, science and technology studies. Note: the following will not count towards this requirement: SC/BIOL 1500 3.00, SC/CHEM 1500 4.00, SC/PHYS 1510 4.00, and all Natural Science (SC/NATS) courses.
We know course enrolment can feel overwhelming at first. To make it easier, the Lassonde School of Engineering Academic Advising team has prepared a conflict-free timetable for you in the Visual Schedule Builder. Use it as your starting point: explore your options, add your outside-major electives, and copy your selected catalogue numbers into the Registration and Enrolment Module.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Computer Science
– Toggle between EECS 1012 or EECS 1015.
– Toggle MATH 1025 (this course is recommended, but not required, and if completed, counts towards Science Breadth).
– BSc Computer Science students, add Foundational Science Lab courses.
– BSc Computer Science students, add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
– BA Computer Science students, add General Education courses such as AP/HUMA, AP/SOSC, and/or SC/NATS.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Cybersecurity
– BSc Cybersecurity students, add Foundational Science Lab courses.
– BSc Cybersecurity students, add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
– BA Cybersecurity students, add General Education courses such as AP/HUMA, AP/SOSC, and/or SC/NATS.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Digital Media
– Toggle FA/DANC 1900. Note that not all FA/XXXX 1900-series are offered every term of every year.
– Toggle FA/DATT 2100 (a second year course, but with no prerequisites and which may fit in your first term).
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Earth and Atmospheric Science (Atmospheric Science Stream)
– Add Non-Science General Education courses from the approved Non-Science list.
You’ll complete your 2nd term courses in Summer 2027. Summer course enrolment begins next March.
Transfer Credits? We’ve Got You Covered!
Open your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB). Remove any courses you’ve already completed (from transfer credits). Add courses for which you may have already met the prerequisites and/or corequisites through transfer credits, ensuring you stay on track with your program! Check your Academic Advising notes for tips on which courses you still need to take.
Frequently Asked Questions on this topic:
How do I use the Visual Schedule Builder?
Proceed to explore how to use the Visual Schedule Builder. Do not attempt to enrol into any lab identified as Lab 99. This is reserved for students repeating the course who have already completed the labs at York University.
“My Bachelor of Science checklist refers to something called “Science Breadth”. Which subjects qualify as Science Breadth?”
For Computer Science students, which subjects qualify as Science Breadth?
biology, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, earth and atmospheric science, geography, kinesiology and health science, mathematics and statistics, physics and astronomy, psychology, science and technology studies. Note: the following will not count towards this requirement: SC/BIOL 1500 3.00, SC/CHEM 1500 4.00, SC/PHYS 1510 4.00, and all Natural Science (SC/NATS) courses.
A conflict-free starting point, built just for you.
We know course enrolment can feel overwhelming at first. To make it easier, the Lassonde School of Engineering Academic Advising team has prepared a conflict-free timetable for you in the Visual Schedule Builder. Use it as your starting point: explore your options, add your outside-major electives, and copy your selected catalogue numbers into the Registration and Enrolment Module.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Engineering
You’ll complete your 2nd term courses in Summer 2027. Summer course enrolment begins next March.
Transfer Credits? We’ve Got You Covered!
Open your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB). Remove any courses you’ve already completed (from transfer credits). Add courses for which you may have already met the prerequisites and/or corequisites through transfer credits, ensuring you stay on track with your program! Check your Academic Advising notes for tips on which courses you still need to take.
Frequently Asked Questions on this topic:
How do I use the Visual Schedule Builder?
Proceed to explore how to use the Visual Schedule Builder. Do not attempt to enrol into any lab identified as Lab 99. This is reserved for students repeating the course who have already completed the labs at York University.
We know course enrolment can feel overwhelming at first. To make it easier, the Lassonde School of Engineering Academic Advising team has prepared a conflict-free timetable for you in the Visual Schedule Builder. Use it as your starting point: explore your options, add your outside-major electives, and copy your selected catalogue numbers into the Registration and Enrolment Module.
1st Term – Winter 2027 – Engineering
You’ll complete your 2nd term courses in Summer 2027. Summer course enrolment begins next March.
Transfer Credits? We’ve Got You Covered!
Open your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB). Remove any courses you’ve already completed (from transfer credits). Add courses for which you may have already met the prerequisites and/or corequisites through transfer credits, ensuring you stay on track with your program! Check your Academic Advising notes for tips on which courses you still need to take.
Frequently Asked Questions on this topic:
How do I use the Visual Schedule Builder?
Proceed to explore how to use the Visual Schedule Builder. Do not attempt to enrol into any lab identified as Lab 99. This is reserved for students repeating the course who have already completed the labs at York University.
Your schedule isn’t locked in until you enrol via the Registration and Enrolment Module.
Go back to the Registration and Enrolment Module (REM) and click “Add.”
Copy the 6-digit catalogue numbers from the bottom of your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB) timetable and paste them into the Registration and Enrolment Module (REM).
You can still add, drop, transfer, or exchange courses in the Registration and Enrolment Module before classes begin. There is time to make changes, even after your enrolment date.
Enrol in courses today.
After you have officially enrolled, view your Class Schedule View via My Online Services.
Go back to the Registration and Enrolment Module (REM) and click “Add.”
Copy the 6-digit catalogue numbers from the bottom of your Visual Schedule Builder (VSB) timetable and paste them into the Registration and Enrolment Module (REM).
You can still add, drop, transfer, or exchange courses in the Registration and Enrolment Module before classes begin. There is time to make changes, even after your enrolment date.
Enrol in courses today.
After you have officially enrolled, view your Class Schedule View via My Online Services.
General Education “Gen Ed” courses provide a broad perspective on current scholarship and the diversity of human experience. These courses are also expected to enhance students’ critical skills in reading, writing and thinking, and contribute to their preparation for post-university life. You have the option to complete your General Education credits whenever you choose, prior to graduation.
Where can I find the criteria for the BSc/iBSc Non-Science requirement or BA General Education requirement or BEng Complementary Studies requirement?
The list of eligible courses and subject areas are available for you in the “Faculty Rules > Regulations Governing Undergraduate Degree Requirements” section of your Academic Calendar.
For your convenience, the following resources are also available:
BSc/iBSc: Approved BSc Non-Science Courses and Subject Areas
BEng: Approved BEng Complementary Studies Courses and Subject Areas
BA/iBA: Complete 6.00 credits in Humanities (AP/HUMA), 6.00 credits in Social Science (AP/SOSC), 6.00 credits in Natural Science (SC/NATS) and an additional 3.00 credits in either Humanities, Social Science, or Natural Science, for an overall total of 21.00 General Education credits.*
*BA Digital Media students:
– your 1900-series AMPD (FA) credits (not including FA/DATT 1900) count towards the Humanities requirement
– your CMDS and STS credits count towards the Social Science requirement
Where can I find the criteria for the BSc/iBSc Non-Science requirement or BA General Education requirement or BEng Complementary Studies requirement?
The list of eligible courses and subject areas are available for you in the “Faculty Rules > Regulations Governing Undergraduate Degree Requirements” section of your Academic Calendar.
For your convenience, the following resources are also available:
BSc/iBSc: Approved BSc Non-Science Courses and Subject Areas
BEng: Approved BEng Complementary Studies Courses and Subject Areas
BA/iBA: Complete 6.00 credits in Humanities (AP/HUMA), 6.00 credits in Social Science (AP/SOSC), 6.00 credits in Natural Science (SC/NATS) and an additional 3.00 credits in either Humanities, Social Science, or Natural Science, for an overall total of 21.00 General Education credits.*
*BA Digital Media students:
– your 1900-series AMPD (FA) credits (not including FA/DATT 1900) count towards the Humanities requirement
– your CMDS and STS credits count towards the Social Science requirement
We want to support you as you continue to strengthen your English language skills. York University offers a wide array of English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. Many ESL courses can also be counted towards the General Education requirement.
For incoming students with an ESL background, we recommend completion of one or more of the following:
6.00 ESL1000/HUMA1220 Canadian Language and Culture or 6.00 ESL1450/HUMA1745 Thinking about Contemporary Canada
6.00 ESL1200 Society and Culture
3.00 ESL1010 Advancing Academic Reading and Writing
3.00 ESL1015 Advancing Oral Communication
To learn more about each course, proceed to the York Courses Website and search by “Subject”.
To request permission to enrol into one of the above ESL courses, please complete and submit the ESL Course Permission Request Form.
For incoming students with an ESL background, we recommend completion of one or more of the following:
6.00 ESL1000/HUMA1220 Canadian Language and Culture or 6.00 ESL1450/HUMA1745 Thinking about Contemporary Canada
6.00 ESL1200 Society and Culture
3.00 ESL1010 Advancing Academic Reading and Writing
3.00 ESL1015 Advancing Oral Communication
To learn more about each course, proceed to the York Courses Website and search by “Subject”.
To request permission to enrol into one of the above ESL courses, please complete and submit the ESL Course Permission Request Form.
After you have officially enrolled, view your Class Schedule View via My Online Services.
Ensure there are no course conflicts and that you adhere to prerequisite and corequisite sequences.
Ensure there are no course conflicts and that you adhere to prerequisite and corequisite sequences.
There are three possible reasons for a REM block:
1. Your offer of admission is conditional on receipt of your proof of English language proficiency. When your proof of English language proficiency has been received by Admissions, your REM block will be removed. For questions, contact Admissions.
2. You are an International Student and have not paid the $2000.00 CDN acceptance deposit. If you have been approved for domestic fees, the deposit is $300.00 CDN. When your deposit has been received by the Office of the University Registrar, your REM block will be removed. For questions, contact the Office of the University Registrar.
3. You are attempting to enrol prior to the enrolment time referenced in your MyFile account. Please ensure you follow the guidance available in your MyFile account (“Find out how and when I can enrol …”).
1. Your offer of admission is conditional on receipt of your proof of English language proficiency. When your proof of English language proficiency has been received by Admissions, your REM block will be removed. For questions, contact Admissions.
2. You are an International Student and have not paid the $2000.00 CDN acceptance deposit. If you have been approved for domestic fees, the deposit is $300.00 CDN. When your deposit has been received by the Office of the University Registrar, your REM block will be removed. For questions, contact the Office of the University Registrar.
3. You are attempting to enrol prior to the enrolment time referenced in your MyFile account. Please ensure you follow the guidance available in your MyFile account (“Find out how and when I can enrol …”).
After Enrolling
Finances and Important Dates
The final presentation addresses key topics to know after enrolling. Here’s what it covers:
- Information for International Students: acceptance deposit
- Information for Domestic Students: registration deposit
- How and when to pay tuition fees
- How and when to apply for financial aid
- Ongoing financial commitments
- Important dates (e.g., add, drop, withdrawal, and refund deadlines)
- Overview of your accomplishments so far and important next steps
- How to connect with an Academic Advisor
It’s time to review York University’s Quick Financial Guide.
Next, let’s summarize your financial commitments and financial aid options:
1. Your Deposit:
International Students: Ensure you have paid your $2000.00 CDN non-refundable acceptance deposit (due within 10 days of accepting your offer of admission).
Domestic Students: Ensure you pay your $300.00 CDN non-refundable registration deposit (due within 10 days of enrolling in your first course).
2. Your Tuition:
Fall term tuition fees are due September 10.
Winter term tuition fees are due January 10.
Summer term tuition fees are due May 10.
For your overall tuition balance owing, check your Student Account Online Financial Statement today. Your statement is updated on the 20th of each month.
Learn more about course and program fees now.
3. Financial Aid:
Bookmark and explore the Financial Aid, Awards, and Scholarships (FAAS) and Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries websites. When applications open, apply for scholarships, awards, and bursaries.
If your circumstances change after enrolling, and you are unable to attend school, please drop your course(s) by the tuition refund deadlines and request to defer your offer of Admission.
Next, let’s summarize your financial commitments and financial aid options:
1. Your Deposit:
International Students: Ensure you have paid your $2000.00 CDN non-refundable acceptance deposit (due within 10 days of accepting your offer of admission).
Domestic Students: Ensure you pay your $300.00 CDN non-refundable registration deposit (due within 10 days of enrolling in your first course).
2. Your Tuition:
Fall term tuition fees are due September 10.
Winter term tuition fees are due January 10.
Summer term tuition fees are due May 10.
For your overall tuition balance owing, check your Student Account Online Financial Statement today. Your statement is updated on the 20th of each month.
Learn more about course and program fees now.
3. Financial Aid:
Bookmark and explore the Financial Aid, Awards, and Scholarships (FAAS) and Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries websites. When applications open, apply for scholarships, awards, and bursaries.
If your circumstances change after enrolling, and you are unable to attend school, please drop your course(s) by the tuition refund deadlines and request to defer your offer of Admission.
After enrolling in courses and learning more about how and when to pay your deposit and tuition fees, bookmark a few critical websites:
1. The Important Dates website (i.e. add course deadlines, drop course deadlines, term start and end dates, exam periods, Reading Week, Winter Break, tuition refund deadlines, etc.)
2. The Academic Calendar website (i.e. the most official document of record containing all of the rules and regulations for your program)
3. The Program Checklist website (i.e. a helpful resource to know which courses to take and when)
Curious about laptop or computing recommendations? Review Computer Suggestions for Students prepared by Associate Professor and Professional Engineer James Smith of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
1. The Important Dates website (i.e. add course deadlines, drop course deadlines, term start and end dates, exam periods, Reading Week, Winter Break, tuition refund deadlines, etc.)
2. The Academic Calendar website (i.e. the most official document of record containing all of the rules and regulations for your program)
3. The Program Checklist website (i.e. a helpful resource to know which courses to take and when)
Curious about laptop or computing recommendations? Review Computer Suggestions for Students prepared by Associate Professor and Professional Engineer James Smith of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Monitor our Orientation website regularly for details on your Academic and Social Orientation.
We know this is such an exciting time for not just you, but your family and supporters as well! We have some wonderful opportunities for your Family and Supporters. Explore the Lassonde Parent and Supporters Website today as well!
Curious about laptop or computing recommendations? Review Computer Suggestions for Students prepared by Associate Professor and Professional Engineer James Smith of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Curious about laptop or computing recommendations? Review Computer Suggestions for Students prepared by Associate Professor and Professional Engineer James Smith of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
“I require a verification of enrolment letter. Where can I obtain one?
Verification of enrollment letters, letters to unlock Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs), support letters for entry to Canada, and similar documents are available after you have enrolled and the University has received your registration deposit.
Please proceed to Request a Letter.
Verification of enrollment letters, letters to unlock Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs), support letters for entry to Canada, and similar documents are available after you have enrolled and the University has received your registration deposit.
Please proceed to Request a Letter.
Need to Know Before You Go
Congratulations on your achievements so far today!
At this point, we expect that you have received your new student enrolment package via e-mail, reviewed carefully and in full our enrolment and advising presentations (“Before Enrolling”, “Enrolment Demo”, and “After Enrolling”), and you have successfully enrolled in your courses. Excellent!
As you conclude your enrolment experience today, take some time to review the below items. You may find the below information and resources helpful today or in the future:
Classes begin Monday January 4, 2027.
Refer to your official timetable also known as your Class Schedule View. On Monday January 4, attend the lectures, labs, and tutorials corresponding to the “Monday”.
It will take some time to learn York’s building acronyms and navigate your way around the campus. Bookmark the Keele Campus map to help make it easier to find your lectures, labs, and tutorials.
Refer to your official timetable also known as your Class Schedule View. On Monday January 4, attend the lectures, labs, and tutorials corresponding to the “Monday”.
It will take some time to learn York’s building acronyms and navigate your way around the campus. Bookmark the Keele Campus map to help make it easier to find your lectures, labs, and tutorials.
Log in to your MyFile account. Review your offer of admission letter. Ensure that you have satisfied or are on track to satisfy all of your admission conditions.
If you have any questions or concerns about your conditions, contact an Admissions Expert:
York University Admissions (study@yorku.ca)
Lassonde Admissions and Recruitment (ask@lassondeschool.com)
If you have any questions or concerns about your conditions, contact an Admissions Expert:
York University Admissions (study@yorku.ca)
Lassonde Admissions and Recruitment (ask@lassondeschool.com)
Review the details for all of your courses via the York Courses website. Ensure you are adhering to all prerequisite and corequisite sequences.
Your official degree requirements can be found in the Academic Calendar. Students follow the academic calendar associated with the year they started their major.
Additional helpful tools are available to help you learn more about your degree requirements:
1. Program checklists identify which courses should be taken in which year level. From time to time, program checklists may be updated. The most up to date version of all program checklists will be available via the Academic Support section of the Lassonde Student Life website.
2. The Degree Progress Report (DPR) is a helpful tool identifying which degree requirements are satisfied, potentially satisfied, or not yet satisfied. Students must be in a declared major or stream in order to use the DPR.
If you are a transfer credit student, your transfer credits will be coded into your DPR in your first term (for Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Earth and Atmospheric Science students) or in your second year (for Digital Media and Engineering students).
Additional helpful tools are available to help you learn more about your degree requirements:
1. Program checklists identify which courses should be taken in which year level. From time to time, program checklists may be updated. The most up to date version of all program checklists will be available via the Academic Support section of the Lassonde Student Life website.
2. The Degree Progress Report (DPR) is a helpful tool identifying which degree requirements are satisfied, potentially satisfied, or not yet satisfied. Students must be in a declared major or stream in order to use the DPR.
If you are a transfer credit student, your transfer credits will be coded into your DPR in your first term (for Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Earth and Atmospheric Science students) or in your second year (for Digital Media and Engineering students).
Every effort is made in the Lassonde School of Engineering to ensure that each student receives academic advice and sufficient information to guide them in course selection and program choice. Within this context, student responsibilities include but are not limited to:
– ensuring that the courses chosen meet all program and degree requirements for graduation;
– verifying the accuracy of registration records, including all course changes;
– fulfilling the requirements, including course pre-/co-requisite requirements, and being aware of academic progress in their program of study and in all registered courses; attending class and submitting all required course work;
– understanding and adhering to the Senate Policy on Academic Honesty, the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities, as well as other relevant Senate Policies;
– noting and abiding by the sessional deadline dates published on the Important Dates webpage each year, especially course add/drop/withdrawal and refund deadline dates;
– creating a conflict-free timetable.
– ensuring that the courses chosen meet all program and degree requirements for graduation;
– verifying the accuracy of registration records, including all course changes;
– fulfilling the requirements, including course pre-/co-requisite requirements, and being aware of academic progress in their program of study and in all registered courses; attending class and submitting all required course work;
– understanding and adhering to the Senate Policy on Academic Honesty, the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities, as well as other relevant Senate Policies;
– noting and abiding by the sessional deadline dates published on the Important Dates webpage each year, especially course add/drop/withdrawal and refund deadline dates;
– creating a conflict-free timetable.
Our team of Academic Advisors and Student Welcome and Support Centre (SWSC) staff can help.
Academic Advising
Student Welcome and Support Centre
Lassonde School of Engineering
E: ask@lassonde.yorku.ca
W: https://lassonde.yorku.ca/student-life
