The modular degree structure affords the opportunity to combine various subjects from different Departments and Faculties. The chart below shows how modules can be combined in the three different types of degrees offered. The modules taken must fit within these degree structures. Departments, Schools, Faculties and Affiliated University Colleges may offer some or all of the above modules. See Faculty and Department listings for details. Combinations other than those listed below have not been approved; consequently, they may not be taken. Enrolment in some modules may be limited.

E (Essential Modules) A (Additional Modules)

15.0 courses after first year, including at least an Honors Specialization or a Double Major, as follows:

15.0 courses after first year including at least a Specialization module or a Major module, as follows:

10.0 courses after first year including at least a Major module or Double Minors, as follows:

Modules in the same discipline normally may not be combined: e.g. an Honors Specialization module in Sociology may not be combined with a Major module or a Minor module in Sociology. However, if a Department offers modules with different titles e.g. Sociology and Criminology, the possibility for combination is at the discretion of the Department and Faculty concerned.

Modules require specific courses, some of which may be common to other modules. Students who wish to combine modules containing the same courses must consult the Department(s) and Faculty concerned to see if such overlap is permitted.

Note: Some degrees limit the number of courses which may be taken in one subject.

A Cross Disciplinary Major module consists of 6.0 senior courses (numbered 2000 - 4999) approved by the student's Dean's Office. Only available in the Bachelor of Arts Degree (Three-Year). Not offered in the Bachelor of Science degree.

Second year students who are taking prerequisite course(s) for a specific module may be registered temporarily in an Undeclared Status within a Three-Year Bachelor Degree only. This status is available only in the Faculties of Arts and Humanities, Science, Social Science and the Affiliated University Colleges. Students progressing into third year must meet the requirements to enter a module. Transfer and Readmitted students who are admitted to an Undeclared Status must consult their Faculty regarding eligibility for specific modules. It is not possible to graduate with a Three-Year Bachelor Undeclared Degree.

Admission Requirements

Students must meet all graduation requirements for the Honors Bachelor Degree (Four-Year). For complete graduation requirements refer to the "Graduation Regulations" section.

DOUBLE MAJOR MODULES

Completion of First Year requirements, including the principal course(s), specified by the Department with a minimum mark of 60% in each of these course(s). Higher standards may apply to some modules. Refer to Departmental listings. Enrolment in some modules may be limited.

For progression in a Specialization module, a student must meet the minimum Progression Requirements to continue at the University. See "Progression Requirements" in this Calendar.

Higher progression standards may be required in some modules. Refer to individual Department listings.

Students must meet all graduation requirements for the Bachelor Degree (Four-Year). For complete degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation Regulations" section.

Completion of First Year requirements, including the principal course(s), specified by the Department(s) with a minimum mark of 60% in each. Higher standards may apply to some modules. Refer to Departmental listings. Enrolment in some modules may be limited.

For progression in a Major module, a student must meet the minimum Progression Requirements to continue at the University. See Progression Requirements Section.

Higher progression standards may be required in some modules.

Students must meet all graduation requirements for the Bachelor Degree (Four-Year). For complete graduation requirements, refer to the "Graduation Regulations" section.

Completion of First Year requirements, including the principal course(s), specified by the Department with a minimum mark of 60% in each. Enrolment in some modules may be limited.

For progression in a Major module, a student must meet the minimum Progression Requirements to continue at the University. See "Progression Requirements" section.

Higher progression standards may be required in some modules. Refer to individual Department listings.

Completion of First Year requirements, including the principal course(s), of each of two Minor modules with a minimum mark of 60% in each principal course. Enrolment in some modules may be limited.

For progression in Double Minor modules, a student must meet the minimum Progression Requirements to continue at the University. See "Progression Requirements" in this Calendar.

Higher progression standards may be required in some modules. Refer to individual Department listings.

Students must meet all graduation requirements for the Bachelor Degree (Three-Year). For complete degree requirements refer to the "Graduation Regulations" section.

Students may upgrade to an Honors Bachelor degree in one of two ways:

All students must complete all outstanding degree requirements in addition to the requirements of the Honors Specialization or Double Major modules chosen.

The following regulations apply to previous University of Western Ontario graduates and graduates of other accredited Universities:

a) Graduates of the University of Western Ontario:

Students who have completed a Bachelor degree (Three-Year) or a Bachelor degree (Four-Year) at The University of Western Ontario may either upgrade to an Honors Bachelor degree or complete the requirements for a different Honors Bachelor degree at the discretion of the department and Faculty concerned. Students must consult the appropriate department(s) or Faculty for assessment of their transcript. They will be considered for a specific Honors Specialization module or Double Major modules in an Honors Bachelor degree if they have met all admission requirements. Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee entrance to an Honors Bachelor degree. The department(s) or Faculty will take into account courses from the first degree and prescribe the courses to be completed. At least 5.0 senior courses must be taken and successfully completed at The University of Western Ontario. Some departments may require more than this number. In addition, the majority of the courses for the Honors Specialization module or for each of the Major modules must be completed through The University of Western Ontario.

b) Graduates of other accredited universities:

Students who have completed a degree from another accredited University must apply for admission to The University of Western Ontario as a Special Student and then, follow the procedure outlined in part "a" above to request a second degree (Honors Bachelor). Students may either upgrade to an Honors Bachelor degree or complete the requirements for a different Honors Bachelor degree at the discretion of the department(s) and Faculty concerned. Graduates of other accredited Universities must also meet The University of Western Ontario residency requirements by taking and successfully completing a minimum of 10.0 senior courses at The University of Western Ontario with honors standards. The majority of the courses for the Honors Specialization module or for each of the Major modules must be completed through The University of Western Ontario.

Notes:

Students applying to upgrade their previous degree conferred under the "old" University of Western Ontario regulations should consult their Faculty regarding permissible upgrades. Students whose previous degree is a professional degree (BA Honors Business Administration, BESc, BFA, BMus, BMusA, BA(HEc), BSc(HEc), BSW(Hons), DDS, LLB or JD, MD, MDiv, MTS) should consult the "Sequential Degree" section for information.

Students may upgrade to a Bachelor Degree (Four-Year) in one of two ways:

All students must complete all outstanding degree requirements for the Bachelor degree (Four-Year) in addition to meeting the specific requirements of the module(s).

The following regulations apply to previous University of Western Ontario graduates and graduates of other accredited Universities:

a) Graduates of The University of Western Ontario:
Students who have completed either a Bachelor degree (Three-Year) or a Bachelor degree (Four-Year) at The University of Western Ontario may apply to upgrade to a Bachelor degree (Four-Year) at the discretion of the department(s) and Faculty concerned. Students must consult the appropriate department(s) or Faculty for assessment of their transcript. At least 5.0 senior courses must be taken and successfully completed at The University of Western Ontario. The majority of the courses for the new modules must be completed through the course offerings of The University of Western Ontario.

b) Graduates of other accredited Universities:
Students who have completed the equivalent of a Bachelor degree (Three-Year or Four-Year) at another accredited University must apply for admission to The University of Western Ontario as a Special Student and then, follow the procedure outlined in part "a" above to request a second Bachelor degree (Four-Year). These students must also meet The University of Western Ontario residency requirements by taking and successfully completing a minimum of 10.0 courses at The University of Western Ontario including all of the required courses for the module(s) chosen.

Notes:

Students applying to upgrade their previous degree conferred under the "old" University of Western Ontario regulations should consult their Faculty regarding permissible upgrades. Students whose previous degree is a professional degree (BA Honors Business Administration, BESc, BFA, BMus, BMusA, BA(HEc), BSc(HEc), BSW(Hons), DDS, LLB or JD, MD, MDiv, MTS) should consult the “Sequential Degree” section for information.

BA Honors Business Administration, BESc, BFA, BMus, BMusA, BA(HEc), BSc(FN), BScN, BSc(HEc), BSW(Hons), DDS, LLB or JD, MD, MDiv, MTS

Students who have been awarded a professional degree by this or another accredited university may be granted advanced standing for a maximum of 10.0 courses toward fulfillment of graduation requirements for a 3 or 4 Year Bachelor degree, or a 4 year Honors Bachelor degree. Consult the Faculty offering the second degree.

Students who have received a 3 or 4 Year or Honors Bachelor Degree from this or another accredited university may be granted advanced standing toward a professional degree. Consult the Faculty offering the professional degree.

Students who have already received a professional degree from this or another accredited university may be granted advanced standing towards the fulfillment of graduation requirements of a second professional degree. Consult the Faculty offering the professional degree.

Students who are currently registered in a professional degree may apply for permission to register concurrently in a Bachelor degree. Tuition fees applicable to the professional degree will be assessed and primary registration will reflect the Faculty offering the professional degree. (For further fees information, please refer to the Student Financial Services section)

Students must consult the Dean's office of both Faculties for permission to register in, progress in and graduate with a second undergraduate degree with an Honors Specialization, Specialization or Major module.

A complete statement by the Dean of the Faculty offering the 3 or 4 Year or Honors Bachelor degree must be forwarded to the student, with a copy to the Office of the Registrar specifying:

a. The courses that may be credited towards both degrees to a maximum of 10.0, with no more than 5.0 courses from faculties other than Arts and Humanities, Health Sciences (excluding Nursing), Information and Media Studies, Science and Social Science.
b. The number and kind of courses required to complete graduation requirements for the second degree including all senior courses for the Honors Specialization, Specialization or Major.
c. These Concurrent Degree regulations do not apply to Senate approved Combined or Joint degrees.

In the case of professional degrees for which normal admission requires one or two years of study in a Bachelor degree, the courses taken as part of such a degree must be included among the 10.0 courses double credited towards both degrees.

Students are encouraged to obtain academic counselling from the Dean of each Faculty during the course of their concurrent degree. Students who fail to meet the progression requirements of either degree will be required to withdraw from the concurrent degree.

Combined or Joint Degrees are Senate approved degrees created by two Faculties where one or both degrees are professional degrees. Normally, these academic options are listed within Departmental or Faculty degree availability sections. Some examples are as follows: