Frequently Asked Questions

I have special permission to enroll in a class but I cannot enroll online:

  • Please contact the Office of the Registrar so that they can help you enroll in the course. As long as they see the permission on your file, they will be able to manually add you in (providing the course is not full).
  • https://registrar.uwo.ca/services/contact_us.html 

Do I have everything I need to graduate (Grad Checks)?

Can I enroll in a full class or tutorial?

  • Due to building sizes and student capacities, you cannot be added into a full class or tutorial. Please continue to monitor each course through the add/drop period to see if a spot opens up.

Taking a course at another university (Letter of Permission):

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Special Permissions if you do not have the pre-requisite:

  • Engineers:
    • 1036 is equivalent to C.S. 1026 and you can be granted permission to use this course as the prerequisite for C.S. 1027. However, you must first have permission (and show us) from the Faculty Academic Counsellors to switch into the program prior to being granted special permission.
  • For other requests, please submit a ticket.

Switching Programs:

  • Computer Science is a DEPARTMENT within the FACULTY of Science. If you want to switch programs you must seek permission from an Academic Counsellor from your home faculty (ex. Social Science, Engineering, Humanities, etc.) in addition to an Academic Counsellor from The Faculty of Science.

I want to register in Computer Science but I don't have the pre-requisites (Intent to Register):

  • You must have the required Admission Requirements to enroll in Computer Science.
  • Please refer to the Western University module/programs page to check your module requirements 
    • Modules -> Computer Science -> pick which module you are hoping to take (Honours Specialization, Major, Specialization, etc.).

A course I need conflicts with my schedule

  • If a course you want to enroll in conflicts with another course in your timetable, first try choosing another course or section that doesn't conflict. You can also consult with your instructors to inform them of the conflict and see if alternative arrangements can be made (e.g. enroll in a different section to avoid the conflict). This process takes time, so start early!
  • You could also look at doing the course on a Letter of Permission.
  • https://www.uwo.ca/sci/advising/procedures/special_permissions/timetable_conflict.html 

What are the Admissions Requirements for Computer Science, first-year entry program

Admission to the Computer Science program is direct from Year 1. Applicants must submit six Grade 12 U courses with a minimum grade of 70% in each, including:

  • ENG4U (English)

  • MCV4U (Calculus and Vectors)

  • MHF4U (Advanced Functions)

  • One of: MDM4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U, SES4U, or ICS4U

Admission is competitive. Typical admission averages are in the low to mid-80's for Ontario high school applicants. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Applicants from other provinces or international curricula must present equivalent prerequisites and meet English language proficiency requirements, where applicable.

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