Request for Part-Time Study
The B.Ed. and B.Sc.(Kinesiology) programs must be followed only on a full-time basis. The normal course load for most undergraduate studies is 12-15 credits per term (Fall and Winter). If you carry fewer than 12 credits per term, you are considered to be a part-time student in that term. B.Ed. and B.Sc. students must take a minimum of twelve (12) credits per term (Fall and Winter) unless the Director of Internships and Student Affairs gives them special permission to be registered for fewer than 12 credits in a term (see “Part-Time Student Status”). Any absence or reduction in course load that may impact the regular progression of a student’s program must have written approval by the Director of Internships and Student Affairs. Special permission must be requested prior to the end of the Course Add/Drop period. Students must read the policy and complete the form here to request permission.
As of Fall 2024, the B.A. Education in Global Contexts program can be followed on a part-time basis (fewer than 12 credits in a term) without special permission, provided students do not exceed the degree time limit (see “Part-Time Student Status”).
Students who opt to study part-time are ultimately responsible for any impact their part-time status may have:
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MAY IMPACT |
WHOM TO CONTACT |
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Degree time limit, course planning (pre-requisites), academic goals |
DISE Academic Advisor,studentaffairs.kpe [at] mcgill.ca ( KPE Academic Advisor) |
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Eligibility for scholarships (applications and renewals), awards, bursaries, loans, financial aid, or government funding In-course awards |
Scholarships and Student Aid Office Or isa.administrator [at] mcgill.ca (Internships and Student Affairs Office) for Faculty of Education-administered awards |
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*Immigration, CAQ, or international study permit for international students |
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Eligibility for loans, RESPs, health insurance |
Bank, health insurance provider, etc. |
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Student discounts or promotions, including the student OPUS card |
Service provider of the discount |
*If you plan to reduce your course load to below 12 credits, you are advised to have documentation to support this decision should you need to justify your reduced course load to a service provider, immigration authorities, or graduate school admissions committee at a later date. International students, in particular, should be aware of the potential immigration impacts of reducing their course load.