Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

  1. When can I apply to the History program?
    • You can apply to the History program after you have completed 5.0 credits in first year.  The time period to apply is in February of your first year during the Intent to Register period.  The Intent to Register period runs each year.  Each student in every year is required to participate.  This lets the University know what program you are interested in pursuing for your academic career.

  2. What programs are available in the History department?
    • History - Honors Specialization, Specialization, Major, Minor
    • International Relations - Honors Specialization
    • Jewish Studies Major and Minor
    • Latin American Studies Minor
    • Collaborative program with American Studies – Honors, Major, Minor


  3. Can I take a course at an affiliate college?
    • Yes. Students can take a maximum of 1.0 course at an affiliate college. “Main campus students require home faculty permission” indicates that you must receive special permission before being allowed to enroll in the Affiliate course.  “Restricted to students registered at an affiliated college” indicates that this course is closed to Main Campus students, but permission to enroll can be requested from the Academic Counselling Office during the paper form add/drop period.


  4. What is a special permission?
    • A special permission is used by a student when they need to receive approval from their home faculty of registration for something that would not be allowed under usual circumstances.  An example is when a student needs to take a course without the stated prerequisite(s).  The student will need to first obtain in writing permission from the instructor of the course to enrol in the course without having the required prerequisite.  The student needs to then take the signed document to the department the course is offered from (ie History) where they can start the special permission process.  The Department of History will fill out a special permission form for the student with the specific request on it, with the student’s signature.  The department will then send the form to the student’s home faculty of registration for approval.


  5. How long does it take for a special permission to be processed?
    • Special Permission take about 5 business days to be processed. 


  6. How do I add the course once my special permission has been processed?
    • You will be notified via e-mail once the permission has been processed.  If the special permission to take a course has been approved, you will need to call the Registrar’s office helpline to add the course.  Their number is 519-661-2100. 


  7. Who do I talk to about the programs the History department offers?
    • You can reach the History Department at history-inquiry@uwo.ca.   
    • You can also drop in to speak to the Undergraduate Program Advisor in Lawson Hall 2201 at any time during the week.

  8. Can I take honours level courses without being registered in the honours program?
    • You will need to obtain written permission from the instructor of the course to do so and special permission from the department.


  9. I want to change my degree module, who do I talk to about that?
    • You will need to see your home faculty of registration.


  10. If a course is full, can I get special permission to enter the class?
    • The History department is not going above course capacity for the academic year 2011-12.


  11. Are there waiting lists for full classes?
    • Yes. The waiting lists start at the beginning of the add/drop period in September.  The waiting lists are kept for courses that are full in the event that a space opens up.  They are maintained on a first come first serve basis.


  12. Who do I talk to if I am having trouble adding courses on the system?
    • You will need to call the Registrar’s office helpline at 519-661-2100 to see what the problem could be.