Yes, you will require a MUN ID Card. Not only will this card be your student ID card, it will also be your library card and can hold money for use at various campus facilities. Your ID photo will be taken during Orientation, and you will then be able to pick up your ID card during the first few days of classes. For more information visit: www.mun.ca/answers/about/card

Your schedule is available on Memorial Self-Service (www.mun.ca/regoff/stuweb.htm) and indicates the building and classroom number for each of your classes. Make sure to take part in the campus tour during Orientation, so you will know your way around campus before your first day. A campus map, including a list of the campus building abbreviations, can be found at this link: www.mun.ca/campus_map/index.php

The deadline for fees is the end of the first day of classes: January 7th. After this, a late fee will be charged to your account. Payment can be made by credit card on Memorial Self-Service or in person at the Cashier’s Office using cash, debit, cheque, credit card, tuition voucher or student aid. The Cashier’s Office is in the Arts Building, room A 1023.

You should not buy any books until you attend your first class and your professor confirms what books you will need. You can also check with the University Bookstore to ensure that you are buying the right books. The University Bookstore is located in the University Centre, room UC 2006.

You can find listing for used books by logging on to my.mun.ca, or by checking out “For Sale” signs around campus. The Attic, located on level 3 of the University Centre, is also a good place to find used books.

Yes. Orientation takes place the day before classes start. Orientation gives students the opportunity to meet each other, meet the faculty, and get tips on how to make the most out of life at Memorial!

Is it compulsory that I attend Orientation?

No, Orientation is not compulsory but we recommend it! Attending Orientation provides first year students with an introduction to campus life. It’s also a great way to meet new people and become acquainted with the campus.

If you have alternative health and dental insurance you can opt-out of the MUNSU Health and Dental plans. The opt-out deadline is January 21st, 2010. You can opt-out online at www.munsu.ca. For more information contact MUNSU at (709) 737-7633 or email: munsu@munsu.ca.

You can set up your email account at my.mun.ca. There is a step-by-step guide to setting up your account at the following link: www.mun.ca/advice/aac/Setting_Up_Email_PDF.pdf.

The entire campus has wireless access for those with wireless-enabled laptops. Visit “The Commons” on the main floor of the library to set up your wireless account. Don’t forget to bring your MUN ID; you will need it to set up your account.

You can purchase computers and computer accessories on campus at the Computer Purchasing Centre (CPC), CS 1000. The CPC has good prices for students at Memorial. For more information, visit: www.mun.ca/cpc.

All of the wait lists will be deactivated after the close of the registration system on December 27th. If you are not successful in having a wait-listed course added to your schedule, you can check Memorial Self-Service to see if any new spaces have become available. Many students change courses during the first week of classes, so you may still be able to add a desired course.

A confirmation of enrolment for the semester can be requested once you have registered for your courses. Requests can be made in-person at the Office of the Registrar (A-2003) or by sending an email through your @mun.ca email account to enrolsrv@mun.ca. Please remember to include your student number and where you want the confirmation of enrolment sent.

The Academic Advising Centre is open during the fall and winter semesters from 8:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. to provide first-year and undeclared students with academic advice. The Centre also publishes a newsletter, ADVICE, multiple times throughout the year. This publication provides first-year students with a wealth of information for their first year. Look for it in your classrooms during the year, or drop by the Academic Advising Centre, room SN 4053, to pick up a copy. It is also available online at: www.mun.ca/advice.

The first day of classes is January 7th.

The last day to add fall semester courses is Januar 21st. This is also the last day to drop fall courses and receive a 100% refund of tuition fees.

The last day to drop fall courses and receive a 50% refund of tuition fees is January 28th.

The last day to drop fall courses and receive a 25% refund of tuition fees is February 4th.

Mid-term break will be Monday, February 22nd to Wednesday, February 24th. Lectures will resume on February 25th.

The last day to drop fall courses without incurring academic prejudice is February 25th.

Exams begin on April 12th and finish on April 21st.

If you wish to change your program of study after you apply, you should confirm if there are any additional admission requirements or deadlines in place for your interested program. You should review the admission regulations for the program or degree to which you would like to apply, In particular, certain program may require a separate application. Once you are ready, you may contact the Admissions Office by email at admissions@mun.ca to request a change in your requested program of study, or if you have any questions about additional requirements for other programs.

All of the professional faculties and schools at Memorial have separate application deadlines and admission requirements. A number require the submission of a Supplementary Application for Admission that must be submitted in addition to the General Application for Admission/Readmission. If you are interested in any of these programs you should ensure that you meet the admission regulations by completing the required courses. The Guide to First Year or the admissions information provided for each program in the University Calendar are good sources of information. An advisor at the Academic Advising Centre can also help you determine the required courses for admission into a competitive program.

A typical course load for a student for one year is 30 credit hours. When taking a full course load it typically takes four years to complete an undergraduate degree of 120 credit hours or more. However, a degree program with a co-op requirement will normally take an extra year to complete.

You may apply for general admission as an undecided student and declare or apply for your preferred program at a later date when you feel you are ready. You are encouraged to review the program and course requirements for programs that you may be considering to help you plan for your course selection. You may also wish to contact the Academic Advising Centre at advice@mun.ca or (709) 737-8801 for additional assistance.

The Academic Advising Centre offers advice on Memorial’s degree programs and the courses required for these programs. For further information, please contact the Centre at (709) 737-8801 or e-mail advice@mun.ca.

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada, offering more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We have four unique campuses, each with its own flavour. Canada does not offer a ranking system for its 60+ publicly funded universities. When selecting a university it is recommended that students research their options and choose a university which offers them the things they feel are most valuable in a university education. This may include factors such as the availability and focus of academic programs, location (rural or urban), student support services, community support and friendliness.

The St. John’s campus offers a wide variety of degrees from various faculties and schools: Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation, Faculty of Medicine, School of Music, School of Nursing, School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science and the School of Social Work. If you are interested in knowing what to do with your degree you should talk with the Faculty or School you are interested in or the Centre for Career Development (www.mun.ca/cdel/), to find out what career options are available and inquire about what graduates are doing with their degrees.

First year students living off campus are not eligible for a daytime parking permit. However, students can park at metered parking areas around campus, as well as in the $2 parking lot in area 61 and the pay and display parking lot in area 27. Area 27 is temporarily located in the old Hatcher Field (next to Burton's Pond, and behind Hatcher House). Area 61 can be located on the campus map: www.mun.ca/campus_map/index.php. Students can purchase an evening (valid after 3 p.m. weekdays) and weekend permit for $6 plus HST at the Campus Patrol Office.

Students living in residence can purchase permits on a semester basis for $12 (or $36 per annum) plus HST, on a first come basis. Proof of residency and vehicle ownership must be provided.

Yes, the Queen Elizabeth II Library. Library study space consists of areas on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th floors which include individual carrels, tables, 24 single study rooms, 18 group study rooms, a typing room and an adaptive technology room. The single/group study rooms in the Queen Elizabeth II Library are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be signed out from the Circulation Desk on the second floor. For more information on the QEII library, visit: www.library.mun.ca/.

For more information about on-campus housing (Paton College or Burton’s Pond) and off-campus housing, visit Hatcher House, level 3, or check out the housing website at www.housing.mun.ca.

All academic buildings are within a five to ten minute walking distance of your residence. Most of the Paton College residences are connected to the campus tunnel system or are only a short distance from a tunnel entrance. Residents of Burton’s Pond can access the tunnel system from Hatcher House. The MUN tunnel system is useful during bad weather and most of the winter months.

If you have a valid academic reason to remain beyond the normal closing time, we will do our best to accommodate you. Accommodations must be arranged by the established deadline by emailing housing@mun.ca. It is your responsibility to ensure that you receive confirmation from Housing that we have received your request. The break rent charge will be on a daily basis and for your convince will be charged to your university student account. This charge is non-refundable. Students may be requested to move rooms/houses in between semesters provided your request has been approved.

Newfoundland and Labrador offers an excellent quality of life, including one of the lowest crime rates in North America. Campus Security at all of Memorial’s campuses always strives to make student, staff and faculty’s safety a top priority. On the St. John’s campus the student union offers WalkSafe and SafeDrive, two free services that help students arrive at their destination safely at night. For more information about these two programs visit www.munsu.ca, and click on Student Union Services.

For more information on campus security visit Campus Enforcement and Patrol’s website on monthly security reports (www.mun.ca/marcomm/security_news.php).

Students on the St. John’s campus have many services available to help them become, both inside and outside of the classroom. Answers, International Student Advising Office, Native Liaison Office, Counselling Centre, Student Health Services, and the Glenn Roy Blundon Centre are just some the many services available to students on campus. Students also encouraged to get involved in the 100+ clubs and societies on campus. Every semester you will be required to pay a recreation fee which will give you access to The Works, the largest recreation facility in the province. Included in your recreation fee is the Field House Recreation and Athletics facility, the MUN pool, squash courts, the Strength and Conditioning Fitness Centre and outdoor fields.

Answers is a front line service center offering students quick access to important services such as their Campus Card (ID Card), locker rentals and student loans. They also offer information about campus life, referrals to other university services and a friendly face to help you find what you are looking for. They are located in UC 3005, just around the corner from the food court on the 3rd floor of the UC, or email answers@mun.ca.

The St. John’s public transit system, Metrobus, is a great way to get around town. You can purchase a bus pass on campus at the Attic, University Centre, level 3. For information on Metrobus, call (709) 722- 9400 or visit www.metrobus.com.

For more information about on-campus housing (Paton College or Burton’s Pond) and off-campus housing, visit Hatcher House, level 3, or check out the housing website at www.housing.mun.ca.

Newfoundland and Labrador offers an excellent quality of life, including one of the lowest crime rates in North America. Campus Security at all of Memorial’s campuses always strives to make student, staff and faculty’s safety a top priority. On the St. John’s campus the student union offers WalkSafe and SafeDrive, two free services that help students arrive at their destination safely at night. For more information about these two programs visit www.munsu.ca, and click on Student Union Services.

For more information on campus security visit Campus Enforcement and Patrol’s website on monthly security reports (www.mun.ca/marcomm/security_news.php).

The weather is moderate in St. John’s. Winters are generally temperate with an average temperature of -5 degrees Celsius. In the summer months the temperature ranges from cool to hot, with an average of 20-23 degrees Celsius.

St. John’s is an urban city with lots to do. We have two major shopping centres and St. John’s is legendary for its entertainment. Restaurants and night clubs line the cobblestones of George Street with Irish, country, dance, rock, jazz, blues and traditional music. From biking, hiking, boating and cross-country skiing to an array of arts and cultural events, there are activities to suit all. Check out www.mun.ca/become for more details on what to do in St. John’s or visit www.stjohns.ca.