Academic Advisors are here to provide admitted students with academic guidance. From planning for university transfer to understanding prerequisites, we can help you plan your educational path. 

Academic Advising offers both drop-in and appointment sessions. See below for topic(s) that are suitable for each type of advising session:

 

Drop-in

  • 5-10 minute session for brief questions

Appointment

  • 20 minute session 

  • Understanding Prerequisites and Course Attributes

  • Information on Diagnostic Tests (LET/MDT/PDT)

  • Preparing for Graduation

  • Academic Probation/Suspension

  • Academic Resource Referrals

  • Creating Realistic Plans to achieve Academic Goals

  • Credit Transfer between Programs

  • Planning for University Transfer 

  • Understanding Academic Policies

  • Course Planning 

 

Drop-in Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

No Drop-in

Registration Period Drop-in Hours ( March 24 - April 4 )

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

9 am - 12 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

9 am - 12 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

10 am - 12 pm
Virtual (Join an online session)

Drop-in waiting rooms will close at 11:45am or 3:45pm. Please join before this time.

 

Note: Newly-admitted students are encouraged to attend a Registration 101 workshop before individual advising. 

 

Guidelines when using Academic Advising Services

  • Drop-ins are first come/ first served.
  • Use your Preferred Name as your Zoom display name.
  • Mic and Audio must be connected and switched on.
  • Each Drop-in session is 10 minutes maximum.
  • Each Appointment session is 20 minutes maximum.
  • Have your #Student number and Questions ready!
  • Have Paper and Pen handy for note-taking.
  • Be respectful and practice good etiquette throughout the session.

 

Contact Us

  • Location: Building C, Room C121
  • Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 4:30pm
  • Email: academicadvising@langara.ca
  • Prospective students should contact recruitment@langara.ca if you have questions about the application process or program choice.
  • Please refer to our series of academic advising videos for guidance on FAQs such as prerequisites, electives, and website navigation.

 

To Cancel an Appointment

  • If you need to cancel an appointment, please use the "Reschedule" link in the confirmation email at your earliest convenience.
  • Alternatively, let us know by emailing academicadvising@langara.ca.
  • Repeated missed apointments may result in limit access to services.


Please note, appointments are unavailable during the first two weeks of the registration period. If you need academic advising support you are encouraged to email us or access advising through virtual or in-person drop-in sessions.