Please note: our department will be undergoing renovations between May 14-30.  All of our in-person services will be temporarily offered via zoom.  Regular zoom drop-ins and appointments will remain the same. 

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 sessions for brief questions

Appointment

  • 20 minute sessions

  • Understanding prerequisites and course attributes

  • Diagnostic tests (LET/MDT/PDT)

  • Applying for graduation

  • Understanding 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 (April 28-May 2)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join via Zoom)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join via Zoom)

No Drop-in

Drop-in Hours (May 5-9) First Week of Term

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join via Zoom)

9 am - 12 pm
1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

1 - 4 pm
In-Person (C121)

9 am - 12 pm
1 - 4 pm
Virtual (Join via Zoom)

No Drop-in

Drop-in waiting rooms will close at 11:45 am or 3:45 pm. 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 (temporarily unavailable May 14-31)
  • 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 registration and during the first week of each term. During these peak periods, please email us or access advising through in-person and zoom drop-in sessions.