Academic Advising Centre

University Transfer Planning Guidance 

Our Academic Advisors are dedicated to supporting current students throughout their academic journey. Whether you need assistance planning your university transfer or navigating prerequisites, we can help you map out a clear educational path. Both drop-in and appointment advising sessions are available. Refer to the topics below to determine which session type best fits your needs:

Drop-in

5-10 minute sessions for brief questions
Monday to Thursday from 1 to 4 pm online

  • Understanding prerequisites and course attributes Diagnostic tests (LET/MDT/PDT)
  • Applying for graduation
  • Understanding academic probation/suspension
  • Academic resource referrals
Appointment 

20 minute sessions

  • Creating realistic plans to achieve academic goals Credit transfer between programs
  • Planning for university transfer
  • Understanding academic policies
  • Course planning
 
Guidelines when attending our Sessions 
  • Have your Student number and questions ready
  • Use your Preferred Name as your Zoom display name.
  • Mic and Audio must be connected and switched on.
  • Have paper and pen handy for note-taking.
  • Be respectful and practice good etiquette throughout the session.
  • Drop-ins are first-come/, first-served.
  • Drop-in waiting rooms will close at 3:45 pm.

Appointment Booking

 

Newly admitted students must watch the Registration 101 workshop video before requesting individual advising.

 

Course Planning

Effective course planning is essential for academic success. By thoughtfully choosing a combination of classes that match your goals, interests, and program requirements, you can set yourself up for a smooth educational journey. Careful planning allows you to account for prerequisites, determine how many courses to take each semester, and maintain a healthy balance between school, work, and other commitments. Planning not only helps prevent delays in graduation but also gives you the flexibility to adjust your path if your interests or academic goals evolve.

To create a strong course plan, follow a clear set of steps and seek guidance from an Academic Advisor when needed. Langara’s Academic Planner is an excellent resource for mapping out your academic journey and ensuring your courses align with your long-term objectives.
 

Map your academic journey now with the Academic Planner

Notes on the use of the Academic Planner tool

Catalogue Term.

The curriculum information in the Academic Planner’s program maps applies to the current catalogue term and is subject to change when there is a curriculum update. Students should always follow the curriculum associated with their program's start date (i.e. catalogue term). Students can confirm their catalogue term by contacting the Graduation Department at gradeval [at] langara.ca (gradeval[at]langara[dot]ca).

Course Access.

Admission to a program at Langara College does not guarantee registration in required courses. Students are responsible for confirming prerequisites and scheduled course offerings for their courses. Students may need to take one or more additional courses to meet the prerequisites of the courses required in their program.

Graduation.

The Graduation Department is the only department at Langara that can confirm when graduation requirements have been met. Students should reach out to book a graduation advising session when they are approaching program completion, usually in their second to last semester. Graduation advising appointments can be booked by emailing gradeval [at] langara.ca (gradeval[at]langara[dot]ca).

 

Other Resources: University of Alberta

If you are interested in transferring to the University of Alberta, use the University of Alberta - Langara College Transfer Credit Search Tool to determine how their Langara credits can transfer. 

University Transfer

University transfer is when a student moves from one post-secondary institution to another, typically to complete their degree at another university, college, or institute within British Columbia.

Course-to-Course transfer 

Credits earned at Langara College can be transferred and applied to a new degree program. Please use the BC Transfer Guide to plan your transfer carefully. Please note that Information can change all the time. We advise students to always consult original sources to ensure accuracy.

Block Transfer

Block Transfer is when a group of courses, often in the form of a certificate, diploma, or associate degree, is recognized as a whole for transfer credit. For Langara block transferability, please refer to the Block Transfer Credit section of the British Columbia Transfer Guide.

Office: Building C, Room C121
Hours of Operation and Contact Information

Monday to Friday: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Email: academicadvising [at] langara.ca (academicadvising[at]langara[dot]ca)

Prospective students, if you have questions about the application process or program choice.should contact recruitment [at] langara.ca (recruitment[at]langara[dot]ca)