Langara Student Success Course

Get prepared for College

Starting or returning to college is a big step and the transition into post-secondary can be challenging. The Langara Student Success Course (LSSC) prepares you for academic life at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm Langara and introduces you to key supports available on campus and online.

Accessible 24/7

Spring course is accessible from December 3, 2024 - April 4, 2025.

The LSSC is available to you through your Brightspace account – it’s free and accessible 24/7.

We work with a fantastic team of student ambassadors who share their experiences about being a successful student at Langara.

What do you get in this course?

college classroom expectations
tools to be successful in your studies
strategies to study effectively
organizational and time management skills
introduction to college student services
virtual student information sessions

Make the most of your time at Langara

Start today. The LSSC is designed to help you achieve success at Langara. Data shows that students who complete the LSSC have higher grades compared to those who don't. Since college study schedules are busy, we highly recommend that you finish the LSSC early. To access the LSSC, see the instructions at the bottom of this page.

Win a gift card. Access your LSSC on Brightspace for details.

Attend virtual information sessions

December 10, 2024, 9-10:30 am - What is LSSC & how can it help me get ready for the new semester?
December 11, 2024, 9-10:00 am - Introduction to Accessibility Services and Mental Health Ambassadors
December 13, 2024, 9-10:30 am - Intercultural Considerations for a Diverse Campus
December 17, 2024, 9-10:15 am - Making the most of the Academic Success Centre and Other Services
December 18, 2024, 9-10:30 am - What do you know about Academic Integrity and Misconduct?
December 19, 2024, 9-10:00 am - LSSC Student Ambassador Tips for Getting through your First Semester

LSSC Peer-mentor drop-ins with our Student Ambassadors

Ask questions, get information and meet other students. Talk about whatever's on your mind:

December 10, 2024, 10:30-11:30 am - Peer Mentor Drop In
December 11, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am - Peer Mentor Drop In
December 13, 2024, 10:30-11:30 am - Peer Mentor Drop In
December 17, 2024, 10:15-11:15 am - Peer Mentor Drop In
December 18, 2024, 10:30-11:30 am - Peer Mentor Drop In
December 19, 2024, 10:00-11:00 am - Peer Mentor Drop In

LSSC pop-up tables

Want to know about the LSSC? Drop by the LSSC pop-up table in the library to chat with the LSSC ambassadors.

Please check back in January 2025 for dates and times for next pop-up tables.

Steps to access the Langara Student Success Course (LSSC)

The Langara Student Success Course (LSSC) is an initiative at Langara delivered to students online through Brightspace. The goal of the LSSC is to strengthen your skills for academic life at Langara and introduce you to key resources and opportunities available at the College.

New Students

If you are a new student, you will automatically be enrolled in the LSSC course accessible through the homepage after you log into Brightspace ». Use your Computer User ID to log in. Get instructions to set up your computer ID ».

For Continuing Studies students, if you are not able to see the course LSSC 1000-CS Langara Student Success Course Spring 2025 in your Brightspace, please contact your Program Coordinator.

Current Students

Follow the instructions below to register in the Spring 2025 LSSC. The self registration for Spring 2025 starts on December 3, 2024 and closes on March 21, 2025.

1. Log in to Brightspace ».

2. On the homepage, click on Self Registration near the upper left.If you are not on the homepage, you will not see the "Self Registration logo". Please click on the Langara logo to return home.

3. Select the LSSC-1000 – Langara Student Success Course Spring 2025 from the Self Registering Course Offerings list.

For Continuing Studies students, if you are not able to see the course LSSC 1000-CS Langara Student Success Course Spring 2025 in your Brightspace, please contact your Program Coordinator

4. Confirm registration by clicking on the Register button.

5. You are now registered for the course. Please check your email for confirmation.

Questions? Contact the LSSC Team

lssc@langara.ca

Join the conversation

Start following Langara on your favourite social media channels and join the conversation. We are most active with student engagement on Instagram and Facebook, but you can also find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat.