Please refer to the links below for information on the policies, procedures and guidelines governing the submission of new program proposals at the University of Manitoba.  If you have any questions, please contact Dr. David Collins, Vice-Provost (Academic Planning and Programs).

Undergraduate Program Change / Approval
Proposals for all new undergraduate programs, or major amendments / expansions to existing programs, require approval by the Council on Post-Secondary Education (COPSE). All new program proposals or proposed changes to programs should initially be discussed with the Vice-Provost (Academic Planning and Programs). Guidelines

Graduate Program Change / Approval
Proposals for all new graduate programs require approval by the Council on Post-Secondary Education (COPSE).  All new program proposals should initially be discussed with the Dean and/or Associate Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.  Go to page

Governing Documents
Outlines the provincial-wide mechanisms the University is expected to follow for seeking approval of new programs. Go to page

COPSE Forms & Templates
Statement of Intent Template
Formal Program Proposal 
Program Expansion Form
Additional Forms