Program description

University 1 is a first year experience program that provides new students with assistance and support to adjust to university life and academic demands, make decisions about future plans and build the necessary skills to achieve academic and personal success.
Courses completed in University 1 are university level courses used to meet the admission requirements to each of the faculties and schools at the U of M.  University 1 students have the flexibility to build their own individualized program to meet the admission requirements to one or more programs in the first year.  These options provide students with opportunity to customize the type, amount and purpose of the courses they complete in first year.
With the support of specially trained Registration Assistants and Academic Advisors, University 1 students have access to information, assistance and service programs ranging from course selection and registration, planning and exploring faculty and career options, to opportunities for academic and personal skill development. 
 

Interesting courses and unique opportunities

Interesting courses

Admission requirements & prerequisites

Entry option

1. Manitoba high school graduation, with five full credits at the Grade 12 level, in courses designated S (Specialized), G (General), or U (Dual Credit – University), with a minimum of three of these credits in S or U courses.
2. Completion of one of the following sets of requirements:
   • Set A:
     • One credit of Grade 12 S or U English with a minimum grade of 60%, and
     • A minimum average of 70% over three Grade 12 S or U credits
   • Set B: (Limited admission)
     • One credit of Grade 12 S or U English, with a minimum grade of 60%, and
     • A minimum average of 63-69.9% over three Grade 12 S or U credits
   • Set C: (Limited admission)
     • A minimum average of 70% over three Grade 12 S or U credits, but lacking the Grade 12 S or U English requirement (either less than 60% or no credit at all).

NOTE: Admission under Set B or C will be considered a limited admission to University 1; some registration restrictions and performance standards will apply, and additional academic supports and services will be provided.

This entry option is open to high school students or high school graduates who have completed less than 24 credit hours of study at an accredited university or college. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.

High school prerequisites

Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.

For more details application dates and to apply now, visit the University 1 apply for admission page.

What is unique about this program at the U of M?

University 1 provides first year students the opportunity to explore courses while completing the first year of their U of M degree. University 1 course selection approaches are developed for each degree to ensure that students have the option to complete the admission requirements of one specific degree program or, to create a selection of courses that combines or samples first year admission requirements from multiple programs.
Beyond course selection options, University 1 specifically offers first year students a number of speciality resources to support their transition to the U of M. Such resources include:

• The Start Book is an online reference tool used to guide students through course selection, degree planning and registration information.
• Academic advisement on first year experiences through one-to-one advising sessions, group and specialty topic sessions, and online discussions.
• Monitoring of academic progress and access to academic and learning supports.
• Up-to-date news, events, information and reminders throughout the each term.
• Student leader and mentorship programs that provide avenues for new students to connect with fellow students, contribute to developments in University 1 and to receive their own personal assistance.
• Introduction to University – ARTS 1110 (W), a course which teaches important study and learning techniques in small interactive seminars to enhance essay writing, research methods and critical thinking skills.

Important Links

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