New Academic Programs
Approval of New Undergraduate Academic Programs
Policy 2.2 sets out the approval process for new undergraduate programs.
Steps in the Approval Process
Review & Approval by Department/Program and/or Curriculum Committee
Review & Approval by Divisional Council
Review & Approval by Senate Academic Planning Committee
*Programs with significant financial implications will undergo joint review with Senate Finance Committee
Review & Approval by Senate
Submission to Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities (non-core programs only)
Relevant Documents
Flow Chart – Progression of a Curriculum Proposal to Senate
New Academic Programs Budget Template
Library Assessment Form for New Programs [awaiting link]
NOTE: The process for the approval of new graduate programs can be found here.


