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Letter of Permission Procedure

March 26, 2025

Contributed by: Ericka Wagner

Want to take a course at another university? Students need to know some key information before doing so!

Here are 10 things you need to know:

  • You may only complete Letter of Permission (LOP) coursework at Canadian institutions.
  • You may only complete a maximum of 15 units of LOP coursework towards your degree.
  • Only non-commerce electives can be taken.
  • No more than six units of a minor can be from transfer credit, exchange or LOP courses.
  • If you have transferred 42 units from another university, you are not permitted to take courses on LOP.
  • First-year students are not permitted to take courses on LOP.
  • Second and third-year students are only permitted to take courses on LOP during the summer term.
  • Final year students are permitted to take courses on LOP during the fall and winter terms.
  • You should meet with an academic advisor before a LOP request is submitted.
  • Students who wish to take courses at another university must complete the Request for Letter of Permission through Mosaic.
  • Do not register for courses at the host university until you receive written permission from the Student Experience –Academic Programs Office.

Questions?

Don’t hesitate to email the undergraduate office.

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