Letter Of Permission Procedure

Want to take a course at another university?

10 things you need to know first:

• You may only complete 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 6 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? Email buscom@mcmaster.ca.