Progression and Graduation Requirements
Progression Requirements
At the beginning of each course, students will be informed regarding the specific requirements of that course and the way in which the learning will be evaluated.
The standard passing mark in each course is 50% (equivalent to a D grade or 1.0 grade points) unless otherwise stated. Certain courses require minimums greater than 50% and/or have mandatory components to achieve a passing grade.
Students are required to complete any pre-requisites before enrolling in a course. Failing a course with a co-requisite may require repeating both courses.
Students are expected to achieve, each academic term a Term Grade Point Average (TGPA) of at least 2.0 to remain in Good Academic Standing. Students who do not achieve the minimum TGPA will be placed on either Conditional or Probationary Standing. Continued unsatisfactory academic performance may require the student to be placed on suspension or debarment.
In the Health Studies and Communication Skills Program, 60% (equivalent to a C grade or 2.0 grade points) is required. All first semester courses must be passed before continuing on into the second semester.
Graduation Requirements
Students must successfully complete all program requirements in order to be eligible for graduation and may be required to complete specific requirements prior to progressing from one level of their program to the subsequent level.
The student is responsible for knowing the requirements for graduation from their program of study. The following conditions must be met to graduate:
· Student must have completed, at Centennial College, at least twenty-five percent of the courses for their credential, excluding Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Transfer Credit (TCR).
· Students must successfully complete all courses in the program.
· Students registered in a co-op program must successfully complete all co-op requirements.
· Students must complete the requirements of the program in effect at the time of graduation, unless the Dean or designate approves alternative arrangements in writing. This requirement includes any changes made to future semesters during the student’s studies, but does not include changes in semesters that have already been completed unless required for the future semester courses.
Credit for Prior Learning
There are two ways to obtain Centennial College credit for prior learning:
- Transfer Credit – You may be granted transfer credit at Centennial for courses you have taken at an accredited postsecondary college or university.
- Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) – PLAR helps you demonstrate learning acquired through past study or work. You may obtain PLAR credit by going through a challenge process which may include an exam, interview, portfolio, or other mechanism.
You are encouraged to apply for any of these credits if you think you are eligible. The maximum number of credits allowed is 75% of your program credits.
