Alternatively, and normally with prior written approval from the Head of Department, a student may complete a minimum of 9 credit hours instruction in another university-level program requiring study while residing outside of Canada. Before leaving Canada, the student must research the course offerings at the proposed host institute and obtain the course syllabi. These must be submitted along with a Letter of Permission to the Office of the Registrar. The transferability of the courses will be determined before the student commences the international program of study. Upon completion of the program, the student must request that the host institute send the student’s transcripts directly to the Office of the Registrar in order for the transcripts to be deemed official. The student must provide complete information about the program and complete the appropriate application for transfer credit which can be obtained online at www.mun.ca/regoff/forms.php. Documentation must establish that the course(s) was successfully completed while the student was residing outside of Canada, normally for a minimum 12 week duration. If the transfer credits occur within the final 30 credit hours for the degree, an iBA student will not require a waiver of the University residence requirement, provided that all other requirements and University regulations are observed, and provided that courses were taken at university-level institutions which are included in formal institutional exchange agreements with this University and are not subject to the requirements of this residency requirement clause; or with special permission from the Head of the department. For more information regarding transfer of credit, the student should consult with the Faculty’s International Exchange Director or the Office of the Registrar.

Courses and programs that do not require residency outside of Canada for a minimum 12 week duration are ineligible for the International Study Option.

Possible Course Sequencing for the iBA, International Study Option (Final 60 Credit Hours)
Semesters

Suggested Course Planning

1-4 (60 credit hours)

Follow Possible Course Sequencing for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA) (First 60 Credit Hours), including attending an information session about International Experience Requirement.

5-6 (30 credit hours)

Courses #21-30 (30 credit hours):

While registered for INTL 312L (or equivalent), complete credit hours as part of an approved international study program, or as part of an international exchange semester at an approved partner institute, requiring residency outside of Canada (normally for 12 consecutive weeks).

Consider Major and Minor program requirements.

Choose 12 credit hours in IS courses, comprised of 3 credit hours in each of four different disciplines.

Request a degree audit from the Office of the Registrar and consult an academic advisor for assistance with remaining course selections.

7-8 (final 30 credit hours)

Courses #31-40 (30 credit hours):

Choose 6 credit hours in IS courses at the 4000-level towards completing the remaining credit hours required for the International Studies (IS) Courses Requirement, ensuring that IS courses have been successfully completed in a minimum of 5 disciplines.

Complete remaining requirements for the degree, including the Major and Minor.