Write down the answers for your records. Do some preliminary course planning, and make a list of your concerns. Keeping yourself informed and involved in the advising process will help you to outline your options and provide you with a variety of directions to choose from. Knowing your own goals and values will ensure that you select the option that suits you best. Students will be expected to make their own decisions about their degree programs.
Students have the ultimate responsibility for their academic success or failure.
The University of British Columbia Student Services web site defined policies for a wide range of student related issues.