Courses
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What are my learning options if I am an international student and am unable to enter Canada, or cannot attend on-campus classes due to medical reasons?
Ontario Tech is returning to blended instruction where a majority of classes will be in-person, while respecting current public health requirements. While some classes will be offered online, not all courses will have both in-person and online offerings.
Students who are not able to enter Canada—or who are unable to come to campus due to medical reasons—should work with their Academic Advisor to determine the best schedule options possible. While we are committed to working with students to build a workable schedule, there may be situations where an alternative to in-person instruction is simply not available for all courses.
If this applies to you, please contact your Academic Advisor for assistance.
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Can I participate in work integrated learning?
Yes, the university is working hard to ensure that co-op, internships and other work integrated learning opportunities remain available as our industry partners begin to reopen. Information and updates are available at the Career Centre or by contacting your faculty coordinator.
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Do I still need to purchase books for my online courses?
Some courses may require textbooks. These can be purchased through the Ontario Tech bookstore.
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If I am not in-person, do I need to purchase scrubs, uniforms, etc.?
If and when these items are required, they will be included on your course outline and required materials list.
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If I live in a different time zone, will all classes be recorded?
Students will be able to view course readings and materials in Canvas, the university learning management system. Many courses are also being recorded so students can participate if they are in a different time zone, and are not able to attend at the scheduled class time.
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What are the technical requirements I will need to access online classes?
Visit our Laptop standards web page to learn more about minimum laptop specifications for your faculty/program.
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What fees will I have to pay?
You will be charged tuition and ancillary fees based on the number of credit hours they are registered in. These fees ensure you will continue to have access to important services and resources that are now being delivered at a distance. Other fees cover the year-round costs for maintaining and operating buildings and facilities for student use that are not funded through general university revenues.
Some fees, however, may be reduced or waived where access to the services has been decreased or where services are no longer being delivered. These may include the Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass), infrastructure enhancements, sport and recreation, and printer services.
For more information, visit the ancillary fees page on the Office of the Registrar website.
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What will the in-person component look like?
In-person components such as labs and practicums will follow the recommendations of the public health authority. It is likely that physical distancing will limit the number of students who can participate in these activities at any one time, and this will result in smaller groups. For example, some students may be participating in-person in a lab, while others would participate online, and the schedule will alternate.
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Will my professors have online office hours?
Yes, professors will offer online contact hours. Please connect with your professor directly for further details.