Course Cancellations
Cancellations are accepted only when the request is made within one week of registration and prior to the scheduled date of the second class. All cancellations are subject to an administrative fee. In the event a course is cancelled by the OSA, students will receive a full refund. Students who wish to withdraw from a course beyond the cancellation deadline will have an 'Incomplete' on their transcript.
Enrollment
Students are encouraged to enroll on a full-time basis in order to obtain the maximum benefits of the program. Part time status will be considered under certain circumstances. For further information please consult with the Diploma Program Advisor. General Program students can audit Diploma classes providing there is adequate space. Course fees must be paid in full and no evaluation will be given. Full Time Status = 5 courses per term.
Duration of Study
Normally, full-time students should complete their studies in 3 years.
Part-time students may take up to a maximum of 8 years.
Class Requirements
80% attendance is required and course assignments will be outlined by instructors at the beginning of each term. It will be the responsibility of each student to fulfill these requirements in order to receive a passing grade. These 'quantitative' requirements will not replace the 'qualitative' goals of producing work that demonstrates progress and improvement in its development and direction.
Full-time & Part-time Status
Students wishing to be considered full-time must take a minimum of 15 credits per term, ensuring that they finish with 90 credits by graduation.
In order to maintain their full-time standing in the Program, students will have to meet all course requirements (attendance, assignments, etc.) and receive a passing grade in enough courses to earn a total of 12 credits per term. It is important to note that 'Incomplete', 'Withdrawal' and 'No Credit' mark designations will not be counted when totalling the minimum 12 credits per term. Credits will only be awarded in those courses in which the student receives a passing grade. In addition, students are required to maintain a yearly C+ average or higher.
Course Failure Requirements
If a student fails a required course they must repeat and pass that course as soon as possible. Students are given 3 opportunities to pass any one course which is a requirement for their Diploma. Upon failing such a course for the third time, students will be transferred to the General Program and will be allowed to apply for reinstatement after a period of one year.
Students may lose their full or part-time status for the following reasons:
A. inactivity: failure to register on an ongoing or consecutive basis for the
required number of credits per term
B. non-payment of fees or outstanding accounts
C. failing grades
D. failure to complete the program within the accepted time limits
E. unprofessional conduct, occurrences that may demean the reputation of OSA
F. failure to maintain a C- average.
Appeals can be directed to the Executive Director. Applications for reinstatement can be submitted after a period of one year.
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