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  • Why would I take a geography course in the first place?

    • Geography courses meet requirements for many programs, including the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Future Teachers, Sports Science and general lab science credits.

  • This sounds great! How do I enroll?

  • Which courses transfer to university?

    • All geography courses transfer to university. For specific course information, see the BC Transfer Guide

  • What courses are available?

  • Will there be overseas trips next semester?

  • Who can I ask for help?

    • We're so glad you asked! We're here to help - we want you to succeed! Drop into one of our "open labs" where you can work with other students and ask lab technicians questions. You can also contact your instructors directly.

  • What is available in the labs?

    • We offer many services and resources in our open labs.

  • Where are the labs and when are they open?

    • Labs are located on both campuses:

    David Lam: B2230
    New Westminster: 3467

    • Hours vary - check the online schedule

  • What happens if I miss a class?

    • While we understand that this does occasionally happen due to illness or other unavoidable life events, we strongly encourage you to make class attendance a priority. Information presented in class builds upon previous material, so your attendance is crucial to a thorough understanding of concepts.

    • If missing a class is unavoidable, email your instructor immediately, as you would do in any work situation. Be sure to get class notes from other student(s) in your class, and make up any missed work as soon as possible.

  • Where do I hand in late assignments?

    • What?! Late assignment? We've never heard of such a thing!

      Important Note:
      D      rop-off conditions and procedures vary among instructors. Be sure to check with your instructor first!

      • In the unlikely event that this occurs, your assignment can be dropped off in New West at the Humanities and Social Sciences drop box located across the hall from open lab (3467).
      • At David Lam, your assignment can be dropped off in room A3030 with the Departmental Assistant. Any assignments dropped off after the office is closed will be time-stamped the following day. Assignments can also be dropped off in the David Lam library after 4:30 PM on weekdays.
      • Late assignments MUST be labelled with ALL of the following information or they will NOT be processed:
        • Your name, the course name, course number, section number and name of instructor.
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