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First Year at a Glance

Two students chatting at the SLC (Student Learning Centre) on the seventh floor.

First year is an exciting time. In the classroom, you will gain invaluable foundational knowledge and skills. On campus and in the community, you will meet new people and discover perspectives that will shape your worldview. There’s so much to explore in first year. We invite you to make the most of it.

Monika Mitic

“Design-build projects are incredible for first-year students. I gained so much from mine: knowledge, mentors, and connections with my fellow students.”

Monika Mitic
Architectural Science ‘20

Courses

In first year, your academic path is set for you. You’ll take the following foundational courses common to all first-year students, as well as courses specific to your chosen program, if applicable. Visit our Programs page to view all undergraduate programs in the Faculty.

Visit the 2023-2024 Architectural Science Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Aerospace Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Aerospace Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Biomedical Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Chemical Engineering Co-op

Visit the 2023-2024 Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Civil Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Civil Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Computer Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Computer Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Electrical Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Industrial Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Industrial Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Mechanical Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements.

Mechatronics Engineering

Visit the 2023-2024 Mechatronics Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements

Undeclared Engineering (First Year Studies Only)

Visit the 2023-2024 Undeclared Engineering Undergraduate Calendar to view your first-year semesters and course requirements

Student Experience

Your university years are a time for growth and discovery. Find out how students are developing, connecting, and enjoying their FEAS experience—and how you can, too.

Student skating on Lake Devo