Summer Session Information

2012 Information

Summer Session DatesPlease note: Some courses start and end at different times from those listed below. Please consult myMount. Distance Learning courses in particular have early start dates in Summer Session I.

Holidays(No classes held except some distance virtual seminars and broadcasts)
Summer Session I:  Victoria Day - May 21
Summer Session II: Civic Holiday (Natal Day) - August 6

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Important Fee Payment Deadlines

The financial payment deadlines are as follows:

All students who have registered prior to each session’s payment deadline must pay their outstanding fees for that session by that date or lose their course selections. Students who register after the specified due date must pay their fees at the time of registration or lose their course selections. Students who lose their course selections may re-register upon presentation of appropriate payment, subject to availability of space in those courses, and subject to the academic regulations regarding registration.

It is important that you register and pay for your courses by these deadlines so that class sizes are known. An immediate late fee of $25 (fee pending confirmation) will be charged if fees are not paid by the fee payment deadline.

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Voluntary Withdrawals
Consult the Academic Calendar for the policy on voluntary withdrawals. Please note: Once registered, a student who wishes to withdraw from a course must do so in writing by using a course change form or by using myMount. Ceasing to attend classes or advising the course instructor of intended withdrawal is not sufficient to register a formal withdrawal.

Please note: Refunds as a result of voluntary withdrawal are based on the withdrawal and refund schedule detailed in the financial information section.

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Withdrawal and Refund Schedule

A student who has completed registration and subsequently wishes to withdraw from a course must notify the Registrar’s Office (delivered in person, by mail, by email, by fax or through myMount). Refunds will be calculated based on the date on which the withdrawal is received or processed through myMount.

Seven-week or Longer Course(Refund on 0.5 unit or 1.0 unit)
If withdrawal date falls within registration date from start of term to: 

(Refund on 0.5 unit or 1.0 unit)
If withdrawal date falls within registration date from start of term to:

Note: No refund will be provided on courses with a duration of less than three weeks.

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Course CancellationsSummer school classes have minimum enrollment requirements and classes will be cancelled if these minimum enrollments are not met. Courses specified for Co-operative Education sequences and Child and Youth Study practica are the only exceptions.

We will attempt to reach you by phone or your Mount e-mail address if a class is cancelled, so please make sure there is a current phone number on record. If you register online (through myMount) please ensure your information is up-to-date with the Registrar’s Office. If you are coming from out of province, it is in your best interest to contact the Deans’ Offices before leaving home to ensure your course is being given.

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Academic CalendarRefer to the Mount’s 2011-2012 Academic Calendars for admission requirements, academic regulations which govern credit study at the Mount, as well as, a complete list of course descriptions.

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AdmissionIf you have not previously taken a course at the Mount, you must complete the application process prior to registration. Applications can be submitted online. Transcripts from all previous post-secondary study are required. Consult the Academic Calendars for admission requirements, and have your completed application submitted by April 12 for Summer Session I and June 20 for Summer Session II. Mature students must contact Academic Advising at (902) 457-6400 to arrange for an interview prior to these dates.

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The myMount Registration Centre, the University’s online registration system, enables you to change your address, register for your courses, drop courses, view your final grades, and make payments on your account. You will require a user ID and password to use all other functionalities of myMount.

myMount uses the same Login ID as campus computers, Moodle, and email. The myMount login ID is lower case and the password is also case-sensitive.  If you know your email username and password and you cannot login to myMount using those credentials, please call or email the IT&S helpdesk at (902) 457-6538 or msvu.ca. As well, the myMount information page contains several “How To” guides, found: http://www.msvu.ca/mymount

Currently registered? You can use the “Register for sections” option in myMount.

Please note: You must not have any outstanding and overdue fees on your account.

Previously registered? Reactivate your file at the Admissions Office or download a Reactivation Form.

Taking a distance course? See the Distance Learning and Continuing Education section below.

Registration involves:
• selecting the courses in which you intend to enroll;
• obtaining faculty approval signatures if required;
• registering via myMount;
• arranging for the payment of tuition in full; and
• obtaining your student ID card.

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Student ID Card

If you are a new student, or if you are not currently registered, you will need a Student ID card. When you have completed your summer school registration, the Library will produce an ID card. If you are a Distance student and cannot come to the campus, please contact the Library to request that a Distant Student ID card be sent to you.

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Academic Advising
Students in professional programs and students with a declared major should consult with their department chairperson or advisor regarding course selection. For more information, please refer to the Academic Advising website.

Students in Arts and Science General Studies programs, mature students, students changing programs, or undecided students should contact Academic Advising at (902) 457-6400 or msvu.ca.

Students who are completing graduation requirements should check with their department Chair or academic advisor to be certain that they meet degree requirements. Intention to graduate forms must be submitted by August 15 for fall 2012 graduation.

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Summer School Course Load
The Mount normally permits a student to take a maximum of 1.0 unit per seven-week session, or 0.5 unit per half session. It is not permissible to take two 0.5 units in the same three-week period. Co-op students may take 2.5 units over both sessions. Any exceptions to these policies must be authorized by the appropriate Dean.

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Examinations and Grades
Examinations will be held on the last day of the course or on the last Friday of the session. Note that courses given on Mondays and Wednesdays may have a final examination on the final Friday of the session.

Students can view their grades online through myMount. Copies of grade reports will be issued by the Registrar’s Office upon request.

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Financial Information

Financial Services Hours:Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the end of May
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June through August

Financial Eligibility to Register
To be eligible to register, a student must have no outstanding fees that are due and payable to the University.

Billing Process
Students will be billed for summer session courses as of April 2, 2012. After April 2, 2012, any course changes or registrations will be automatically reflected in the charges on each student’s account and can be viewed under “Account summary by term” or “Account Statement” in myMount. Hard copy billings are no longer mailed but you can print your Account Statement from myMount.

Fee Payment PolicyStudents are expected to make their payments by the deadline for each term or lose their course registrations. This ongoing policy will be strictly enforced. If registering after the deadline, students will be expected to make their payment at the time of registration. Students who have applied for a student loan but have not yet received it, or whose funding is somewhat delayed, by the payment deadline will be required to complete an agreement form with Financial Services, which will provide an extension for payment of fees to allow additional time for the loan to be received. Students are expected to have their financial arrangements in place when they register so extensions will only be granted in exceptional circumstances. Students sponsored by government, hospital or other agencies that will be paying the student’s fees directly to the Mount must present a signed statement from the sponsoring agency by the deadline, indicating the nature and extent of the sponsorship.

Late Payment and RegistrationStudents who do not pay by the fee payment deadline will be immediately assessed a $25 late fee each term. As per the Fee Payment Policy, late payment is not permitted without an approved extension by Financial Services. Where a student has been permitted by Financial Services to make her/his payment beyond the normal payment deadline, interest will be charged on the overdue balance at the rate of 1% per month compounded monthly.

Methods of PaymentPayment may be made by mail or at the Financial Services/Registrar’s Service Counter in Evaristus Hall during business hours. Payment may be made by cheque, money order, certified cheque, cash, debit card, VISA or MasterCard, but must be received by the specified deadlines. If paying by credit card, students may phone in their payments to Financial Services or through “Make a payment” in myMount. Fees may also be paid through the Internet and telephone banking services of most major chartered banks.  Financial Services can also be contacted with any questions via e-mail at msvu.ca.

Tuition and Other Fees

Nova Scotia University Student Bursary ProgramAll Nova Scotia students (as determined by a definition established by the Province), will receive a reduction in their tuition of $256.60 per unit of credit and other Canadian students will receive a reduction in their tuition of $52.20 per unit of credit. This reduction will be applied using the same guidelines as for tuition. The reduction is in the form of a bursary credit. Please check our website for more detailed information on the Nova Scotia University Student Bursary Program. 

Fees for auditing students and half unit courses are 50 percent of the appropriate full unit charges.

The Distance Education administration fee, which applies to Distance Learning and off-campus courses, is $87.50 per half unit of credit and is in addition to the regular course fee. Please note that certain external (off-campus) courses, online courses, summer institutes and international courses have specialized fees.

International Student Health PlanAny student who enters Canada on a student visa is required to purchase medical insurance coverage through Student Guard unless she/he can provide satisfactory evidence to Financial Services that she/he is covered by MSI. For international students who are enrolled in summer school and who purchased the full-time international student health plan in the preceding academic year, coverage extends to the end of August 2011 and additional coverage is not required. For all other international students who are enrolled in summer school, health coverage will be assessed at the rate of $1.45 per day. To obtain the insurance, please go to www.guard.me.

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Many research resources are available online. Please visit the Library for more details.
The Mount Library card (student ID card) is honoured at other academic and Public libraries in Nova Scotia.

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BookstoreThe Bookstore stocks textbooks, e-books (if available), school supplies, clothing and crested items and is located in Rosaria 304.

Bookstore Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until May 31
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until August 31

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Student Services
The Student Services department offers a variety of professional services to students to help them attain their maximum academic and personal development. At the Mount, these services are provided by the Associate Vice President of Student Experience and a dedicated team of personnel including athletic and recreation officers, counsellors/psychologists, health office staff, chaplaincy, housing and financial aid manager, and an international student advisor.

Counselling Services
Students requiring Counselling Services should contact Student Services by calling (902) 457-6567 or visiting Evaristus 218 to set up an appointment.

The primary aims of the Mount Counselling Service are:

• To provide the highest quality of individual and group counselling services to students who may be experiencing ongoing or situational psychological or behavioural difficulties; and
• To provide academic support programming focused on the developmental needs of university students.

Individual and group counselling is available in the following areas:

• personal/social development
• learning enhancement and academic support

We also provide crisis intervention, consultation, screening and referral services to the entire university community. Our services are completely confidential and are available to all students without charge.

Career Planning Services
Career Planning Services is committed to the career development of Mount students and recent graduates. The purpose of Career Planning Services is to assist students in obtaining full- or part-time, summer or casual employment; to disseminate information regarding job applications and postings; to provide equal access to and a central location for pertinent employment information; and to assist employers wishing to recruit at the Mount. Visit Career Planning Services to view all of our services.
 
Career counsellors are available to counsel students individually or on a group basis with such career-related concerns as developing career directions, managing career change, decision-making, self-assessment and what to do with a degree in ... Interest testing is available to assist with this process. Coaching on interview skills, résumé preparation and job search techniques is also offered. Students and alumnae may register for and/or request group workshops in various career development areas.
 
University calendars, occupational and labour market information, computers with Internet access, professional school applications and many more resources are available to help students focus on their career development and become more knowledgeable about their job search process.
 
All employment postings are accessed by visiting Career Planning Services. The recruitment campaigns for permanent full-time positions available after graduation are posted any time after September 1. The Halifax Career Fair (late September), Summer Job Fair (mid-February) and B.Ed. National International Job Search Fair (January) are examples of relevant career events for students to attend.
 
Career Planning Services is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is located in Evaristus 218. Please direct inquiries to (902) 457-6567.

Health and Physiotherapy Services
The medical facilities and Lifemark Physiotherapy are located in Room 203, Assisi Hall. Physiotherapy and massage therapy appointments are available daily by calling (902) 457-6471. The doctor is available three days per week, May through August. To book an appointment, call (902) 457-6354

Students with Disabilities
The Mount accepts applications from students with disabilities and is committed to enabling capable students with identified disabilities to enter and complete university programs. We attempt to create an accessible learning environment for students with physical or sensory disabilities, but prospective students should be aware that the campus extends up the side of a steep hill. For students with physical disabilities, moving between buildings will require a car or at least a motorized wheelchair. Students with sensory and/or learning disabilities are accommodated when possible through the use of available adaptive technology as well as supportive special services.

Students are required to provide documentation of their disability to the
Coordinator of Disability Services if they require accommodations. Once they have provided this documentation, the Coordinator will assist in arranging accommodations.

To book an appointment with the Coordinator of Disability Services, please call (902) 457-6567.

Athletics and RecreationThe Mount’s gymnasium and weight/conditioning centre is open to students and the community for fitness classes, personal training, and recreational sport and leisure activities. For those who have children, the Athletics/Recreation Office offers a dynamic children’s camp program. Registration is on a weekly or daily basis.

For daily schedules or for more information, call (902) 457-6420, visit the gymnasium in Rosaria or check out the Athletics and Recreation website.

AccommodationsOn-campus residence for students (a single room with shared kitchen and laundry facilities) is available at a rate of $26/day. Meals can be prepared in the residence kitchen. Students must provide their own bed linens and utensils. Apply by contacting the Housing Office at (902) 457-6356 or msvu.ca.

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Parking

The Mount campus is private property and parking permits are required. Summer school permits are available at a cost of $46.85 plus HST per session (for Summer Session I or II). Permits and complete information on parking may be obtained from the Assisi Information Centre at (902) 457-6286. Daily, weekly and monthly permits are also available.

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SecurityThe emergency number from any internal phone line is extension 6111.
Emergency phones on campus are connected to the Assisi Information Centre, which is staffed 24 hours per day. Security can also be reached at (902) 457-6412.

Other Security contact numbers:
• Extension 6267 (weekdays), security office
• Extension 6497 (weekdays), chief of security
• Extension 6412 (24 hours per day), security dispatcher

You should call Security to report any suspicious events or persons on Campus. On-campus escorts are available after dark by calling extension 6412.

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Distance Learning and Continuing Education
Distance Learning and Continuing Education (DLCE) collaborates with academic departments to facilitate the development and delivery of technology-enhanced programs and courses.
Distance courses are an ideal choice for students seeking to build flexible timetables as they balance study with jobs, family responsibilities, and commitments to athletics, volunteerism, and other community activities. Distance learning also makes it possible for students across Canada and around the world to pursue individual courses or complete programs without leaving home.  

Distance offerings include:

• Arts and Science electives
• courses leading to the BA (General Studies), with minors in English, Psychology, Religious Studies and Women’s Studies; Concentrations in English and Psychology.
• courses leading to certificates in Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, and Tourism and Hospitality Management
• courses leading to diplomas and/or degrees in Business Administration, Child and Youth Study, and Tourism and Hospitality Management, and
• courses leading to Master's degrees in Applied Human Nutrition, Education (Educational Psychology), Family Studies and Gerontology, and Public Relations. 

Distance learning technologies vary, depending on the course. Web access is required and all courses use Moodle, the online course management system. Students should consult the Course Listings page of the DLCE section of the Mount’s website to see the delivery media applicable to each course. 

In addition to course activities conducted through Moodle sites, courses with section numbers 13 through 19, and 24 through 28 usually include regular real-time seminars online via Collaborate. The schedule for those sessions is included on the DLCE website.  .

Courses with section numbers 20, 21 or 22 are lecture-based, and the lectures are made available as downloadble video. Moodle sites complement the lectures.

Students in distance courses purchase all books and materials from DLCE via the online bookstore at www.dlcebookstore.ca.  Course assignments are submitted online, or may be faxed or mailed, as directed by the instructor.  Off-site examinations must be arranged with a proctor according to DLCE guidelines. 

For information, contact DLCE as follows:
• Undergraduate courses (sections 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 only): (902) 457-6511 or 1-800-665-3838
• Graduate courses in Education: (902) 457-6178 or 1-877-433-2889
• International projects (sections 13-16 only): (902) 457-6425
• General inquiries: fax: (902) 443-2135, e-mail msvu.ca or visit www.msvu.ca/distance

DLCE Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until May 31
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. June through August

Please Note: The registration deadline for Summer Session I courses through Distance Learning is April 16, 2012, for the session beginning on April 23, 2012. Regular dates apply to Summer Session II.

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