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Part-time Student

A student who is registered in fewer than 9.0 credit hours in a fall, winter or summer term or session is considered part-time. For more information, see Registration, Full-time and Part-time.

Plagiarism

The submission by a student of the writings, ideas or data of another individual as the student’s own in any essay or assignment.

Pre-program

A program in which the student completes requirements for admission to a professional program at the University of Lethbridge or for transfer to a professional program at another post-secondary institution.

Prerequisite(s)

A preliminary requirement that must be met or waived before a course can be taken.

Prerequisite Waiver

Written permission from a Faculty or School allowing a student to register in a course without the specific prerequisite. Prerequisite waivers may be obtained from the academic unit delivering the course (see Academic Regulations, Waiver of Prerequisite/Corequisite).

President’s Award for Service Excellence

Inaugurated in Spring 2003, this award honours administrative staff members who enhance the reputation and improve the effectiveness of the University of Lethbridge through service, commitment, and participation.

Program

A specific set of course requirements leading to the completion of a set of admission requirements, a degree, diploma, or certificate, either at the University of Lethbridge or at a post-secondary institution with which the University has a formal transfer agreement.