Program Approval Process

The University's Program Development and Approval process through the Academic Program Entry and Approval Committee (APEAC) must be sought for each of the following:

  • new Ìýcoursework programs
  • major revisionsÌýto existing coursework programs
  • revision of entry requirements for coursework programs
  • suspension of entry to Ìýexisting coursework programs
  • inactivation of coursework programs

Important: Program Changes in 2025

To support transition to only essential changes to programs can be considered.

Essential changes are those

  • to correct an error or problem that will cause disadvantage to a student
  • required to respond to Professional Accreditation actions/improvements
  • to inactivate academic programs that will not be transitioned to

For further information refer to .ÌýÌý

Considerations when planning all proposal types

    • Including timeframesÌýfor individual stages (displayedÌýon left hand side)
  • Faculty and school approval processes
  • Resolution of any issues that may arise at one or more steps in the process
  • Student recruitment timelines (domestic and international)

  • Important: Before submitting a proposal to inactivate or suspend any programs, please check theÌý

  • If the program being consi