Academics at U of G | Incoming Exchange Students

Studying at the University of Guelph offers the opportunity to experience a supportive academic environment that balances independent learning, collaboration, and hands-on experience. As an incoming exchange student, understanding how academic expectations, course structure, and the course selection process work will help you plan a successful semester. This page provides an overview of the academic system in Canada, how courses are organized at U of G, and how to request the courses you would like to take. 

The University of Guelph offers courses in a wide variety of program areas including Arts, Sciences, Business, Agriculture, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and more, which are divided into several broad Colleges. Students attending Guelph on exchange are able to take courses from all disciplines, except certain courses listed as restricted.

The academic system in Canada and at the University of Guelph may be very different from the system in your home country. Understanding the differences and meeting the expectations of the new academic system is crucial to your success as a student as the University of Guelph.  However, there are many people and resources on campus that are here to help you succeed. Visit the Academic Information for New International Students webpage for more information.