First Year Course Selection Guides

Each degree program at Carleton University has a unique set of courses for you to take in your first year. Be sure to consult your guide before registration begins.

All Carleton degree programs require students to achieve and maintain minimum averages for Good Academic Standing. For more information on Carleton’s Academic Continuation Evaluation and how it applies to you, please consult the University Undergraduate Calendar.

If you are arriving at Carleton with credits on admission from previous studies, you will choose your courses from the guide associated with your degree program. You will be able to register for the next level of courses in some areas because you already have credit for the prerequisite courses.

We have prepared a quick video to help you understand your first year course selection guide.

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Bachelor of Accounting

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Bachelor of Architectural Studies

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Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Cognitive Science

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Bachelor of Commerce

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Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies

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Bachelor of Computer Science

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Bachelor of Cybersecurity

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Bachelor of Data Science

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Bachelor of Economics

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Bachelor of Engineering

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Bachelor of Global and International Studies

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Bachelor of Health Sciences

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Bachelor of Humanities

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Bachelor of Industrial Design

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Bachelor of Information Technology

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Bachelor of International Business

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Bachelor of Journalism

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Bachelor of Journalism and Humanities

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Bachelor of Mathematics

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Bachelor of Media Production and Design

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Bachelor of Music

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Bachelor of Nursing

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Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management

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Bachelor of Science

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Bachelor of Social Work