If you’re seeing an academic level restriction when trying to register, it means the course is limited to students at a certain academic level — and your current level doesn’t meet that requirement.
📊 How academic levels are calculated
Academic levels are based on the number of credit hours you’ve completed, not how many years you’ve been at Acadia.
During registration, your level includes:
- Completed credit hours
- Courses you’re currently enrolled in (assuming you pass them)
🔢 Academic level breakdown
| Academic Level |
Credit Hours Completed |
| 01 |
0–24 hours |
| 02 |
25–54 hours |
| 03 |
55–84 hours |
| 04 |
85–114 hours |
So, even if you’re entering your second year, you may still be considered Level 01 if you haven’t completed at least 25 credit hours.
📘 Helpful Definitions
- Academic level: A classification based on how many credit hours you’ve completed, used to determine course eligibility.
- Credit hour: A unit that reflects the number of hours spent in class per week. Most courses are worth 3 credit hours.
- Restriction: A rule that limits who can register for a course based on criteria like academic level, program, or prerequisites.
📝 Special Notes
- If the course is required for your program and you believe you should be allowed to take it, contact your academic department for guidance.
- You can also speak with your academic advisor to review your credit hours and plan your course path.