Yes! You can absolutely get help choosing courses that support your career goals β and itβs smart to talk to both your academic advisor and CEL for a well-rounded plan.
Hereβs how each can help:
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π§βπ« Academic Advisor β Helps you meet degree requirements, stay on track for graduation, and understand program rules
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πΌ CEL Advisor β Helps you explore how specific courses, minors, or electives connect to career pathways, skill-building, and job readiness
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π Interested in marketing? A stats or design course could boost your resume
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π± Thinking about sustainability? Consider electives in environmental studies or community development
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π¬ Want to improve communication skills? Look for writing-intensive or presentation-based courses
CEL can also help you identify transferable skills, explore experiential learning options, and build a course plan that reflects your goals β even if youβre still figuring them out.
π Helpful Definitions:
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Academic advisor: A staff or faculty member who helps you plan your courses and meet degree requirements
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Career advisor (CEL): A professional who helps you connect your academic choices to career goals and skill development
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Minor: A secondary area of study that complements your major and adds depth to your resume
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You donβt need to have a career path fully figured out β CEL can help you explore options
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International students are welcome to use both advising services and get support navigating Canadian academic and career systems
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Some courses may offer experiential components like community projects or research β ask CEL how to find them