How do I declare a minor? 🔹 How do I add a minor to my degree? 🔹 When should I declare a minor? 🔹 Who do I contact to declare a minor?

Learn how and when to declare a minor at Acadia, why it’s required for BA and BSc students, and who to contact to make it official.

If you're in a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) program, you're required to declare a minor as part of your degree.

📌 What is a minor?

• A minor is a secondary area of study that complements your major.
• It usually consists of 12–24 credit hours, depending on the faculty and subject area.
  👉 See the Academic Calendar for credit hour requirements for a minor

🕒 When should I declare it?

• You can declare a minor at any time, but it’s best to do so before your third year.
• Declaring early helps with course planning and ensures you meet all requirements on time.

📧 How to declare your minor

• Email the Registrar’s Office at:
  registrar@acadiau.ca
  Include your student number and the minor you wish to declare.

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📘 Helpful Definitions

• Minor: A secondary academic focus that requires fewer courses than your major.
• Credit hour: A unit that measures how much time you spend in a course — most courses are 3 credit hours.
• Registrar’s Office: The department that manages student records, course registration, and program changes.

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📝 Special Notes

• Some minors have specific course requirements or prerequisites — check the Academic Calendar or speak with your academic advisor for guidance.