Take proposed graduate program for Masters of Urban Innovation (MUI) through governance.
This item supports sub-objective E1
Create new undergraduate and graduate programs
Goals Supported
Goal 1 - Inspire student success by supporting a rigorous and innovative academic environment
Goal 2 - Demonstrate that UTM is a home for world-class research
Goal 3 - Enrich the student experience by embracing opportunities for community involvement
Goal 4 - Educate future leaders to be global citizens meeting global challenges
Goal 5 - Focus on transformation and innovation to create a sustainable and cohesive community
Sub-Objective Timeline
2017/2018
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Updates
Take proposed graduate program for Masters of Urban Innovation (MUI) through governance.This item supports sub-objective E1Masters of Urban Innovation Awaiting Ministry Approval
- MUI program through U of T governance process; awaiting Ministry approval.
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Take proposed Combined Degree Programs through governance.This item supports sub-objective E2
Updates
Take proposed Combined Degree Programs through governance.This item supports sub-objective E2Combined Degree Programs
Proposed combined degree programs were taken through governance.
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Propose new graduate field: Digital Health Technologies (DHT)This item supports sub-objective E4
Updates
Propose new graduate field: Digital Health Technologies (DHT)This item supports sub-objective E4Digital Health Technologies (DHT) graduate field proposed
Proposed Digital Health Technologies (DHT) graduate field, part of the Master of Biotechnology professional graduate program, was taken through UTM governance.
2018/2019
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Combined Degree Programs in effect.This item supports sub-objective E2
Updates
Combined Degree Programs in effect.This item supports sub-objective E2Combined Degree Programs
- In effect.
- Description of the Combined Degree Programs is found in the UTM Academic Calendar. For 2018-2019, information on the Program Description, minimum admission requirements, and program requirements can be found here.
- First cohort of students admitted to Subject POSts.
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Take proposed undergraduate program for Social Coding through governance.This item supports sub-objective E3
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Take proposed undergraduate program for Social Coding through governance.This item supports sub-objective E3Proposal Delay
This action occurred in a subsequent academic year.
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Launch new graduate field: Digital Health Technologies (DHT)This item supports sub-objective E4
Updates
Launch new graduate field: Digital Health Technologies (DHT)This item supports sub-objective E4MBiotech Launched
Part of the Master of Biotechnology professional graduate program launched; first cohort of students began their studies in this field.
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Propose new certificate programs.This item supports sub-objective E5
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Propose new certificate programs.This item supports sub-objective E5New Certificates Proposed
The following proposed certificate programs were taken through governance in 2018-19:
- Professional Experience Certificate in Digital Media, Communication and Technology;
- the Certificate in Global Perspectives;
- and the Certificate in Advanced Economics.
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Propose new undergraduate programs.This item supports sub-objective E6
Updates
Propose new undergraduate programs.This item supports sub-objective E6New Undergraduate Programs
The following proposed undergraduate programs were taken through governance in 2018-19:
- Minor in Sustainability;
- Minor in Environmental Law & Policy;
- and Minor in Creative Writing.
Proposal for Cinema Studies
Proposal for a new undergraduate program in Cinema Studies (major) undergoes development, consultation, and appraisal.
2019/2020
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MUI graduate program opens.This item supports sub-objective E1
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MUI graduate program opens.This item supports sub-objective E1Updates on MUI program
The first admission round for this new program commenced, for a 2020-21 start.
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Undergraduate program in Social Coding launches. Students admitted into this Subject POSt.This item supports sub-objective E3
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Undergraduate program in Social Coding launches. Students admitted into this Subject POSt.This item supports sub-objective E3Delay in Program Launch Until 2021
Proposal for the new undergraduate program in Technology, Coding and Socety (major) underwent development, consultation, and pre-appraisal preparations in 2020. On May 5, 2021, the program received approval upon being brought forth to governance. Also, in 2020-2021, the program in Technology, Coding & Society (major) to be submitted to Quality Council for approval. No offer of admissions will be made to the program until final approval by the Quality Council.
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Launch new certificate programs.This item supports sub-objective E5
Updates
Launch new certificate programs.This item supports sub-objective E5New Certificate Programs
The Professional Experience Certificate in Digital Media, Communication and Technology; the Certificate in Global Perspectives; and the Certificate in Advanced Economics were launched in the 2019-20 academic year. The first cohorts of students were admitted.
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Launch new undergraduate programs.This item supports sub-objective E6
Updates
Launch new undergraduate programs.This item supports sub-objective E6Launching of Programs
The Minor in Sustainability; Minor in Envorinmental Law & Policy; and the Minor in Creative Writing undergraduate programs were launched in the 2019-20 academic year. The first cohorts of students were admitted to these Subject POSts.
Minor in Chinese Language and Culture
Proposed undergraduate program in Chinese Language and Culture (freestanding minor) is brought forward to governance. Final approval received May 3, 2021. Program to launch with students being first admitted in 2021+
Major in Cinema Studies Update
Take proposed undergraduate program in Cinema Studies (major) through governance. Final approval received November 2020. Program to launch and students to be admitted in 2021+
2021+
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Survey MUI graduate students to assess learning outcomes, employment prospects, and satisfaction with program.This item supports sub-objective E1