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First Year at a Glance

Photo of Lake Devo in the Fall

Congratulations on accepting your offer to the Creative Industries program at Toronto Metropolitan University! We are excited to have you, and are prepared to be with you every step of the way. 

All new students can visit the New Students - Admissions page (opens in new window)  for general information. 

Completely new to TMU? Please refer to Checklist #1.

Coming from another TMU program? Please refer to Checklist #2. 

When can I activate my TMU online identity/email? Once you are admitted clear into the program, you will be able to activate your online identity.

 Academic Advisors: Kaitlyn Pontanilla & Lauren Awalt

 Questions? Email us at CRIAdvising@torontomu.ca

Checklist #1: Next Steps for New Students to TMU

Creative-Content Modules

A module is defined as a sequence of five courses consisting of varying combinations of required and elective courses in a discrete subject area. As a Creative Industries student you’ll select one module at the start of 1st year and a second at the start of 2nd year. You’ll complete both modules at a rate of one course per semester. Delivered by the eight professional schools within The Creative School and one professional school in the Ted Rogers School of Management, each module will cover the basic historical, theoretical and production aspects of a creative field while also examining how that field functions as a business.

For details of the courses and tables below, see the course calendar.  (opens in new window) 


School of Fashion

  • The Fashion Industry: Markets, Aesthetics & Creativity

Fashion Industry (opens in new window) 

This module allows students to experience the world of fashion through theory, research and practice. Fashion at Ryerson nurtures students to systemically transform the Canadian and global fashion system by advancing the principles of inclusion, decolonization and sustainability. Students can formulate this module to be more creative, theory and research-based, or managerial in scope by selecting from a variety of topic areas including fashion culture and history, fashion industries and leadership, events and curation, etc.


School of Professional Communication

  • Professional Communication

Professional Communication (opens in new window) 

The Communications Studies module provides students with an overview of how communication, media, public relations, and writing all intersect within the Creative Industries. With classes provided by the Professional Communications school,  students can expect to garner knowledge and experience applied to public relations,  advocacy, writing, and digital communication to utilize in their careers.


School of Image Arts

  • The Art & Business of Film

Art and Business of Film (opens in new window) 

This module provides students with a theoretical approach to film, with major focuses on business, creative practice, concepts and theories, and analytical perspectives on cinema as a whole. With courses from The School of Image Arts and The School of Creative Industries, the Art and Business of Film module allows for students to explore and think critically about the way film is produced, written, represented, and managed within the Creative Industries.

  • Visual Culture

Visual Culture (opens in new window) 

In the Visual Culture module, students learn how to apply an analytical lens to subject areas such as art, history, culture, advertising, and design. Theory-based, specialized courses allow students to gain a well-rounded perspective on how visual culture affects, influences, and impacts the Creative Industries in which we operate.

  • Curatorial Practices

Curatorial Practices (opens in new window) 

The Curatorial Practices module provides students with an overview of curatorial history while strengthening their understanding of display culture and curatorial practices. From art galleries to museums, students can expect to learn about topics such as art history, theories of photography, and public space curation.


School of Journalism

  • The Business and Practice of News

Business and Practice of News (opens in new window) 

Taught by industry experts, the Business and Practice of News module prepares students with transferable and marketable skills in interviewing, critical thinking, writing, and research. Students with an interest in journalism and media will learn how to put current events in context and understand key issues and trends. Students will receive an in-depth look at the production of news over various scopes. With topics ranging from photojournalism to religious reporting, students will harness a scope of knowledge within the journalistic sphere.


School of Graphic Communications Management

  • Concept to Reality: Publishing and Printing

Concept to Reality: Publishing and Printing (opens in new window) 

The Printing and Publishing module is ideal for those looking for both an applied and theoretical groundwork on the publishing, printing, and design industries in North America. The module’s core includes GCM’s three foundational pillars: design & creativity; technology & innovation; and business & entrepreneurship, with a focus on book publishing, typography, design, and packaging.


RTA School of Media

  • The Music Industry

Music Industry (opens in new window) 

The Music Industry module is ideal for students looking to understand the business side of music. Through a curated blend of Creative Industries and RTA courses, students gain an excellent understanding of how the industry operates—exploring talent and event management, branding, distribution, and sound production. Led by industry professionals, students often take this module in hopes of working in talent management, content creation, and event promotion.

  • Storytelling in Media

Storytelling in Media (opens in new window) 

This module, featuring courses from RTA School of Media, provides students with a broad and informative view of how stories are told in media. With classes focusing on the history and aesthetics of television, digital media, and video games, this module is essential for students whose passion is content creation. Students who take the Storytelling in Media module will gain experience in scriptwriting and video production, and deepen their understanding of how content connects with audiences.

  • Media Business

Media Business (opens in new window) 

This module, featuring courses from RTA School of Media, provides students with a strong foundation in how media is created, curated, and distributed. Students will gain an understanding of how the art, craft and business of media are imperative to the Creative Industries. Taught by leading academics and industry professionals, the courses focus on topics such as social media, producing, management, digital culture, and emerging media markets.


School of Performance

  • Acting/Dance Studies

Acting and Dance (opens in new window) 

The Acting and Dance module is ideal for students who want to learn how the field of performance interconnects with the Creative Industries. Students will pursue a variety of theoretical courses related to production, performance, and theatre history. Curated by the School of Performance, students will have the opportunity to learn about different dance forms and styles through some studio based courses including Latin American Dance Forms, Western Dance Styles, improvisation, and Musical Theatre.


School of Interior Design

  • Interior Design: Humanscale for Creative Thinkers

Interior Design (opens in new window) 

Students in the Interior Design module will develop skills at one of AZURE magazine’s top-ranked interior design schools in the world. Students can expect a balance of theoretical and analytical courses which include sustainability, strategic thinking, and contemporary themes within the sphere of design.


School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

  • Events and Live Entertainment

Events and Live Entertainment (opens in new window) 

Almost all industries use event or live entertainment products to attract, captivate and emotionally connect with their audience and internal stakeholders. Whether you are a fashion brand (fashion show), media company (on-stage adaptation of media properties), non-profit organization (fundraisers), musician (concerts), municipality (food festivals) or university (academic conferences), events and live entertainment are integral to the creation of emotional bonds and dissemination of information. Students in this module will be exposed to different types of events, business models and skills required to manage and market a live event.


 NOTE: Modules are offered subject to minimum student enrolment and are normally confirmed in July of each year. Though every effort is made to offer all students the modules of their choice, space in specific modules may be limited if demand exceeds capacity.
 

Setting Up Your Online Identity

Set up your online identity to access online resources.  If you do not have an online identity, complete the online identity activation form. Have your TMU student number ready - this can be found in your official acknowledgement email from the university.

During activation, you will pick your user name, such as: johndoe, john.doe, etc., known as your my.ryerson username and your password. You will not get any email confirming your account activation.

Once activated, your TMU online identity gives you access to:

  • TMU email – log in via Gmail
  • The Central Computer Labs including the Library and Kerr Hall West KHW-71
  • The my.torontomu portal
  • D2L Brightspace learning system
  • MyServiceHub (via my.torontomu.ca)
  • TMU Wireless (Wifi)
  • Website accounts
  • Online Library resources
  • Campus printing
  • Virtual Applications

Setting Up Your TMU Email

Setting Up Your TMU Email
Log in pop-up pictured above.

Once you've activated your online identity, you can try logging into your new TMU email. Toronto Metropolitan University uses Google Workspace, so you will be logging into your TMU email via Gmail (external link, opens in new window) 

When you click Sign In, type in the full email address into the email address bar (ex. johndoe@torontomu.ca). It will take you to a new page with the TMU logo on it. You will be required to put in your username without "@torontomu.ca" (johndoe) and your password. 

Once you press Log In, it should take you to your TMU email inbox. 

Monitoring TMU Emails

It will be important to regularly monitor your new TMU email account. Through your University email, you will be receiving emails from:

  • Toronto Metropolitan University (School)
  • The Creative School (Faculty)
  • Creative Industries (Program)

Once the term starts, the University will only ever contact you via your University email.

Module A Declaration

Once you've taken a good look at the various modules and have an idea of their course offerings, it's time to choose your first of two modules. You will be required to complete a Google Form to declare your Module A so that we can manually enrol you into your first module course ahead of September. 

At this time, you are required to select ONE module. You do not begin your second module until second year. You can still change your Module A at a later date if you wish (send us an email at CRIAdvising@torontomu.ca with your name, student number, old module and new module). 

 NOTE: Course offerings are subject to change each term, and each course listed under a module may not be taught every semester.

The Google Form link will be emailed to all students in the incoming cohort. If you do not received this link in late July, please ensure that your TMU email is activated, then email CRIAdvising@torontomu.ca
Declaration Deadline: TBD

TMU OneCard

Once you are considered an Active student in the Creative Industries program, you will need to get a TMU OneCard. This will act as your official student identification. 

Services using your OneCard:

  • Building access across campus
  • Deposit and use funds for printing, campus food services, bookstore, etc. 
  • Access to the Library, parking garages
  • Ability to borrow media equipment
  • Free access to the Recreation & Athletic Centre (RAC) and TMU Bold home games
  • Provide various discounts (museums, GO Transit, etc.)

You will be able to apply for your OneCard online once your online identity is activated. Visit the Apply Online page for step-by-step instructions. Ideally, you should have your OneCard before the first day of classes

Fall 2024 Course Enrolment

First-Year Priority Enrolment: Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

Most students take five course per term in their first year. However, you can opt to take less if you wish. 

The University will automatically place you in three required courses for the Fall 2023 term:

  1. CRI 100: Creative Industries Overview
  2. BSM 100: The New Business: From Idea to Reality
  3. PLX 111: Imagining the Creative City

You will only have to add two courses on your enrolment date. 

  1. 1 x Module A Course
  2. 1 x Lower Level Liberal Studies Course

Winter 2025 Course Intentions

The enrolment process at TMU is different from other post-secondary institutions. Instead of students building their entire schedule from scratch just before the new semester, TMU allows students to set what is called "Course Intentions." 

Course Intentions allow students to provide the University with a wishlist of courses that they'd like to take in the given semester. Based on these Course Intentions, Scheduling will build each student's timetable around their desired courses to the best of their ability. We will provide you with more information on Course Intentions at a later date. 

Participation is mandatory for all TMU students. Students that fail to complete their Course Intentions will not be able to participate in the year-specific enrolment periods, and must build their entire term timetable from scratch. Academic advisors and other staff members do not have access to enrolling you into courses ahead of the Open Enrolment period. 

 WHO IS IMPACTED MOST BY MISSED COURSE INTENTIONS? Course intentions are especially important for: students with a renewable entrance scholarship (opens in new window) ; students with OSAP or out-of-province funding (opens in new window) ; and international students (opens in new window) . Without knowing your expected enrolment for the Winter term, you may be jeopardizing: eligibility for scholarships and funding, or study permit requirements. 

 NOTE: Course Intentions are NOT course guarantees. There are several reasons why a student may not get into a course that they've added Course Intentions for. This could include: failure to complete prerequisites, scheduling conflicts with other courses on your timetable, or the course is over-subscribed (more students interested than there are seats available in the class). 

Not planning on coming to campus outside of the CI Academic Orientation day? This would be a good time to pick up your OneCard. Learn more about applying for and picking up your TMU student ID card here (opens in new window) .

Creative Industries Academic Orientation & Frosh

Academic Orientation - TBD
Date/Time: TBD
Where: TBD

This will be an in-person event only. Participation is not mandatory but highly encouraged as we will be going over important academic information ahead of the start of the semester. You will be meeting the program's Chair, faculty, and staff, the Dean of The Creative School at the event. At the end of the session, you will have the opportunity to ask staff questions. 

 TIP! More information with the day's intinerary will be emailed to all incoming 1st year students closer to the date. Please make sure to check your TMU email

Creative Industries Frosh

CI Frosh - TBD
Date/Time: TBD
Where: TBD

The Creative Industries Course Union (CICU) will be hosting an event for incoming first year CI students to meet their course union and meet other students in the cohort. This will be a great opportunities to make some friends ahead of the start of the semester. Participation is voluntary. 

TMU Orientation Week

TMU #RoadToTMU O-Week
Dates: TBD
Where: Various locations on TMU campus throughout the week

Interested in joining more campus events, meeting people, and exploring the campus during O-Week? #RoadToTMU has released their list of events, ranging from campus tours, campus group fairs, mixers, and more. 

Social Media

We use social media to remind students of upcoming deadlines, updates, events, and link them to resources/tips etc. You can even DM us on social media! 

Academic Advising Site

The Academic Advising site is your go-to site for all of your academic needs. We provide you with all of the information that you need regarding Course Intentions & Enrolment, how to plan your degree, the various student life and personal wellbeing resources, and much more. Take a couple minutes to browse through the website and get familiar with all of your academic resources!

 Transferring from another institution?

If you're joining us from another program outside of TMU, there are some additional steps you must take. 

  1. Apply for Transfer Credits - You will be required to apply for transfer credits upon accepting your Creative Industries program offer / prior to starting the program. More information can be found on the Transfer Credit - Eligibility page.
  2. Review and understand your Transfer Credit Report - Your previous credits may not have a direct course transfer. You may get General Liberal Studies credits, Subject-Specific Generic credits, Professionally-Related Generic credits, etc. Learn how to read your Transfer Credit Report
  3. See how eligible transfer credits apply to your Advisement Report - Once you are an Active CI student and you have completed the transfer credit process, you will be able to view your Advisement Report. This tool allows you to see where all of your credits apply towards the CI degree. Please note: It is possible for credits to be ineligible for transfer. They will be found under the "Non-Applicable" section of your Advisement Report. 

  

 Require academic accommodation support?

Academic Accommodation Support helps students with single or multiple disabilities (such as learning disabilities, sensory impairments, acquired brain injuries, ADHD, and mental health, medical, and mobility issues). The Centre helps students secure academic accommodations so that they can fully participate in their academic experience at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Some of the services offered include:

  • Accommodation Plans and Facilitators
  • Peer Notetaker
  • SHIFT
  • Accommodated Test Centre
  • Make Up Test Centre

Find the AAS documentation tool for registration  (google form) here (external link, opens in new window) . You may begin the registration process once your TMU identity (including email address) is activated (opens in new window) 

TIP! Not diagnosed with a disability but struggled a lot in school? Academic Accommodation Support (AAS) provide consults to students who do not currently have a diagnosed disability. We can direct you to appropriate resources and discuss options for funding disability assessments. We can also provide referrals to non-disability related learning resources that may help.

Contact aasintake1@torontomu.ca or call 416-979-5000 EXT. 552374 to set up a consultation.

  

 Are you an International student?

International Student Services, supports international students by offering individual assistance, orientation programs, information sessions, and networking events.

Some other support they provide include:

  • International Student Orientation
  • New Arrivals Checklist
  • Immigration
  • Financial Assistance
  • Health & Wellness
  • Working in Canada (during your degree and after with a PGWP)

ISS also hosts events and workshops year-round. This includes:

  • Informational sessions (ex. Immigration Insights)
  • Support groups (ex. English Conversation groups and writing and study support)
  • Fun events (ex. movie nights, cultural and religious celebrations, etc.)

You can also reach out to an ISS team member via issask@torontomu.ca for more information about their services. 

Checklist #2: Next Steps for Internal TMU Transfer Students

Creative-Content Modules

A module is defined as a sequence of five courses consisting of varying combinations of required and elective courses in a discrete subject area. As a Creative Industries student you’ll select one module at the start of 1st year and a second at the start of 2nd year. You’ll complete both modules at a rate of one course per semester. Delivered by the eight professional schools within The Creative School and one professional school in the Ted Rogers School of Management, each module will cover the basic historical, theoretical and production aspects of a creative field while also examining how that field functions as a business.

For details of the courses and tables below, see the course calendar.  (opens in new window) 


School of Fashion

  • The Fashion Industry: Markets, Aesthetics & Creativity

Fashion Industry (opens in new window) 

This module allows students to experience the world of fashion through theory, research and practice. Fashion at Ryerson nurtures students to systemically transform the Canadian and global fashion system by advancing the principles of inclusion, decolonization and sustainability. Students can formulate this module to be more creative, theory and research-based, or managerial in scope by selecting from a variety of topic areas including fashion culture and history, fashion industries and leadership, events and curation, etc.


School of Professional Communication

  • Professional Communication

Professional Communication (opens in new window) 

The Communications Studies module provides students with an overview of how communication, media, public relations, and writing all intersect within the Creative Industries. With classes provided by the Professional Communications school,  students can expect to garner knowledge and experience applied to public relations,  advocacy, writing, and digital communication to utilize in their careers.


School of Image Arts

  • The Art & Business of Film

Art and Business of Film (opens in new window) 

This module provides students with a theoretical approach to film, with major focuses on business, creative practice, concepts and theories, and analytical perspectives on cinema as a whole. With courses from The School of Image Arts and The School of Creative Industries, the Art and Business of Film module allows for students to explore and think critically about the way film is produced, written, represented, and managed within the Creative Industries.

  • Visual Culture

Visual Culture (opens in new window) 

In the Visual Culture module, students learn how to apply an analytical lens to subject areas such as art, history, culture, advertising, and design. Theory-based, specialized courses allow students to gain a well-rounded perspective on how visual culture affects, influences, and impacts the Creative Industries in which we operate.

  • Curatorial Practices

Curatorial Practices (opens in new window) 

The Curatorial Practices module provides students with an overview of curatorial history while strengthening their understanding of display culture and curatorial practices. From art galleries to museums, students can expect to learn about topics such as art history, theories of photography, and public space curation.


School of Journalism

  • The Business and Practice of News

Business and Practice of News (opens in new window) 

Taught by industry experts, the Business and Practice of News module prepares students with transferable and marketable skills in interviewing, critical thinking, writing, and research. Students with an interest in journalism and media will learn how to put current events in context and understand key issues and trends. Students will receive an in-depth look at the production of news over various scopes. With topics ranging from photojournalism to religious reporting, students will harness a scope of knowledge within the journalistic sphere.


School of Graphic Communications Management

  • Concept to Reality: Publishing and Printing

Concept to Reality: Publishing and Printing (opens in new window) 

The Printing and Publishing module is ideal for those looking for both an applied and theoretical groundwork on the publishing, printing, and design industries in North America. The module’s core includes GCM’s three foundational pillars: design & creativity; technology & innovation; and business & entrepreneurship, with a focus on book publishing, typography, design, and packaging.


RTA School of Media

  • The Music Industry

Music Industry (opens in new window) 

The Music Industry module is ideal for students looking to understand the business side of music. Through a curated blend of Creative Industries and RTA courses, students gain an excellent understanding of how the industry operates—exploring talent and event management, branding, distribution, and sound production. Led by industry professionals, students often take this module in hopes of working in talent management, content creation, and event promotion.

  • Storytelling in Media

Storytelling in Media (opens in new window) 

This module, featuring courses from RTA School of Media, provides students with a broad and informative view of how stories are told in media. With classes focusing on the history and aesthetics of television, digital media, and video games, this module is essential for students whose passion is content creation. Students who take the Storytelling in Media module will gain experience in scriptwriting and video production, and deepen their understanding of how content connects with audiences.

  • Media Business

Media Business (opens in new window) 

This module, featuring courses from RTA School of Media, provides students with a strong foundation in how media is created, curated, and distributed. Students will gain an understanding of how the art, craft and business of media are imperative to the Creative Industries. Taught by leading academics and industry professionals, the courses focus on topics such as social media, producing, management, digital culture, and emerging media markets.


School of Performance

  • Acting/Dance Studies

Acting and Dance (opens in new window) 

The Acting and Dance module is ideal for students who want to learn how the field of performance interconnects with the Creative Industries. Students will pursue a variety of theoretical courses related to production, performance, and theatre history. Curated by the School of Performance, students will have the opportunity to learn about different dance forms and styles through some studio based courses including Latin American Dance Forms, Western Dance Styles, improvisation, and Musical Theatre.


School of Interior Design

  • Interior Design: Humanscale for Creative Thinkers

Interior Design (opens in new window) 

Students in the Interior Design module will develop skills at one of AZURE magazine’s top-ranked interior design schools in the world. Students can expect a balance of theoretical and analytical courses which include sustainability, strategic thinking, and contemporary themes within the sphere of design.


School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

  • Events and Live Entertainment

Events and Live Entertainment (opens in new window) 

Almost all industries use event or live entertainment products to attract, captivate and emotionally connect with their audience and internal stakeholders. Whether you are a fashion brand (fashion show), media company (on-stage adaptation of media properties), non-profit organization (fundraisers), musician (concerts), municipality (food festivals) or university (academic conferences), events and live entertainment are integral to the creation of emotional bonds and dissemination of information. Students in this module will be exposed to different types of events, business models and skills required to manage and market a live event.


 NOTE: Modules are offered subject to minimum student enrolment and are normally confirmed in July of each year. Though every effort is made to offer all students the modules of their choice, space in specific modules may be limited if demand exceeds capacity.
 

Monitoring TMU Emails

It will be important to regularly monitor your TMU email account. Through your University email, you will be receiving emails from:

  • Toronto Metropolitan University (School)
  • The Creative School (Faculty)
  • Creative Industries (Program)

Checking Your New Advisement Report


 As an internal TMU student, you will NOT have to apply for transfer credits.
  1. Learn about Internal TMU Course Transfers - You will not be required to apply for transfer credits. More information can be found on the Internal TMU Course Transfers page.
  2. See how your credits apply to your Advisement Report - Once you are an Active CI student, you will be able to view your Advisement Report. This tool allows you to see where all of your credits apply towards the CI degree. Please note: It is possible for credits to be ineligible for transfer. They will be found under the "Non-Applicable" section of your Advisement Report. 
 Have you completed courses at another institution before joining a different program at TMU?

Whether you came from Concordia > Business Management > Creative Industries, or from George Brown > Biology > Creative Industries, it will be important to understand all of your credits. 

Make sure to review and understand your Transfer Credit Report - Your previous credits may not have a direct course transfer. You may get General Liberal Studies credits, Subject-Specific Generic credits, Professionally-Related Generic credits, etc. Learn how to read your Transfer Credit Report

Module A Declaration

Once you've taken a good look at the various modules and have an idea of their course offerings, it's time to choose your first of two modules. You will be required to complete a Google Form to declare your Module A so that we can manually enrol you into your first module course ahead of September. 

At this time, you are required to select ONE module. You do not begin your second module until second year. You can still change your Module A at a later date if you wish (send us an email at CRIAdvising@torontomu.ca with your name, student number, old module and new module). 

 NOTE: Course offerings are subject to change each term, and each course listed under a module may not be taught every semester.

The Google Form link will be emailed to all students in the incoming cohort. If you do not received this link in late July, please ensure that your TMU email is activated, then email CRIAdvising@torontomu.ca
Declaration Deadline: TBD

Fall 2024 Course Enrolment

First-Year Priority Enrolment: Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

Most students take five course per term in their first year. However, you can opt to take less if you wish. 

The University will automatically place you in three required courses for the Fall 2023 term:

  1. CRI 100: Creative Industries Overview
  2. BSM 100: The New Business: From Idea to Reality
  3. PLX 111: Imagining the Creative City

You will only have to add two courses on your enrolment date. 

  1. 1 x Module A Course
  2. 1 x Lower Level Liberal Studies Course

NOTE: If you've already completed any of the mandatory first year Creative Industries courses before entering the program, please reach out to CRI Advising (criadvising@torontomu.ca) to discuss alternate options. 

Winter 2025 Course Intentions

The enrolment process at TMU is different from other post-secondary institutions. Instead of students building their entire schedule from scratch just before the new semester, TMU allows students to set what is called "Course Intentions." 

Course Intentions allow students to provide the University with a wishlist of courses that they'd like to take in the given semester. Based on these Course Intentions, Scheduling will build each student's timetable around their desired courses to the best of their ability. We will provide you with more information on Course Intentions at a later date. 

Participation is mandatory for all TMU students. Students that fail to complete their Course Intentions will not be able to participate in the year-specific enrolment periods, and must build their entire term timetable from scratch. Academic advisors and other staff members do not have access to enrolling you into courses ahead of the Open Enrolment period. 

 WHO IS IMPACTED MOST BY MISSED COURSE INTENTIONS? Course intentions are especially important for: students with a renewable entrance scholarship (opens in new window) ; students with OSAP or out-of-province funding (opens in new window) ; and international students (opens in new window) . Without knowing your expected enrolment for the Winter term, you may be jeopardizing: eligibility for scholarships and funding, or study permit requirements. 

 NOTE: Course Intentions are NOT course guarantees. There are several reasons why a student may not get into a course that they've added Course Intentions for. This could include: failure to complete prerequisites, scheduling conflicts with other courses on your timetable, or the course is over-subscribed (more students interested than there are seats available in the class). 

Not planning on coming to campus outside of the CI Academic Orientation day? This would be a good time to pick up your OneCard. Learn more about applying for and picking up your TMU student ID card here (opens in new window) .

Creative Industries Academic Orientation & Frosh

Academic Orientation - TBD
Date/Time: TBD
Where: TBD

This will be an in-person event only. Participation is not mandatory but highly encouraged as we will be going over important academic information ahead of the start of the semester. You will be meeting the program's Chair, faculty, and staff, the Dean of The Creative School at the event. At the end of the session, you will have the opportunity to ask staff questions. 

 TIP! More information with the day's intinerary will be emailed to all incoming 1st year students closer to the date. Please make sure to check your TMU email

Creative Industries Frosh

CI Frosh - TBD
Date/Time: TBD
Where: TBD

The Creative Industries Course Union (CICU) will be hosting an event for incoming first year CI students to meet their course union and meet other students in the cohort. This will be a great opportunities to make some friends ahead of the start of the semester. Participation is voluntary. 

TMU Orientation Week

TMU #RoadToTMU O-Week
Dates: TBD
Where: Various locations on TMU campus throughout the week

Interested in joining more campus events, meeting people, and exploring the campus during O-Week? #RoadToTMU has released their list of events, ranging from campus tours, campus group fairs, mixers, and more. 

Social Media

We use social media to remind students of upcoming deadlines, updates, events, and link them to resources/tips etc. You can even DM us on social media! 

Academic Advising Site

The Academic Advising site is your go-to site for all of your academic needs. We provide you with all of the information that you need regarding Course Intentions & Enrolment, how to plan your degree, the various student life and personal wellbeing resources, and much more. Take a couple minutes to browse through the website and get familiar with all of your academic resources!

 Require academic accommodation support?

Academic Accommodation Support helps students with single or multiple disabilities (such as learning disabilities, sensory impairments, acquired brain injuries, ADHD, and mental health, medical, and mobility issues). The Centre helps students secure academic accommodations so that they can fully participate in their academic experience at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Some of the services offered include:

  • Accommodation Plans and Facilitators
  • Peer Notetaker
  • SHIFT
  • Accommodated Test Centre
  • Make Up Test Centre

Find the AAS documentation tool for registration  (google form) here (external link, opens in new window) . You may begin the registration process once your TMU identity (including email address) is activated (opens in new window) 

TIP! Not diagnosed with a disability but struggled a lot in school? Academic Accommodation Support (AAS) provide consults to students who do not currently have a diagnosed disability. We can direct you to appropriate resources and discuss options for funding disability assessments. We can also provide referrals to non-disability related learning resources that may help.

Contact aasintake1@torontomu.ca or call 416-979-5000 EXT. 552374 to set up a consultation.

  

 Are you an International student?

International Student Services, supports international students by offering individual assistance, orientation programs, information sessions, and networking events.

Some other support they provide include:

  • International Student Orientation
  • New Arrivals Checklist
  • Immigration
  • Financial Assistance
  • Health & Wellness
  • Working in Canada (during your degree and after with a PGWP)

ISS also hosts events and workshops year-round. This includes:

  • Informational sessions (ex. Immigration Insights)
  • Support groups (ex. English Conversation groups and writing and study support)
  • Fun events (ex. movie nights, cultural and religious celebrations, etc.)

You can also reach out to an ISS team member via issask@torontomu.ca for more information about their services.