This website is for students enrolled in the Professional Communication BA program only.
If you are not a Professional Communication student, refer to the Academic Program Directory to contact your advisor.
New Students
New Students
Welcome to Professional Communication at The Creative School! We're thrilled to have you join our community of future communication leaders. Here, you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need to excel in a wide range of fields. Get ready for an exciting and transformative academic journey ahead!
New Student Checklist
You've accepted your offer, paid your tuition deposit, and met your admission requirements. Now what? Check out what steps you need to take as a new student at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU).
Visit this page to view all things related to academics, student life, financial, and your TMU student portal!
Your online identity is important! This username and password is used to access your TMU email, register for courses, log into computers on campus and access to other online resources. When asked for your student/applicant ID, enter your nine-digit university student number. Keep a record of your username and password. Note: It may take up to 48 hours for your online identity to be active.
Email: help@torontomu.ca
Your Student OneCard is one of the most important tools you’ll need while at TMU. Not only is it your official student identification, it also grants you access to campus services, buildings and discounts. You can also use it as a payment card to purchase products and services.
All incoming students must apply for their free OneCard using the online OneCard application portal. Once your application is approved, you can pick up your OneCard by visiting the Kerr Hall West (KHW) Lower Gym between August 28 and September 8, 2023. After those dates, you will need to visit the Onecard office in POD 48 to get your OneCard.
When getting your OneCard, please know your student number and remember to bring a valid piece of government ID.
All official university communications will be sent to your Toronto Metropolitan University email account.
Remember to check it frequently!
You are required to follow the term-by-term requirements that have been developed specifically for ProCom students. To learn more about Semesters 1 and 2, including required courses, your selection of elective courses, and course descriptions, refer to the Undergraduate Course Calendar.
The Course Enrollment Period for the Fall 2023 Term is from August 8 - September 15. During this time, you may enrol or make changes to your Fall 2023 courses.
The Course Intention Period for the Winter 2024 Term is from August 21 - September 15. If you were automatically enrolled into your required Fall 2023 term courses, you were also loaded into your required Winter 2024 Term course intentions. You are required to select your elective courses for the Winter 2024 term. Completing course intentions increases your chances of being scheduled into courses of your choice and allows you to receive your OSAP funding for the Winter 2024 term earlier.
Additional details: Course Intentions
It is important to follow this step as bookmarking is a fast an easy way to find the advising site! Also, enabling D2L notifications will ensure you are kept up to date with messages from Professors!
Your Mandatory Academic Orientation session will take place on Tuesday, August 29, 2023.
This online session will help prepare you for September and provides the opportunity to learn more about your program. You will also meet your Chair, faculty, academic advisors, and peers. You will also have the chance to connect with upper-year ProCom students and get answers to your questions before the semester begins. We look forward to meeting you!
Transfer Student Checklist
Transferring from another institution?
If you're joining us from another program outside of TMU, there are some additional steps you must take.
- 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.
- 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.
- See how eligible transfer credits apply to your Advisement Report - Once you are an Active ProCom 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 ProCom 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.
Transferring internally from a different TMU program?
As an internal TMU student, you will NOT have to apply for transfer credits.
- 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.
- See how your credits apply to your Advisement Report - Once you are an Active ProCom student, you will be able to view your Advisement Report. This tool allows you to see where all of your credits apply towards the ProCom 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.
Academic Accomodation Support
Registration
Are you a student living with a disability? Does your disability impact your learning? If so, register for Academic Accommodation Support (AAS) (opens in new window) as soon as possible, preferably prior to the start of the semester to ensure your accommodation plan is active when classes start!
SHIFT
SHIFT (opens in new window) is Toronto Metropolitan University's orientation program for incoming students with disabilities. Open to all students with disabilities entering any Ontario post-secondary institution, SHIFT offers sessions that guide students through transitioning to post-secondary with a disability.
