Challenge For Credit
Challenge for Credit is a mechanism whereby you can “challenge” a course to receive credit for it, rather than taking a course and receiving a grade.
Why challenge for credit?
In Kinesiology, some students challenge for 1 and 2 credit Activity Courses. For example, a Bronze Cross, NLS certified, or varsity swimmer could challenge for credit Kin 2603, Basic Swimming rather than take the course. The instructor would administer a comprehensive exam and/or require proof of certifications. If successful, the student receives a “CR” on his/her transcript.
What about challenging for a 3ch course?
If you have experience that you feel is equivalent to a 3ch course in the Faculty, then you can apply through the College of Extended Learning for a Prior Learning Assessment rather than challenge for credit.
Recommended procedures for Challenging for Credit
- Review the UNB regulations on Challenging for Credit
- Meet with the instructor of the course, review the course outline and discuss with him/her what will be required (comprehensive exam, tests, etc.) to challenge a course for credit. Note: normally, a course must be listed in the timetable (with an instructor assigned) in order to challenge for credit.
- If you think you can succeed, then print and complete the application form. Make sure the instructor attaches a note that he/she agrees to conduct a comprehensive exam. Then take to the Director of Undergraduate Studies for Faculty approval.
- Take the approved form to Financial Services to pay fee.
- Take to the Registrar’s office for final processing.
