Student Life

Words to Know Before University Course Selection

Course selection is the first step to setting yourself up for success in the upcoming semester. Whether this is your first time selecting courses, or you’ve done this before, it can be confusing and you might not know where to start. 

Most Universities offer course selection in June and July so take the first step in understanding each type of course requirement before the big day. 

The Lingo
Compulsory Course
These are specific courses in your discipline that you must complete in order to graduate.
Prerequisite Course
This is a course that students are required to complete before taking another course.
Optional Course
Courses that must be selected from a set list of courses.
Elective Course
This course is chosen as a personal preference and is not required for your University degree


You might be feeling overwhelmed, intimidated, and lost. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Wize has taken the time (so you don’t have to) to put together a comprehensive guide to make sure you’ll be cruising to success come the start of the semester. Download "The Guide to University Course Selection" for advice on selecting courses, steps of how to do it, and what you'll need on the day of course registration.