Understanding Majors, Minors and Electives

Your major is the focal point of your degree and most of your courses will be related to your major. If you are taking a double major then your courses will be divided between them, along with a few electives. A minor is a secondary specialization so if you select a major/minor programme then a small portion of your courses will be related to your minor. Some programmes include the minor and for others you can declare a minor at the end of your first year. An elective is a course that is not required for your programme, but that you choose to do because of your interest. Most programmes require or allow a certain number of electives to meet the credits required for the programme.