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June 18, 2026

Hi Science & Engineering Students,

Trying to pick the right math course? Use this quick guide to help make the right choice:

📅 Taking MATH 1210 this fall?
Before classes begin, you'll need to complete the MATH 1210 Placement Test. The test will be available at the end of August on Brightspace and helps ensure you're registered in the course that best matches your math background. We recommend completing it before your first MATH class.

🧪 Are you majoring in…

Astrophysics, Chemistry, Computing Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering?
âž¡ You’ll want MATH 1210 – Introductory Calculus I

Passed the MATH 1210 placement test?
✅ Great — you’re likely in the right course.

🌿 Are you majoring in…

Biology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Geography, or Psychology?
âž¡ MATH 1250 – Calculus for Life Sciences I may be the best fit.

Biology major?
âš  You’ll need MATH 1250 or MATH 1210 for your program.

📚 Need a stronger math foundation?

If you:
• Took Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 11 (but not Pre-Calculus 12)
• Want a refresher before calculus
• Didn’t get the MATH 1210 placement test result you hoped for

âž¡ Consider MATH 1190 – Fundamental Mathematics

Good news: switching to MATH 1190 won’t affect your timetable because it runs at the same time as MATH 1210.

💡 Still unsure?

Choosing your first university math course can be confusing — Science Advising is here to help if you have questions about your program requirements or which course is right for you.

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May 27, 2026

Welcome to the É«»¨Ìà of Science at Saint Mary’s! 

Your journey as a Science student is just getting started, and we’re excited to be part of it! As your Academic Advisors, we’re here to support you, cheer you on, and help you feel confident as you navigate your first year. 

📅 Need help with registration or choosing courses? 
If you haven’t completed your registration yet—or you’re not sure if you picked the right courses—come meet with us! You can book an in-person or virtual appointment through our online system: . Prefer email? That works too! 

We recommend connecting with an advisor at least once per term to make sure you’re on track with your program and academic goals. To help you get started, here are a few helpful resources: 

• First-Year Registration Advice 
• Science Program Requirement Tables 
• Science Prerequisite Tables 

💡 Stay Connected on Brightspace 

Make sure you’re enrolled in the Science Advising Brightspace page and have your notifications turned on. 
To sign up: 

1. Log into Brightspace 
2. Click Discover on the NavBar 
3. Search for Science Advising Centre 
4. Enroll 

You’ll be using Brightspace a lot throughout your degree, so it’s great to get familiar early. You can also manage notification settings by clicking your name (top right) and selecting Notifications. 

📬 Check Your SMU Email 

Keep an eye on your SMU inbox for important updates—from us and from the university. We’ll also be sending you emails over the summer with helpful resources and more details about our Science & Engineering Academic Welcome in September!