General Information - Division of Continuing Studies
Undergraduate Calendar 2012-2013
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The Royal Military College of Canada (RMCC) Distance Education Programme is an excerpt of the RMCC Undergraduate Calendar. You are invited to visit the Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) website or contact one of our Programme Representatives with any questions or problems that may arise concerning the interpretation of academic regulations.
Mission
To provide high quality learner focused professional, undergraduate, and graduate distance education for RMCC students.
Vision
To set the standard for university level distance education within the Department of National Defence.
DCS Contacts
For programme information and assistance, please consult DCS - Contact Us
DCS Executive
- Dean of the Division of Continuing Studies
- Dr M.A. Hennessy, BA, MA, PhD
- Associate Dean (Academic Outreach)
- Dr P.R. Roberge, PhD, PEng
- Associate Dean (Curriculum)
- Dr D. Varey, BA, MA, PhD
- Chief of Staff
- Col (Ret'd) J.G. Lindsay, OMM, CD, rmcc, plsc, qtc, pcsc, ltsc, BEng
Continuing Studies Committee
The Continuing Studies Committee, a committee of Faculty Board with representation from each academic department, acts as a steering committee for the administration of all continuing education activities and is responsible for the academic governance of the non-resident undergraduate programmes. The Continuing Studies Committee makes recommendations to Faculty Board concerning the development and approval of Undergraduate Programmes offered through DCS and the recognition of courses offered by other organizations.
The membership of the Continuing Studies Committee, chaired by the Associate Dean of Continuing Studies (Curriculum), consists of:
- a representative from each academic department,
- the Registrar,
- the Chair of the Syllabus Committee or appointed representative,
- the DCS
- the Manager of Course Design and Development,
- the Course Delivery Support Manager,
- the Director of Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.
Continuing Studies at RMCC
The degree programmes offered through DCS at RMCC are thoroughly grounded in the elements of the military profession, permitting students to acquire a university degree regardless of where they live and work, and minimizing any negative impact on their commitments to family and career. The programmes integrate in-service training and experience with special and standard university courses. Courses are offered in English and French and students may complete assignments, essays and exams in the official language of their choice.
Distance Education
DCS-administered courses at RMCC encompasses the following delivery modes:
- Residential or on-site (in a classroom setting and normally at a location remote from RMCC),
- Paper-based (traditional correspondence), and
- Web-based (Internet).
For information on Course Offerings, Course Descriptions, Course Overviews and Delivery Mode, please refer to the following web page: DCS - Course Offerings
Programme Principles
RMCC is an academic institution that understands the operational commitments of CF members. The degree programmes are designed with flexibility in mind and emphasize maximum efficiency and minimum time for completion, through application of the following principles:
Accessibility:
- Attendance at RMCC is not required to complete a programme
- Many courses are offered in both official languages
- Courses may be taken either in classroom or using the most appropriate distance education delivery mode that best accommodates the student
Prior Learning Assessment:
- Full transferability of approved university level credits obtained elsewhere
- Credit is granted, as appropriate, for university level professional and DND courses
- Credit(s) for second language proficiency
Flexibility:
- Timetables accommodate interruptions due to operational commitments
Relevance:
- In-service related courses can make up a significant part of the content for some programmes
- Standard courses will be taught, where possible, within the defence context
- New courses and programmes specific to the defence context are designed and offered
CF Subsidized Study Programmes
In addition to part-time studies, DCS provides administrative support to some of DND's programmes of sponsored full-time studies toward degrees. Part-time studies can be a lead-in toward being selected for sponsorship under these programmes.
Initial Baccalaureate Degree Programme (IBDP)
Education is an essential and integral part of officer professional development and the CF encourages officers to pursue continuing education on their own volition. The CF has established a goal to have all officers hold a university degree, with the exception of those commissioned from the ranks. In support of this goal, the CF has established a programme to provide subsidized education to eligible officers in pursuit of their initial baccalaureate degree.
DAOD 5031-7 outlines the conditions and benefits associated with this programme. It does not preclude other initiatives that have been put in place in support of continuing education.
University Training Plan - Non Commissioned Members (UTPNCM)
The UTPNCM Programme is a DND-sponsored subsidization plan to generate commissioned officers which is open to certain non-commissioned members of the CF who meet the academic requirements for admission to RMCC or other Canadian universities as candidates for a baccalaureate degree. Depending on their level of academic standing, UTPNCM candidates may enter either at the first-year level or with an advanced standing. Except for certain allowances made for age, service experience and marital status, these officer cadets must meet substantially the same academic and military requirements as those in the Regular Officer Training Plan.
The conditions governing eligibility, application and selection procedures are set forth in CFAO 9-13, and as modified by subsequent orders.
