BDCI

Undergraduate Program Advising

The Undergraduate Advising Team is here to support your journey through the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI) program.

Group Advising Sessions (Virtual)

Connect with the Undergraduate Advising Team for a virtual, drop-in Q&A period on all things BDCI! You can use this hour to check in on topics such as registration, program progression, UCalgary regulations, and more.

BDCI Check-Ins

During the fall and winter terms, the Undergraduate Advising Team will also be available for informal check-ins and advising (both individual drop-in or group advising) for BDCI students only at the BDCI homerooms (studio spaces).

  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM | 4Y studio space (9th Floor)
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM | 1Y studio space (5th Floor)
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM | 3Y studio space (8th Floor)
  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM | 2Y studio space (6th Floor)
  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM | 4Y studio space (9th Floor)
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM | 2Y studio space (6th Floor)
  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM | 3Y studio space (8th Floor)
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM | 1Y studio space (5th Floor)
     

In-Person Advising

In-person advising is available at our new campus location, 801 7 Ave SW. Appointments take place in UCDC1 710 or UCDC1 711. If you do not have building access (including prospective or non-SAPL visitors), a member of the SAPL Advising Team will meet you in the lobby and escort you to the advising area. 

  • October 5, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (MT)
  • October 28, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM (MT)
  • November 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (MT)
  • November 13, 2026 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM (MT)
  • November 25, 2026 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM (MT)
  • December 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (MT)
  • December 4, 2026 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM (MT)
  • December 15, 2026 | 1:30 - 3:30 PM (MT)

Writing Symbols Lodge

During the fall and winter terms, the Undergraduate Advising Team also provides drop-in advising for all students at the Writing Symbols Lodge (MSC 390Z)

Do you need an advising appointment?

Before you book a SAPL advising appointment

Before you book a SAPL advising appointment

Check out helpful tips and information regarding key academic situations for an undergraduate student in the BDCI program. Students will often find answers to their questions on this page.

More information

If you still have questions

If you still have questions

After reviewing the above linked resources, book an advising appointment via WaitWell to connect with the Undergraduate Advising Team for additional support.

Book an appointment

What areas do you need help with?

Connect with our SAPL Undergraduate Advising Team for support in: 

  • Academic rules and permissions
  • Academic withdrawal rules
  • Academic review and ATP (Academic Turnaround Program)
  • After/second degree in BDCI
  • Change of program requirements for BDCI
  • Course selection and withdrawals
  • Dean’s List
  • Degree planning
  • GPA and academic standing
  • Graduation and degree requirements
  • Graduation checks and verification letters
  • Program changes
  • Referrals to other offices
  • Taking courses at another institution (Letter of Permission)
  • Time conflicts 

The SAPL Undergraduate Advising Team cannot help you with: 

  • Admission into graduate schools
  • Admission into professional programs (dentistry, pharmacy, medicine, optometry, etc.)
  • Deferral requests regarding midterm exams, quizzes, or assignments
  • Completing registration or building course schedules on the student’s behalf
  • Overloading into full classes
  • Career advising

    Connect with someone who can help! Take a look at other resources on campus.