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- Next steps for new students (redirect)
Starting in FALL 2026 at Surrey
Your Journey begins here
Fass One Next Steps
1
Accept
your
offer
(Deadline May 1, 2026)
2
Activate
your
SFU EMAIL
(May)
3
Complete
University Prep
Steps 1 & 2
(May/June)
May 1, 2026
This is an important decision. Take your time deciding and remember there's no rush to choose a major right away. Don't worry - you have some time!
Visit #KnowYourSFU at the Surrey campus in April (details to come), and get to know the Surrey community in person! Learn more about the programs you are interested in, meet some faculty, and check out the services and resources available to students.
One Person, One computing ID - Activate in May
A computing ID is your key to accessing services like: goSFU (course registration, paying tuition), Canvas (lecture materials, assignments) email (the official form of communication for the University) as well as computer labs, and other services. Your Computing ID is the username before “@sfu.ca” in your SFU email address. For example, if your SFU email is "kipling@sfu.ca", then your Computing ID is "kipling". Don't confuse it with the 9-digit student/employee number on your SFU ID card.
A free online course for all new undergraduate students
We want you to succeed! Research shows that students who complete University Prep have higher academic success. Step 1 introduces key terms you’ll need at SFU—like WQB, prerequisites, co-requisites, academic units, and calendar information—while Step 2 is faculty-specific and helps you plan your degree and enroll in courses. Starting university can feel overwhelming, but if you need clarification or support, your FASS Advisor and a team of mentors are here to help you navigate your first year at Surrey.
JuNE 2026 - FASS One students are REQUIRED to attend
By attending a FASS camp or course planning session you will get your questions answered! How do I choose classes? What if I don't know what I want to study? What is the difference between a major and minor? What is a course unit? What is it like to attend a lecture? Come to either planning option and get answers. Click below for more information about each option.
FASS CAMP
- Choose a date in late June (dates coming soon)
- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
- Make connections with other new students
- Inside tips from student mentors plus fun and games
- Get a taste of what classes are like with a mini lecture by one of our instructors
- Course planning workshop
- Fee is approximately $20 and includes lunch and materials for the event
Course planning session
- Condensed two hour session with the Faculty advisor and mentors
- Helps prepare your course selection and other pertinent information to get ready for your first term
Can't attend a FASS camp or Course planning session?
- FASS One students are required to attend either a FASS camp or a course planning session before being eligible to enrol in classes
- If you can't attend either event, then you should contact a first year advisor prior to registering for courses
- Appointments can be made via Advisor Link and are in person or over Zoom
FASS Camp
Registration
(Dates coming soon)
← Choose One option →
Course Planning
Registration
(Dates coming soon)
July /August 2026
- Enrollment Begins in July: You will receive a specific date when you are eligible to enrol in your classes.
- Check your enrollment date: Sign into goSFU to find your exact enrollment date
- Required Advising Session: All FASS One students are required to attend either a FASS camp or course planning session prior to enrolling.
Review your class options prior to your enrollment date in order to prepare and make notes. SFU also has some tips to make this process smoother. To browse the course catalog, sign into goSFU, then select the term and search.
Watch for an email inviting you to complete the SFU 101 course. It’s your chance to get ready for life at SFU—explore our campus culture, discover programs and events, and connect with your HIVE group, all before you start your journey!
September 2026
- .Welcome Day is a great way for first-year students to get to know SFU through campus tours, sample lectures, and a full day of fun activities.
- Check your SFU email for your invitation and RSVP—everyone is encouraged to attend and enjoy a free BBQ lunch!
- You’ll also meet your FASS One mentors and take part in weekly FaM (Friends and Mentors) sessions, where experienced student mentors help you connect with others in your intended major, build a peer support network, and get more comfortable navigating university life. Having been in your shoes, your mentors can give advice on academics, managing time and stress, finding campus resources, and making friends—plus they’re always there for fun, games, and treats too!