Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences!

Discover your FASS Journey! Virtual Information Session

Wondering whether FASS at SFU is the right fit for you? We’re hosting another student-led virtual info session to help you learn more about your potential fit in FASS. Attend it and meet students from our range of diverse programs and departments!

April 16 (Wednesday), 4:00pm PT, online

Here are your next steps

Check
out
Welcome
Day

Go to
class

Accept
your
offer

May 2025

This is an important decision you are making and we know there are many factors to consider before deciding on which school or which major to choose. Don't worry—you have some time!

Sign up for the #KnowYourSFU event on April 24 (Thursday), 5-8 pm and get to know the SFU community in-person! Meet with faculty representatives and learn more about the programs you're interested in. You'll also be introduced to various services and resources across our three campuses, that will help support you throughout your studies.

I'm ready to accept my offer

Student sits with an academic advisor at SFU Surrey campus

Meet
with an advisor
(anytime)

• Online • Phone • In-person

Make an appointment with an advisor to go over your course schedule to make sure it is working for you. They understand that you want to take courses that interest you but will also lead to earning your degree one day. And if you are feeling unsure of which courses to take, or which direction to pursue, they are more than happy to talk it out with you.

FASS academic advising is located in Arts Central in the academic quadrangle, otherwise known as the AQ, right across from Images Theatre.

Unsure on which course to pick? Check out the Suggested First Term Schedule webpage.

Meet FASS advisors

First-year students participate in games at FASS Camps

Attend
FASS
camps

JUNE 2025

Get to know FASS

FASS Camps is a day-long event aimed at helping new students (like you!) get comfortable on campus and create connections with each other.

Fun and games

Through games and tours, you will get oriented with campus and FASS. The day is packed with activities hosted by Arts Central advising and FASS peer mentors.

Course Selection Workshop

Choosing your courses is super exciting! It's an opportunity for you to learn more about subjects you are interested in. But we know it can also be overwhelming. Through this workshop, you will receive support from advisors and peer mentors who will provide guidance, answer questions, and show you some tips and tricks.

Sample Lectures

A professor will give a sneak peek of their classes with a Prof Talk, and are available to answer your questions.

Professor Andy Hira lectures to a group of first year students

Enrol
in
classes

JULY 2025

You will receive a specific date when you are eligible to enrol in your classes. To check for your enrolment date, sign into goSFU.

Ideally, students review their class options prior to their enrolment 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.

Enrol in classes

New students visit department information tables during SFU welcome day

Check out
Welcome
Day

September 2, 2025

It's the first day on campus and everywhere is buzzing with excitement!

When you arrive on campus head over to the new student check-in. Once you have checked-in you can join your FASS HIVE group for a day of activities. Your HIVE leader will take you on a campus tour and invite you to sit in on sample lectures. Be sure to check out the Department Fair and learn more about each FASS department and have your questions answered. Relax and enjoy a free BBQ lunch with new friends.

All new SFU undergraduates are invited—and encouraged—to attend Welcome Day! You can find your invitation in the Get Started newsletter. Don't forget to check your SFU email inbox! Make sure to RSVP right away.

Go to
class

September 3, 2025

Today is the day!

Enjoy your first day! It can be a mix of emotions, but remember, we are here for you all throughout your academic experience. If you have questions, contact our friendly staff and students or come visit us at Arts Central - our doors are open Monday through Friday every week.

Find your SFU community!

Through the FASS Peer mentorship program you will gain friendships and connections, while you build up your resume as you provide guidance to new students. Or join a student union and network with students interested in your same educational goals.

Explore FASS Student Life

Get FASS familiar with campus tours

At the end of August, FASS will be hosting six mini campus tours for new and returning students. Come check out Arts Central (our student hub), the FASS buildings where you will be taking classes, and meet other students as well as our FASS Peer Mentors.

Taking classes in Surrey?

First year students taking classes at SFU Surrey are automatically enroled in the FASS One program. In a cohort-like setting, you will receive assistance by a dedicated advisor and peer mentors as well as have close contact with professors, staff, as well as the community at the Surrey campus.

Surrey FASS One Next Steps

Co-op and careers: Helping you towards your working future

Find out how to add employment experience to your resume while at university. Co-op provides opportunities for work experience in your field of study. With on-the-job experience, you will have the much needed skills to be ready to hit the job market after graduation.

I am interested in work experience