Complementary Studies (CS) can be broadly defined as studies in humanities, social sciences, arts, management, engineering economics and communication that complement the technical curriculum. All students are required to take CS electives at some point during their program.
Some areas of study that are considered complementary to Engineering studies include:
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An introduction to the methodologies and thought process of the humanities and social sciences
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Basic knowledge of engineering economics
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Awareness of the impact of technology on society
Faculty-Approved CS Courses
Explore a list of Faculty-approved CS courses below. When you access the report, you can navigate between the tabs at the bottom to switch between the different elective types. If there is a course you would like the Faculty to consider for CS approval, submit this for CS consideration.
Students may also view the available CS courses on Timetable Builder by selecting 'Complementary Studies' under the Breath Requirements / Elective Categories menu.
CS Requirements
Students are responsible for determining their qualifications for taking a CS course, including but not limited to prerequisites and required permissions. For detailed information regarding CS electives, please consult the Academic Calendar.
Select Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) courses may be used to fulfill CS elective requirements.
Engineering, math or science courses — including astronomy and psychology — may not be used to fulfill your CS elective requirement. Additionally, the Rotman School of Management does not typically permit students outside their faculty to take their courses (i.e. RSM courses).
When selecting Arts & Science CS courses, please note that some courses may have enrolment controls that limit enrolment. Visit the Arts & Science Academic Calendar for further information on enrolment controls.