Wilfrid Laurier University

Arts Degree (BA) + Master's Degree (MA or MSc), University of Sussex

Wilfrid Laurier University

Faculty:Faculty of Arts - Waterloo & the University of Sussex
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Development Economics and International Development
International Relations and Affairs
International/Global Studies
International Policy Analysis
Length:5 Year(s)

Description:

Ready to make a global impact? Begin your Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Anthropology, Global Studies, Sociology or Women and Gender Studies at Laurier and secure guaranteed admission to a specialized master's (MA or MSc) in international development and global issues at the University of Sussex in the UK, earning two degrees in just five years.

Build the expertise needed to tackle urgent global challenges, including climate change, migration, conflict, inequality, food security and human rights.

Study at Sussex, ranked #1 globally in development studies (QS 2017-2023), and learn from leading professors learn from dedicated professors focused on understanding and addressing global challenges.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75 to 100
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
English at 60%. Students applying to this program from a Canadian province outside of Ontario are encouraged to review our course equivalents by province chart.

International Admission Requirements


Students applying to this program from an international curriculum must present the following:

Average admission range: mid 70s
Senior or grade 12 English at 60%
Students applying to this program from an international curriculum are encouraged to review our curriculum-specific requirements. You will find which courses from your country's curriculum are equivalent to the admission requirements listed above. If your country or curriculum is not listed, please reach out to [email protected]


Transfer Requirements


Students applying to this program from another post-secondary institution are encouraged to review our transfer-specific requirements. This page will show you the admission requirements for your unique transfer situation and provide more details about transferring to Laurier.


College graduates applying to Laurier's Global Studies program may be eligible for admission with one of our block transfer agreements.



Learn more about our college pathway opportunities here.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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