Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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

Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Arts
Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Anthropology
Archeology
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
Course Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,244

Please visit the Laurier website for more information on tuition and fees.
All costs are estimates and subject to change.

Careers:AnthropologistsArchaeologists

Description:

Laurier's exciting new partnership with Cardiff University in Wales offers you the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a master's degree (MA or MSc) in just five years.

Your academic journey begins at Laurier's Waterloo campus, earning a BA in Archaeology and Heritage Studies or Communication Studies. Then head to Cardiff University, one of the United Kingdom's leading universities, where you'll complete a one-year hands-on Master of Science (MSc) in Archaeological Sciences or a Master of Arts (MA) offered by the School of Journalism, Media and Culture Programme.

These practical degrees are widely respected and deliver the training, skills and knowledge to help you make your mark in the media or the heritage industries upon graduation.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
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%.
Test Scores:
  • Graduate Management Admission Test or Graduate Record Examination
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based)
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • Work Experience

* 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.

Modified on December 17, 2025