Communication is always evolving, and Laurier’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies keeps pace with these changes. In our dynamic courses on media, culture and theory, you'll discover how communication shapes and influences the organization of communities, institutions and governance both locally and globally. You'll develop essential skills and insights that will open doors to exciting careers in public relations, politics, the non-profit sector, and industry. If you're passionate about understanding how communication drives our world and want to be at the forefront of its future, this program is for you. |
| 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.
Ontario High School Admission Requirements Communications (BA) - Average admission range: mid 70s
- English at 60%
Communications (BA) with Co-op - Average admission range: low 80s
- 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. This chart will show you what courses from your province are equivalent to the admission requirements listed under the Ontario High School Admission Requirements section.
Students applying to this program from an international curriculum must present the following: - Average admission range:
- mid 70s, or
- low 80s if applying to direct-entry co-op
- 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]. |
| Test Scores: | - DuoLingo [min. 120] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 59] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | "How Can I Transfer into Communication Studies?" If you've completed studies at another college or university, you may be eligible to transfer into Laurier's Communication Studies (BA) program. Admission requirements vary depending on your academic background and the number of postsecondary courses you've completed.
To find out if you can transfer into this program, we encourage you to: - Review our transfer admission requirements to find the criteria that applies to your unique situation, including information about transfer credits and academic requirements.
- Explore our transfer pathway opportunities to see how your previous studies may count toward this program.
Important Transfer Credit Information Students who have completed (or will complete) 2.5 or more attempted postsecondary credits at another institution are not eligible for direct-entry co-op admission in this program. |
* 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.