International Education Studies (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University

Programme overview

Expand your global awareness and intercultural skills through the study of educational philosophies and teaching approaches in Wilfrid Laurier University’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Education Studies. This unique program blends academic learning and hands-on experience with courses from the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Education. Develop the skills, knowledge and experience needed to excel in a globally interconnected world. This program can lead to a Bachelor of Education and

Faculty: Faculty of Education | Duration: four years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (fall term) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Career pathways

community engagement specialist; ESL teacher; global engagement program manager; human rights lawyer; NGO program coordinator/manager; policy analyst; teacher in an international school; Note; : Additional training and education may be required.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Average admission range: mid 70s English at 70%

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,180 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: CAD 36,624 a year (2026/27) Source

Fall (September) is the primary entry term; winter (January) entry is open for selected programmes (over 60 programmes for international applicants) and spring (May) entry is available.

Winter 2027 admission applications are open for international applicants through Laurier's Winter Term Application.

Fall 2027 admission: Jan. 15, 2027 for Ontario high school students, Apr. 1, 2027 for all other applicants. Winter 2027 admission: Nov. 22, 2026. Spring 2027 admission: Mar. 15, 2027. Applications are submitted through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC); international applicants can apply for winter with Laurier's Winter Term Application; part-time-only applicants can use Laurier's Part-Time Application. Fall applicants must submit transcripts and required documents by May 12, 2027.

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