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Wilfrid Laurier University

Psychology (BA or BSc) Waterloo Campus

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Faculty:

Faculty of Science - Waterloo

Degree:

Bachelor; Co-op; Honours

Field of Study:

Psychology, General

Description:

The Psychology programs at Laurier Waterloo offers a strong foundation in human thought, emotion and behaviour, with access to expert faculty, hands-on labs, co-op and community-based learning. Build research, analytical and communication skills that prepare you for grad studies and rewarding careers.

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) explores social, developmental and clinical psychology, with opportunities to study culture, cognition and community mental health--ideal for careers in education, counselling or social services. The Bachelor of Science (BSc) focuses on neuroscience, perception and cognition, with lab-based learning in biology and health, preparing you for research or healthcare professions.

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Psychology (BA or BSc) Waterloo Campus at Wilfrid Laurier University

Length:

4 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

International:

$34,880

Tuition and incidental fees are charged based on your year of entry and the number of courses in which you are registered. Please visit the Laurier website to learn more about tuition and fees.

Careers:

Psychologists

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*	78 to 100
Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade12 English Grade12 Functions and Relations or Grade12 Mathematics Grade12 Biology BA requirements Average admission range: mid 70s English at 60% One of 3M, 3U, or any 4U Mathematics at 60% English calculated in admission average BSc requirements Average admission range: mid 70s English at 60% Advanced Functions at 60% Biology at 60% All prerequisite courses calculated in admission average 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. International Admission Requirements Students applying to the BA program from an international curriculum must present the following: Average admission range: mid 70s Senior or grade 12 English at 60% Grade 11 Mathematics OR Senior or Grade 12 Mathematics at 60% English calculated in admissions average Students applying to the BSc program from an international curriculum must present the following: Average admission range: mid 70s Senior or grade 12 English at 60% Senior or grade 12 Biology at 60% Senior or grade 12 Mathematics covering algebra, trigonometry and functions at 60% All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average 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:	Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or DuoLingo [min. 120] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 59] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83]

* 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 October 02, 2025

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