Bachelor Of Journalism (Honours) - Health Sciences

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Bachelor of Journalism (Honours) - Health Sciences program at Carleton University, international students must meet specific Academic Requirements. Here are the key points to consider:

• High School Graduation: A high school (secondary school) graduation is the normal minimum level of study required for admission to the first year of an undergraduate program.
• Transcripts: You will need to provide transcripts from your final years of high school along with your graduation diploma or certificate, and any graduation exam results. If an application is made during the final year of study, we will review mid-year or interim marks for an early/conditional offer.
• Prerequisite Courses: For the Health Sciences (BHSc) program, the required courses include:
  • Two Science courses
  • Math
• Transcripts Evaluation: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• Application Deadlines:
  • For September start: Applications open in September of the preceding year, with a deadline to apply by April 1. For students whose transcripts originate in Canada or the US, the deadline is June 1.
  • For January start (limited programs): Applications open in late September, with a deadline to apply by October 15. For students whose transcripts originate in Canada or the US, the deadline is November 15.

It is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner. For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at Carleton is English. For admission into Carleton’s graduate programs, you will need to demonstrate that your knowledge and use of English are strong enough for graduate studies at an English-language university.

If your first language is not English, you can demonstrate your language proficiency by:

• Presenting one of the official Language Proficiency (ESL) test scores as defined in the table below;
• Showing that you have completed ESLA 1900 or ESLA 1905 at Carleton University with a final grade of B- or higher; or
• Presenting official certification (transcripts) that you have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree at a university in any country in which the primary language is English, where the language of instruction in the relevant educational institution was English, and the language of instruction in their most recently completed undergraduate or graduate degree was English.

Applicants who present their most recent degree and transcripts from a Canadian institution are exempt from language proficiency requirements, unless otherwise required by an individual program.

Note: Letters from your universities stating the medium of instruction is English are not acceptable.

Minimum Language Proficiency (ESL) test score requirement:

* IELTS One-Skill Retake is accepted

**TOEFL MyBest Scores is accepted

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.