Bachelor Of Science (Honours) - Linguistics - Linguistic Theory - Psychology

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Linguistics with a focus on Linguistic Theory and Psychology at Carleton University, there are several important Academic Requirements to consider:

• High school graduation is the normal minimum level of study required for admission to the first year of an undergraduate program.
• Academic performance in previous studies is the main determining factor for admission.
• Transcripts from your final years of high school must be provided along with your graduation diploma or certificate, and any graduation exam results.
• If an application is made during the final year of study, mid-year or interim marks will be reviewed for an early/conditional offer.
• For international students, credentials from most national systems are accepted, and secondary education should normally consist of a minimum of 12 years of study. If the secondary system is fewer than 12 years, applicants may need to have completed one year of university study.
• Specific required subjects (prerequisites) must be completed in the highest/final year of secondary school study. For this program, the required courses include:
  • Math
  • Two of: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

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.