Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology (EKO)

Academic Requirements

For international students interested in the Bachelor of Social Science - Criminology program, the following Academic Requirements must be met:

• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• Students must have completed prerequisite courses relevant to the program. Specific courses may vary, so it is advisable to check with the institution for detailed information.
• International students from Vietnam and other Asian countries should ensure that their educational qualifications align with the program's requirements. If your education system is not listed, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors for assistance.

It is important to apply as soon as possible, as specific deadlines may not be mentioned. However, early application is always encouraged to secure your place in the program.

For any clarifications or support regarding the admission process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to assist you.

Language Requirements

Students admitted to King's University College must be proficient in written and spoken English. If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of your proficiency in listening to, speaking, writing, and reading English. Typically, this is done through an official test or ESL program. We reserve the right to ask you to provide proof of English language proficiency.

• I.E.L.T.S. (International English Language Testing System)

IELTS Academic is required with a minimum overall band score of 6.5, with no part less than 6.0.

• T.O.E.F.L. (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

You must achieve a written TOEFL score of 580 or higher and a score of 4.5 on the TWE, or a score of 83 on the Internet-based Test (iBT) with no section less than 20.

• C.A.E.L. (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)

You will need a minimum score of 60, with no part less than 60.

• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)

You will need a minimum overall score of 58, with no score less than 56.

• Duolingo

You will need a minimum score of 115 overall, with a minimum of 100 for each subscore.

• Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency

You will need a minimum overall score of 176, with a minimum of 169 in each section.

Can I get an English Language Proficiency Test exemption?

Maybe! One of these statements must be true for you:

• I attended four full-time years of secondary school in English
• I attended two full-time years of an Ontario college in English
• I attended one full-time year of university in English
• I completed an AP English exam with a score of 4 or higher
• I completed an IB English HL (A1 or A2)
• I completed an IB English SL with a predicted or final score of 4 or higher
• I completed a GCE AS (Advanced Subsidiary) or A Level (Advanced Level) English with minimum predicted or final grade of A
• I completed an IGCSE O Level (Ordinary Level) English with minimum final grade of A

*Note: IGCSE and GCE English as an Additional Language are not accepted.

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.