Academic Requirements

Admission Requirements for Masters

Applicants for admission must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute as well as show evidence of scholarly achievement. Except where otherwise stated in the Admission Requirements of a particular program, degree students must have a four year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second class standing (B) based on their last 20 half courses or equivalent.

For applicants from countries that follow a British-patterned grading system, please note:

• Overall standings are normally reported in lieu of an average. The CGPA can be determined on the basis of annual or overall standings as reported on the transcript or degree certificate.
• A minimum grade of B, or Second Class, Upper Division, is required.
• The National Diploma and Higher National Diploma are not recognized for admission to a graduate-level program.
• Be sure to include a copy of your institution grading scale when uploading your transcripts.
• If in doubt, you may wish to order a WES International Credential Advantage (iCap) report from wes.org

An applicant holding a degree other than one in the discipline area to which admission is sought will be considered on the basis of courses taken and academic standing.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission. No candidate will be admitted unless the academic unit recommends admission. All applicants will be advised by the Office of Graduate Studies in writing of their admission status.

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Program Specific Requirements

Admission decisions will be made by the Department of Health Sciences Admissions Committee.

In addition to the general admission requirements for Master programs, applicants must also submit:

• a curriculum vitae (CV)
• a Statement of Goals and Intentions
• Preferences will be given to applicants who have completed statistics and research methods courses
• Official English Test Results (if required)

An interview may also be required. Admission decisions will be made by the Department of Health Sciences Admissions Committee.

Language Requirements

English Language Requirements

Accepted tests and minimum scores:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall 7.0, no individual score less than 6.5, Speaking 7.0, Writing 7.0
• Duolingo English Test: Overall 120
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT): Overall 100 on the current scale (0-120), or a band score of 5.0 or higher on the new TOEFL scale (effective January 2026)
• Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): Overall 90
• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Overall 80
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Overall 65, Listening 58, Reading 58, Speaking 65, Writing 65

All test results must be valid (taken within the past two years) at the time of application.

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.