Bachelor of Science - Geography - Second Degree General Candidates (QSW)

Academic Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Geography program at Queen's University has specific Academic Requirements that prospective students must meet. Below are the key criteria for applicants:

• Cumulative GPA: A minimum GPA of 2.6 is required for admission.
• Prerequisite Courses: Applicants must have completed the following courses:
  • 6.0 units of first-year, university-level Biology equivalent to BIOL 102 and 103, with a minimum grade of C- in BIOL 103.
• Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, including those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to ensure that all academic documents are translated and evaluated as per the university's guidelines. Students are encouraged to reach out to LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

While the specific application deadline is not mentioned, it is advisable for students to apply as soon as possible to ensure they meet all necessary requirements and secure their place in the program.

English Proficiency Requirements

If you did not study in an English-speaking country or if English is not your first language, you must prove your English proficiency through an English language test or the QBridge Language Pathway programs.

If an English Language test score is required, you will find it listed in your To Do List in your Solus student account. If you have been asked to submit an English language test and believe this does not apply to you, you may request a waiver. For more information, see English Proficiency Requirement Waivers below.

Queen’s University reserves the right to request an English language test result from any applicant at any time, when necessary.

Acceptable Proof of English Proficiency

The scores listed below are the minimum English Proficiency requirements for admission to our undergraduate degree programs. We strongly advise you to complete your test and submit your scores to us well before the published deadline. It may take several weeks before your test results are released until they reach Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment. The only acceptable way to submit your test results to Queen’s University is via the testing body.

To match your results to your application, please ensure that you use the same information as your application for admission to Queen’s. This includes first (given), surname (last/family name), date of birth, and gender. We are unable to match the results received with differing information.

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A score of 6.5 on Academic Module with no band below 6.0
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
  • iBT (Internet Based TOEFL)/88 overall: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking, 20 Reading, 20 Listening;
  • Paper Based TOEFL (PBT)/580 (TBC)
• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Overall band of 70 with no band below 60
• Queen’s School of English: Successful completion of QBridge Programming
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 60
• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score 120
• Cambridge English: 175, with no component below 170
• LanguageCert Academic: 70, with no individual score below 65

English Language Proficiency test results are valid for a maximum of two years before beginning studies at Queen's.

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.