Bachelor Of Arts - English And Business (Honours) (RJD)

Academic Requirements

For students interested in the Bachelor of Arts - English and Business (Honours) program, the following Academic Requirements apply:

• Minimum GPA: 70% average in best six 4U/M courses.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For international students, the requirements are as follows:

• For students from Vietnam:
  • Minimum 7.0 average in Grade 12 (only academic courses are taken into average calculation).
  • English language proficiency test results are normally required for direct admission to undergraduate studies. If you do not meet published English language proficiency requirements but you have the required academic average, you will be admitted through Trent-ESL: English for University.
• For students from other Asian countries, please refer to the specific Academic Requirements for your country.

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

At Trent University, it is essential for students to demonstrate proficiency in both spoken and written English. This proficiency is crucial for meeting the demands of classroom instruction, completing written assignments, and actively participating in tutorials and discussions.

Applicants whose first language is not English are typically required to provide proof of English proficiency through one of the following accepted tests:

• TOEFL / TOEFL IBT / TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition: 86 IBT with a minimum writing score of 20.
• IELTS: 6.5, with no band below 6.0.
• The Duolingo English Test: 115 (Note: Duolingo is not accepted by the School of Graduate Studies at Trent, and is only applicable for Undergraduate applications).
• CAEL | CAEL On-line (starting July 2020): 60.
• Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency (Certificate of Advanced English): 176, with no sub-score below 169.
• Pearson PTE Academic In-person & Online: 59.
• Trent Academic ESL Program: Academic English II with 75% in all courses.

It is important to note that English Language Proficiency requirements are subject to change without prior notice.

For those who may qualify for exemptions from providing proof of English language proficiency, the following categories apply:

1. Completion of the International Baccalaureate diploma where English was the language of instruction.
2. At least 3 years of full-time study in a high school where the medium of instruction is entirely English.
3. At least 2 years of full-time study in a community college where the medium of instruction is entirely in English.
4. At least 1 year of full-time study in a university where the medium of instruction is entirely in English.

Trent University reserves the right to request English proficiency test scores from any applicant, regardless of whether they meet the published exemption requirements.

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.