Bachelor Of Arts And Science - Political Science & Psychology (Optional Co-op)

Academic Requirements

For the Bachelor of Arts and Science in Political Science & Psychology program, the admission requirements vary based on the province of the applicant's high school education. Here are the specific requirements:

• Minimum GPA: A minimum average of 65% is required across the specified courses.
• Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Below are the specific course requirements for Canadian high school students from various provinces:

• Alberta:
  • English Language Arts 30-1 (required)
  • Three courses from the following:
    • Aboriginal Studies 30
    • Biology 30
    • Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2
    • Social Studies 30-1 or Social Studies 30-2
  • One additional requirement from the list above at the 30 level.
• British Columbia:
  • English 12 (required)
  • Three courses from the following:
    • Political Studies 12
    • Law Studies 12
    • One of Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12
  • One additional requirement from the list above at the 12 level.
• Manitoba:
  • Comprehensive Focus 40S (required)
  • Three courses from the following:
    • Biology 40S
    • History: Western Civilization 40S
  • One additional requirement from the list above at the 40 level.
• New Brunswick:
  • English 121 (required)
  • Three courses from the following:
    • Biology 121
    • Calculus 120
  • One additional requirement from the list above at the 120 level.
• Ontario:
  • English (ENG4U) (required)
  • Three courses from the following:
    • Canadian and World Politics (CPW4U)
    • Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
  • One additional requirement from the list above at the 4U or 4M level.

If you are an international student, please reach out to LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding your specific admission requirements.

Language Requirements

The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement applies to all applicants to undergraduate programs, including the Bachelor of Arts and Science - Political Science & Psychology (Optional Co-op). The following assessments are accepted to demonstrate proficiency in English:

• High School:
  1. Alberta English Language Arts 30-1, or equivalent, with a minimum final (blended) grade of 75 percent.
  2. A grade of 5 or higher in IB Higher or Standard Level English.
  3. A grade of 4 or higher in AP English.
  4. A grade of B or higher in GCE A/S-level or A-level English.
  5. Successful completion of a minimum of three consecutive years of full-time academic study in English at a secondary school in Canada or another country where English is recognized as the primary language.
• Post Secondary:
  1. Successful completion of a minimum of two years of full-time academic study in English at a post-secondary institution in Canada or another country where English is recognized as the primary language.
  2. Successful completion of an academic diploma, applied degree, or baccalaureate degree, requiring at least two years of full-time study, at a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada where the language of instruction is English.
• English for Academic Purposes:
  1. Successful completion of the Advanced Level of the University of Lethbridge English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
  2. A passing grade in an EAP program accepted as a means of satisfying ELP by another recognized Canadian university.
  3. A passing grade in an EAP program approved by the Manager of Admissions.
• ELP Assessments:
  1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) with a minimum total score of 86, with a minimum score of 20 in each section.
  2. Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall score of 6.5, and a minimum 6.0 in each band.
  3. Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced with a minimum score of 176, and a minimum 176 in each subscore.
  4. Cambridge English Qualifications: C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 176, and a minimum 176 in each subscore.
  5. Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic score with a minimum overall score of 61, with a minimum score of 60 in each part.
  6. Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) assessment with a minimum overall score of 70, with a minimum score of 60 in each component.
  7. Duolingo with a minimum overall score of 120, with a minimum score of 110 in each subscore.

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.