2015 international applicant guide
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2015 international applicant guide
WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY 2015 INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT GUIDE WATERLOO & BRANTFORD, ONTARIO, CANADA chooselaurier.ca/international ONTARIO CANADA Ottawa WATERLOO BRANTFORD Toronto Niagara Falls New York Buffalo Detroit Boston Distance from Waterloo or Brantford to Toronto: 1 hour Canada was ranked in the top 10 for the happiest countries in the world according to the 2013 World Database of Happiness. Among the world’s best! Canada was ranked #7 out of 162 countries in the 2014 Global Peace Index. It’s no secret that Canada is the second largest country in the world totaling 9,984,670 km². The UK fits into Canada approximately 40 times! ABOUT THE WEATHER Southwestern Ontario experiences four distinct seasons: Toronto 2 | chooselaurier.ca/international Spring March to May Temperatures from 10-20ºC (50-68ºF) Summer June to August Temperatures from 20-30ºC (68-86ºF) Fall September to November Temperatures from 7-20ºC (44-68ºF) Winter December to February Niagara Falls Temperatures from -10 to 2ºC (14-35ºF) Ottawa CANADA ONE OF THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD TO LIVE WORK EXPERIENCE You can gain valuable skills and work experience through volunteer placements, paid co-op opportunities, on- or off-campus part-time employment and by networking with future employers. IMMIGRATION POSSIBILITIES Once you graduate from Laurier and you have one year of work experience, you may qualify to apply for permanent resident status through the Canadian Experience Class program. A ‘ ’ QUALITY OF EDUCATION Canada earned an ‘A’ on its Education and Skills report card, raking 2nd out of 16 countries. Our strengths are in delivering high-quality education to people aged 5-19. Conference Board of Canada, Economy Report Card, 2014 DIVERSE CULTURE Over the past 100 years, more than 13 million immigrants have come to Canada to start a new life. This makes Canada one of the world’s most ethnically diverse countries. Canada’s cultural mosaic is evident in the variety of restaurants and grocery stores, religious places of worship and festivals throughout the year. LOW COST TUITION Canada is known for high-quality, low-cost education. Our tuition rates for international students are lower than many other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. As well, the cost of living is considerably less than the UK, Europe and Australia. CANADA WAS VOTED #7 IN THE 2014 UN QUALITY OF LIFE INDEX We live in a friendly, safe country with a very high standard of living. Laurier students gave us a score of 90% for campus safety. International Student Barometer, 2012 chooselaurier.ca/international | 3 Choose Laurier. With two campuses and more than 19,000 students, Laurier could be considered a large university in Canada, but you’d never know it. The minute you step foot on one of our campuses, you’ll feel right at home. Our close-knit community environment will make you feel like you belong right away so you can focus on learning and growing as a person. 4 | chooselaurier.ca/international You belong here. We’ve been in the business of creating leaders in every industry for more than 100 years. We offer an extensive selection of programs at both the Waterloo and Brantford campuses that are very flexible. We offer double degree opportunities, major and minor combinations, options to enhance your degree, and partnerships with other universities and colleges to combine your schooling and training. chooselaurier.ca/international | 5 KEEP FIT & HAVE FUN! Laurier offers a very popular intramural program. In fact, last year more than 8,000 students participated in a variety of intramural sports to keep their bodies as active as their minds. With options as diverse as ultimate frisbee, squash and dodgeball, there’s a sport for everyone. STUDENT EXPERIENCE Laurier has one of the nation’s most active student unions, with: • Over 175 student-led clubs and associations • Over 3,000 student volunteer opportunities 6 | chooselaurier.ca/international WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY IS ONE OF CANADA’S FINEST UNDERGRADUATE UNIVERSITIES. In the 2013 Globe & Mail (national newspaper) University Report, our students gave Laurier: TOP FOUR In the 2014 Maclean’s Rankings of Canadian “A-” Class Size “A-” Campus Atmosphere Universities, Laurier “A-” Quality of Teaching and Learning placed FOURTH in its category for overall highest 96.6% of Laurierreputation, graduates secure employment or undertake post-graduate studies after graduation. quality, most innovative STILL NUMBER ONE! Canada has ranked #1 in reputation from the and leaders of tomorrow! Reputation Institute’s 2013 Country RepTrak™ for the third year in a row! Canada ranked highly for its value of education, safe living standards and technological advancements. 1 # LAURIER HAS THE LARGEST BUSINESS CO-OP PAID WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM IN CANADA. 96 % of Laurier graduates secure employment or undertake postgraduate studies after graduation. 100% STUDENT SATISFACTION Laurier’s international students were 100% satisfied with their student advising experiences. I-Graduate International Student Barometer, 2012 2013 Laurier graduate survey WE’RE HERE TO HELP! Laurier was ranked 2nd in Canada for our International Student Support Services. International Student Barometer, 2012 chooselaurier.ca/international | 7 Want to take a tour of our campuses? Visit our virtual tour at chooselaurier.ca/virtualtour BRANTFORD CAMPUS NEL SON S T. TR AI N ST N AT IO N WEL L IN GTO . N ST 1 AR EN CE TT . ST ST E . KE . RM ST TE T S ay ew IN AL P L IN G LO AR BU on 14 11 DAR AR M . ST 21 CL CH GE OR GE 6 S T. 10 8 18 5 Q ay UE one w EN 7 15 ST 4 . HOU S IE P S T. HO ay ST one w P . 17 DAL EC 9 12 13 ay one w ARF . E ST ST . 3 W AT 2 16 WH IN COL S T. BA 19 20 NE BOR T. ER S ers’ Fa r m r k e t Ma ay one w P 23 22 P IC O MM DR. M AR WELCOME CENTRE/CAMPUS TOURS KE T ST .S . COME FOR A VISIT! Open Houses: Friday, November 14, 2014 and Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 Campus Tours: Book online at chooselaurier.ca/tours. ACADEMIC/SUPPORT BUILDINGS 8.Research and Academic Centre RESIDENCE BUILDINGS ATHLETICS 9. 2. Grand River Hall Residence 21 Wilkes House Gym 1. 22. Future Site of the Laurier YMCA Carnegie Building SC Johnson Building 10. St. Andrew’s 16. Lawyer’s Hall 2. Grand River Hall 11. Student Centre 17.Lucy Marco Place Residence 3.Library 12. Williams Fresh Cafe 18. Post House Residence PARKING 4. Market Place 13. 97 Dalhousie Street 19. Rizzo Residence 5. Nipissing Building 20. Expositor Place Residence 6 Nipissing Education Centre 7. Odeon Building 14. Aboriginal Student Centre (111 Darling) 15. Dalhousie Centre 23 Market Centre Parkade P Public Parking Our Brantford campus is rooted in the downtown core, offering students a unique campus life experience. It’s close to shops, cafés, great walking and biking trails, and a diverse arts and entertainment scene. With a population of just over 96,000, Brantford is home to consumer goods giants - Ferrero Canada and SC Johnson Canada. Brantford is a city where sporting events and recreational activities are an integral part of community life – and it’s only one hour southwest of Toronto. 8 | chooselaurier.ca/international 21. Wilkes House WATERLOO CAMPUS 28 28 34 13 33 20 40 19 26 41 38 10 7 14 2 21 29 41 3 37 32 9 15 6 22 12 11 8 31 1 27 36 5 24 30 17 23 16 4 25 35 18 39 WELCOME CENTRE/CAMPUS TOURS COME FOR A VISIT! ACADEMIC/SUPPORT BUILDINGS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Alumni Hall Arts C Wing Arts E Wing Bricker Academic Building Co-operative Education & Career Development Centre Service Laurier Dining Hall Dr. Alvin Woods Building Fred Nichols Campus Centre John Aird Centre/Recital Hall Open Houses: Friday, November 7th, 2014 and Friday, March 20th, 2015 Campus Tours: Book online at chooselaurier.ca/tours. 11.Library 12. Office of Aboriginal Initiatives 13. Northdale Campus 14. Peters Building 15. Schlegel Centre 16. Science Building 17. Science Research Centre 18.Seminary 19. Special Constable Service 20.Future Site of the Global Innovation Exchange Building 21. Theatre Auditorium 22. 202 Regina Street 23. Cold Regions and Water Science RESIDENCE BUILDINGS 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Bouckaert Hall Residence Bricker Residence Conrad Hall Residence Euler Residence King’s Court Residence King Street Residence Leupold Residence Little House Residence Macdonald House Residence 33. 34 35. 36. Spruce Street Apartments University Place Residence Waterloo College Residence Willison Hall Residence ATHLETICS 37. Alumni Field 38. Athletic Complex 39. University Stadium 40. MAIN ENTRANCE 41. PAY & DISPLAY PARKING Our Waterloo campus is located in the thriving, culturally diverse community of Kitchener-Waterloo (K-W). Located just 100 kilometres west of Toronto, this city offers plenty of hiking trails, golf courses, skating rinks, soccer fields and even a ski hill. Home to many leaders in technology including BlackBerry™, Desire2Learn and Google’s Canadian headquarters, K-W caters to a student population, which represents about a third of our 350,000 people. K-W is small enough to be safe and easy to get around, yet big enough to provide great restaurants, shopping and entertainment. chooselaurier.ca/international | 9 WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR RESIDENCE ROOM: APARTMENT-STYLE ROOM • Bed frame and mattress • Desk and chair • Bookshelves • Closet and shelves • Wastebasket and recycling bins • Dining room table and chairs • Living room sofa, chairs, coffee table, end tables and lamps • Fridge and stove • Internet access DORM-STYLE ROOM • Bed frame and mattress • Desk and chair • Wastebasket and recycling bin • Bookshelves • Closet and shelves • Internet access Residence We guarantee residence to first-year undergraduate students, provided you submit your residence application and deposit before June 1st, 2015. We offer single and double rooms in both dormitory- and apartment-style buildings. Our nationally recognized residence life services provides support and activities to help make you feel at home and make the most out of your first-year experience. WHY LIVE IN RESIDENCE? • • • • • • • Lots of opportunities to get involved Easier transition to university New friends; diversity of cultures One of the best student-to-don ratios in the province You’re close to everything; in the heart of the action Special activities just for residence students High-speed Internet access 10 | chooselaurier.ca/international Dorm-style room, two beds EXAMPLES OF RESIDENCE STYLES Apartment-style, four beds, two bathrooms Dorm-style room, one bed TAKING CARE OF YOU The staff in our Residence Life Office are committed to making your first year at Laurier enjoyable, safe and rewarding. Senior students, called Residence Dons, live in each community and act as role models and mentors, providing you with support as you make the transition to living away from home. MEAL PLANS AND DINING OPTIONS W Nigeria Meal plans are required for all residence students at the Waterloo campus. Students living off-campus in Waterloo may also purchase a meal plan. These plans allow students to purchase food from a number of on- and off-campus locations including The Fresh Food Company (Dining Hall), Pizza Pizza, Starbucks, and Wilf’s (our on-campus pub). Saudi Arabia A wide range of menu choices including vegetarian, vegan and Asian cuisine are offered and we are able to accommodate special diets such as halal and most food allergies and restrictions. Canada Ghana Mexico ZHENHUA SUN Bangladesh Hong Kong “JOSHUA” Korea Iran Russ China Indone HOME COUNTRY: CHINA PROGRAM: ECONOMICS & ACCOUNTING YEAR: 4 B Meal plans are required for residence students at the Brantford campus at a cost of $400 Pakistan per term (fall & winter). Even though all of the residences are apartment-style, which means you’ll have a kitchen in the apartment to cook all of your meals, the meal plan will come in handy for buying groceries at FreshCo, a local grocery store, just a short five minute walk from campus. You can also use your meal plan at Williams Fresh Cafe, Subway and Golden Grounds, just to name a few locations. Malaysia Trinidad & Tobago Dreams Teashop is where I go to find my favorite treat from home: mango bubble tea. It’s so nice to have some familiar things from home just down the street from Laurier. UAESweet 如果你有疑问,发邮件给我 Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca LOCAL DINING FAVOURITES: WATERLOO BRANTFORD: •Best Chinese: King Tin Restaurant •Best buffet: Kings Buffet • Best Korean: Da Won •Best Chinese: Oriental Restaurant • Best Halal food: Ammar Halal Meats •Best supermarket: FreshCo • Best African & Caribbean grocery store: A to Z •Best coffee: Williams Fresh Cafe • Best International Market: Pi Foodstore and International Eatery •Best breakfast: Kel’s Family Restaurant To find out more about residence options, visit chooselaurier.ca/ residence chooselaurier.ca/international | 11 Succeed in Canada The staff and student volunteers in our Recruitment & Admissions and Laurier International offices are dedicated to ensuring your experience is the best it can be. We are here to help you through the entire process – from application to acceptance, transition to graduation and beyond. Before you arrive We know the transition to university can be a stressful time, so we have created several programs and guides to help you through this process. Student Blog: visit chooselaurier.wordpress.com to see what life is like at Laurier through the eyes of current international students. Registration Guide: explains how to register for courses and plan your schedule. Pre-Arrival Guide: provides important information on what you need to do before you arrive. TÚ HOÀNG HOME COUNTRY: VIETNAM PROGRAM: BIOCHEMISTRY & BIOTECHNOLOGY YEAR: 4 There are lots of helpful services for students like Learning Services, Math Centre, etc. Unlike big universities, we see the same people every day and it’s easier to make friends and ask for help from professors. It is great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk!! Nếu các bạn có thắc mắc cho mình, hãy gửi email về địa chỉ. Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca Attend Headstart Online: we’ll answer all of your transition to university and program questions before you arrive. Life at Laurier MEET NEW PEOPLE The Laurier International (LI) office provides programming and services to ensure you feel welcomed and supported at Laurier. International student orientation program: designed to help you transition to life in Canada and at Laurier. Student lounge: this is a dedicated space in the LI office for international and domestic students to meet, relax, study or to just hang out. Social events and holiday dinners: organized throughout the year for you to experience unique Canadian traditions. DID YOU KNOW? You can stay in Canada and work for three years after graduation and then apply to be a permanent resident. 12 | chooselaurier.ca/international Keeping you informed Monthly email newsletters Email reminders WilfridLaurierUniversity facebook.com/chooselaurier twitter.com/chooselaurier chooselaurier.wordpress.com instagram.com/chooselaurier page.renren.com/600757669 weibo.com/chooselaurier SUCCEED IN YOUR STUDIES We take great pride in offering services and support to ensure our students have the tools to be successful at Laurier. Nigeria Canada Ghana International Student Advisors (ISA): will help you adjust to your new environment at Laurier. If you have any issues or questions, staff are happy to offer advice or refer you to another support service on campus that can help. Centre for Student Success: can assist you with math, writing, time management skills, exam preparation, dealing with issues around stress, and special needs accommodations. International Peer Mentor: Laurier International staff will connect you with another international student who will support you by answering your questions about life at Laurier and living in Canada, while also helping you meet new people. Working in Canada Career Development Centre: our staff can help you find employment while you are a student and after you graduate. International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP): work part-time on-campus during your studies to help pay the bills. Career Consultant: can help you with your resumé, cover letter, interview preparation, career planning, paid co-op placement and finding employment opportunities on- an off- campus. No work permits required: new for 2014 - you may work part-time during your studies to help pay for your expenses without needing a work permit, as long as you meet the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Saudi Arabia SARAH YODER HOME COUNTRY: Pakistan UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Korea Banglad UAE Malay PROGRAM: HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN DIVERSITY YEAR: 4 The tight-knit community and the intertwining of the downtown and the university is what drew me to study at Laurier’s Brantford campus. I was pleased to discover a small but growing body of international students here. Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca chooselaurier.ca/international | 13 Getting Involved Being a Laurier Golden Hawk is about more than just going to class and earning a degree. Get involved with a campus club or volunteer to make a difference — not only will the extra skills make you more employable, but they will also make your experience here more exciting! JOIN A CLUB Nigeria Canada Saudi Arabia NISHWA Pakistan NARSIGHANI Korea UAE HOME COUNTRY: DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES PROGRAM: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION YEAR: 4 Choosing Wilfrid Laurier University was the best decision I’ve made. I was blown away by how welcoming everyone was. There was so much life and energy all over the campus; it was so contagious that I was immediately captured by it! During our clubs fair, it felt like I signed up for half of all the clubs there! Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca 14 | chooselaurier.ca/international Ghana Mexico Iran Hong Kong China Russia There are more than 175 clubs and associations across our Waterloo and Brantford campuses, bringing like-minded people together to share their passion for anything from arts and business, to religion and culture. The best part is — you can also create your own club! All you need is nine other students who share the same passion as you. Bangladesh Indonesia VOLUNTEERING – FOR COURSE CREDIT! Supplement your learning by volunteering with local community organizations related to your field of study — and get course credit for it! Our students value helping others — in the 2012 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), 70% of Laurier’s senior students reported participating in community service or volunteer work, which is a Trinidad & Tobago Malaysia great way to build your resumé with amazing experiences. EXPLORE ONTARIO The Laurier International office offers you opportunities to travel across Ontario to Niagara Falls and amusement parks like Canada’s Wonderland, as well as participate in camping trips with friends and classmates. CAMPUS CLUBS >> >> >> >> >> >> Badminton Club East Meets West Future of Africa Fashion in Motion Global China Connection International Student’s Association >> Korean Student Association >> Laurier Marketing Association >> Laurier Salsa Club >> Model United Nations >> Muslim Student Association >> Women in Leadership The Co-op Advantage Co-op is a paid work placement opportunity that provides you with the chance to develop valuable contacts, gain self-confidence and create opportunities for employment after graduation. Honours students in arts, science, economics* and business at the Waterloo campus may apply to our co-op program. Students in double degree programs who meet progression requirements for the second year of their program are automatically eligible to enrol in co-op, as are students in the Bachelor of Business Technology Management (BBTM) program at the Brantford campus. Students in double degree programs offered between Laurier and the University of Waterloo are required to participate in co-op. *Co-op is not available in the Applied Economics program. HOW DOES IT WORK? •You apply to co-op at the end of first-year. If your program offers automatic admission to co-op and you have met the progression requirements for second-year, you would enrol at this time as well. •If you meet the grade requirements, you will be invited to an admission interview. Soon thereafter, you will find out if you are accepted into the co-op program. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT The Department of Co-operative Education posts jobs and arranges interviews for you. Staff members will also help you fine-tune your resumé and cover letter and practice interview skills. Work/Study Sequence by Program DOUBLE DEGREES TERM Fall (September - December) Winter (January - April) Spring (May - August) Year 1 Study Term Study Term Summer Vacation Year 2 Study Term WORK TERM Study Term Year 3 Study Term WORK TERM Study Term Year 4 WORK TERM or STUDY TERM WORK TERM or STUDY TERM Year 5 OPTIONAL WORK TERM Study Term Study Term KARINA FLORES CHIENDA HOME COUNTRY: PERÚ PROGRAM: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION YEAR: 3 Co-op gave me the opportunity to get an all-around university student experience: excel academically, be involved in the Laurier community, and have work experience to complement my degree. I’ve always known I was interested in the field of Marketing but I never really had an opportunity to work in the field. Co-op gives you the chance to work in different areas so that you can figure out what you may, or may not like. In my first co-op term, I’m working in a small start-up company called ChangeIt. Working for a startup has allowed me to get an experience in marketing but it has also exposed me to different sectors of the business, such as charity engagement and customer support. Puedes contactarme al: internationalambassador@wlu.ca ARTS AND SCIENCE DEGREES TERM Fall (September - December) Winter (January - April) Spring (May - August) Year 1 Study Term Study Term Summer Vacation Year 2 Study Term Study Term WORK TERM Year 3 Study Term Study Term WORK TERM Year 4 Study Term Study Term BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) & ECONOMICS TERM Fall (September - December) Winter (January - April) Spring (May - August) Year 1 Study Term Study Term Summer Vacation Year 2 Study Term Study Term WORK TERM Year 3 Study Term WORK TERM Study Term Year 4 WORK TERM Study Term Study Term WHERE WILL YOUR CO-OP EXPERIENCE TAKE YOU? Our students have found rewarding positions with companies such as: PepsiCo Beverages Canada, SC Johnson, BlackBerry™, Ernst & Young, Desire2Learn, Microsoft Canada, KPMG, Mastercard, Unilever Canada, General Motors Canada, and IBM. wlu.ca/co-op Note: Some BBA students are able to complete an eight-month work term from May through December. chooselaurier.ca/international | 15 Undergraduate Programs C - Students who meet progression requirements for second-year are automatically eligible to enrol in co-op. *: Pending approval from the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance/Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. ‡: Available only as a combination program FACULTY OF ARTS • Ancient Mediterranean Studies • Anthropology‡ • A rchaeology (Near Eastern & Classical, • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • North American) Christian Studies & Global Citizenship Communication Studies Cultural Studies‡ English Environmental Studies Film Studies French Geography (BA, BSc) Geography & Geomatics Physical Geography & Biology Global Studies History Languages Medieval Studies‡ North American Studies‡ Philosophy Political Science Religion & Culture Sociology Spanish Women & Gender Studies‡ • Biology & Mathematics • Biology & Psychology • Chemistry • Chemistry & Mathematics • Computer Science (BA, BSc) • Computing & Computer Electronics • Computer Science & Mathematics • Computer Science & Psychology • Financial Mathematics • Health Sciences • K inesiology & Physical Education (BA/BSc) • Mathematics (BA, BSc) • Photonics • Physics • Psychology • • • • • SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS • • • Business Administration • Business & Computer Science - C • B usiness (Laurier) & Computer Science (UW) - C • B usiness and Computing & Computer Electronics - C • Business & Financial Mathematics - C • B usiness (Laurier) & Mathematics (UW) - C • B usiness Technology Management - C BRANTFORD CAMPUS Economics Economics (Applied) Economics & Accounting Economics & Financial Management • F or eligible programs, visit • • • • FACULTY OF SCIENCE FACULTY OF LIBERAL ARTS BA+MA chooselaurier.ca/programs • • • • Biochemistry/Biotechnology Biology (BA, BSc) Biology & Chemistry Biology & Physical Geography BRANTFORD CAMPUS • • • Digital Media & Journalism English Game Design & Development* History Human Rights & Human Diversity Law & Society Society, Culture & Environment Youth & Children’s Studies FACULTY OF HUMAN & SOCIAL SCIENCES BRANTFORD CAMPUS • • • • • Criminology Health Administration Health Studies (BA, BASc) Indigineous Studies‡* Psychology FACULTY OF MUSIC Music Music Therapy FACULTY OF EDUCATION BRANTFORD CAMPUS • C oncurrent Education (Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate) FACULTY OF SOCIAL WORK BRANTFORD CAMPUS • Social Work DIPLOMA Programs are available in Accounting and Business Administration OPTIONS An Option is an enhanced minor that allows you to incorporate an accompanying area of study with your honours degree courses. You can select the Management, Leadership, or Media Studies Options, among others. Visit chooselaurier.ca/options for more information. For more information on each program, please visit chooselaurier.ca/programs. Graduate Programs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Biological & Chemical Sciences (PhD) Business Administration (MBA) Business Economics (MA) Chemistry (MSc) Communication Studies (MA) Community Music (MA) Criminology (MA) Cultural Analysis and Social Theory (MA) Education (BEd) English (MA, PhD) Finance (MFin) Geography (MA, MES, MSc, PhD) Global Governance (PhD) History (MA, PhD) Integrative Biology (MSc) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (MASTERS, PhD) International Public Policy (MIPP) Kinesiology & Physical Education (MSc, PhD) Management (MSc, PhD) Master of Divinity (MDiv) Mathematics (MSc) Ministry (DMin) Music Therapy (MMT) Philosophy (MA) Political Science (MA) Psychology (MA, MSc, PhD) Religion and Culture (MA) Religious Studies (PhD) Social Justice & Community Engagement (MA) Social Work (MSW, PhD) Sociology (MA) Theology (MA) For more information on each graduate studies program, please contact: Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies: fgps@wlu.ca, BEd: eduadmissions@wlu.ca, MBA: dhotson@wlu.ca, MSW: socialwork@wlu.ca wlu.ca/gradstudies 16 | chooselaurier.ca/international PRE-MBA We offer an 8-month intensive Pre-MBA program designed to help students whose first language is not English to gain the skills and experience needed to succeed at the MBA level. Application to the Pre-MBA is easy – if you have an undergraduate degree with a B standing and 2+ years work experience, you may be accepted not only to the Pre-MBA program, but also granted a conditional acceptance to the MBA. For more information, please contact: premba@wlu.ca. lauriermba.com Admission Information for IB, US, AP & GCE Students AMERICAN: SAT score of 1650 overall (minimum of 550 in each component) or an ACT score of 24 is required if you are currently studying in the US. Applicants who do not meet this criteria will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants currently studying in a US curriculum, outside of the US, do not have to present an SAT or ACT score. SAT University Code - 0893. ACT University Code - 5375 . ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP): Transfer credit will be awarded on a case-by-case basis for AP exams successfully completed with a minimum grade of 4, up to a maximum of six classes (3.0 credits), subject to the appropriateness of the program. Applicants are required to submit course descriptions. BRITISH: The General Certificate of Education (GCE) or equivalent, including three O-level plus two A-level subjects, are required for admission. Some programs may require additional A-level courses. Two AS-level courses may be substituted for one A-level course, except where a specific A level course is required. A minimum average of B is required for all Honours programs. Transfer credit will be considered for A-level courses with a minimum final grade of B. Cambridge Pre-U minimum overall grade of Merit 2 with minimum of Merit 3 in required courses. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB): Applicants who have successfully completed the IB Diploma will be considered for admission with passes in at least six subjects, of which three must be at HL. The minimum total score requirement is 28, including three bonus points for extended essay. All required courses must be at a minimum score of 4 unless otherwise noted. Laurier will accept IB predicted grades for early admission consideration. Transfer credit is considered up to a maximum of six classes (3.0 credits) for HL subjects with a minimum score of 5 as well as for the Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay with a minimum grade of B in each, subject to applicability of the program offered. Applicants completing individual IB courses in conjunction with another educational system will be assessed on the basis of their entire academic record. ALBERT NIÑO ALBERTO HOME COUNTRY: PHILIPPINES PROGRAM: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION YEAR: 4 I wanted to be a part of Laurier because the university not only has a very good academic reputation, but students are also given an incredible number of opportunities to be an active part of a thriving and diverse student society. After being on campus for a few days and seeing how passionate everyone was with community involvement, I also wanted to participate. I co-founded and still help in facilitating The Laurier Studio Experience (LSE), where we help young artists record and promote their music. Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca To read more about our admission information, please visit chooselaurier.ca/international. chooselaurier.ca/international | 17 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS PROGRAM REQUIRED COURSES ADMISSION RANGE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION Note: All other required courses must be at a minimum of 60% or C, except where indicated. Course-specific grade requirements and admission ranges represent equivalencies rather than options, and will be applied relative to the previous educational system attended. * Prerequisite courses calculated in admission average. † A minimum of B is required in O-level English and all required A-level courses. A minimum of C is required in A-level English. ‡ Available only as a combination program. v A combined minimum average of 70% is required in the prerequisite senior-level Mathematics and senior-level Science courses, except Biochemistry and Health Sciences which requires 75% or B. s English prerequisite courses calculated in admission average. Ancient Mediterranean Studies, Anthropology‡, Archaeology (Near Eastern & Classical, North American) Christian Studies & Global Citizenship, Communication Studies, Cultural Studies‡, English, Environmental Studies, Film Studies, French, Geography, Global Studies, History, Languages, Medieval Studies‡, North American Studies‡, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion & Culture, Sociology, Spanish, Women & Gender Studies‡ BA English 75+ or B HL or SL English IB Minimum Score: 28 † For eligible programs visit: chooselaurier.ca/programs BA+MA English at 75% 90+ or A+ HL or SL English, IB minimum score: 36 † Biochemistry/Biotechnology English; Biology; Math; Chemistry at 75% or Bv 75+ or B BSc HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology, HL or SL Chemistry and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics, A-level Chemistry and A-level Biology† Biology BA English, Biology at 70% or B- 75+ or B HL or SL English and Biology IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Biology † Biology, Biology & Chemistry, Biology & Physical Geography, Biology & Mathematics, Biology & Psychology English; Chemistry; Math; Biology at 70% or B-v 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology, HL or SL Chemistry and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics, A-level Chemistry and A-level Biology† Business: Accounting, Brand Communication, Business & Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, Insurance & Risk Management, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management BBA English at 70% or B-, Math at 70% or B-* 85+ or A HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 33 A-level Mathematics† Business and Computer Science double degree,Business and Computing & Computer Electronics double degree English at 70% or B-, Math at 80% or A-* 85+ or A HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics at 5 IB Minimum Score: 33 A-level Mathematics† English at 70% or B-, Math at 85% or A* 90+ or A+ HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics at 5 IB Minimum Score: 36 A-level Mathematics† English at 75% or B, Math at 85% or A* 90+ or A+ HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics at 5 IB Minimum Score: 36 A minimum grade of A required for A-level Mathematics† English at 75% or B, Math at 85% or A* 90+ or A+ HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics at 5 IB Minimum Score: 36 A minimum grade of A required for A-level Mathematics† English at 70%; Math at 70% or B- 80+ or A- HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 30 A-level Mathematics† English; Math; Chemistryv 75+ or B BSc HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, HL or SL Chemistry IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and A-level Chemistry † Computer Science Combination‡ English; Math 75+ or B HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics† English; Math; one of Chemistry or Physics v 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, one of HL or SL Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and A-level Chemistry or Physics† Computer Science & Mathematics BSc English; Math; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physicsv 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, one of HL or SL Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and one of A-level Biology, Chemistry or Physics† Computer Science & Psychology English; Math; one of Chemistry, Physics or Biology v 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, one of HL or SL Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and one of A-level Biology, Chemistry or Physics† BSc (Automatic entry into co-op) BBA/BSc Business and Financial Mathematics double degree (Automatic entry into co-op) BBA/BA Business (WLU) and Computer Science (UW) Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and University of Waterloo Computer Science. (Automatic entry into co-op) BBA/BCS Business (WLU) and Mathematics (UW) double degree Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and University of Waterloo Mathematics. (Automatic entry into co-op) BBA/BMATH Business Technology Management (Automatic entry into co-op) BBTM BRANTFORD CAMPUS Chemistry, Chemistry & Mathematics BA Computer Science, Computing & Computer Electronics BSc BSc 18 | chooselaurier.ca/international REQUIRED COURSES ADMISSION RANGE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION Criminology, English, Health Administration, Health Studies, History, Human Rights & Human Diversity, Indigenous Studies‡, Law & Society, Society, Culture & Environment, Youth & Children’s Studies BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS English 75+ or B HL or SL English IB Minimum Score: 28 † Concurrent Education: Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate English s; Math French and Science teachables will require French and Chemistry. 75+ or B HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics† Digital Media & Journalism BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS English at 75% or B 75+ or B HL or SL English IB Minimum Score: 28 † Economics (Applied) English; Math 80+ or A- HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 30 A-level Mathematics† English; Math at 70% or B- 80+ or A- HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 30 A-level Mathematics† English; Math at 80% or A- 75+ or B HL or SL Mathematics at a 5 and HL or SL English; BSc requires one of A-level Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics† PROGRAM Teachable subjects: English, French, Geography, History, Math, and Science BA/BEd BRANTFORD CAMPUS BA Economics, Economics & Accounting, Economics & Financial Management BA Financial Mathematics BA/BSc BSc requires one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics v Game Design & Development BFAA BRANTFORD CAMPUS English at 70% or B- 75+ or B HL or SL English IB Minimum Score: 28 † Geography, Geography & Geomatics; Geography & Environmental Science Option English; Math; two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics v 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, two of HL or SL Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and and two of A-level Biology, Chemistry or Physics† English; Math; Biology; Chemistryv 80+ or A- HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, HL or SL Chemistry and HL or SL Biology IB Minimum Score: 30 A-level Mathematics and A-level Biology and Chemistry † English; Math; Chemistry; Biology v 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology, HL or SL Chemistry and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry † English; Biology at 70% or B-; Math 85+ or A HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology, HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 32 Biology, A-level or O-level Mathematics† English; Biology at 70%; Math; one of Chemistry or Physicsv 85+ or A BSc HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology, HL or SL Mathematics; one of HL or SL Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 32 A-level Mathematics and A-level Biology and A-level Chemistry or Physics† Mathematics English; Math 75+ or B BSc requires one of Biology, Chemistry or Physicsv HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics; BSc requires one of HL or SL Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics. BA/BSc Music Composition, Comprehensive, Education, History, Performance, Theory BMus English; Grade II Royal Conservatory of Music theory or equivalent; Audition 75+ or B and Audition HL or SL English Grade II RCM Theory or Equivalent, Audition IB Minimum Score: 28 † Music Therapy Apply after completing two years of Honours Bachelor of Music Program. Admission based on overall achievement in music & psych courses, personal interview and recommendation of Music Therapy faculty. English; Math; one of Chemistry or Physicsv 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, one of HL or SL Chemistry or Physics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and A-level Chemistry or Physics† English; Math 75+ or B HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level or O-level Mathematics† English; Math 75+ or B HL or SL English and HL or SL Mathematics IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level or O-level Mathematics† English; Math; Biologyv 75+ or B HL or SL English, HL or SL Mathematics, and HL or SL Biology IB Minimum Score: 28 A-level Mathematics and A-level Biology † English 85+ or A HL or SL English IB Minimum Score: 32 † BSc Health Sciences BSc Health Studies BASc BRANTFORD CAMPUS Kinesiology & Physical Education BA Kinesiology & Physical Education Students participate in a four Music Therapy practical – one in each term of third and fourth year. BMusTh Physics, Photonics BSc Psychology BA Psychology BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS Psychology BSc Social Work BSW BRANTFORD CAMPUS BSc requires one of A-level Biology, Chemistry or Physics† † chooselaurier.ca/international | 19 ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS Canada Ghana Mexico JINLUO WANG Bangladesh Korea Hong Kong “VERONICA” Iran China HOME COUNTRY: INNER MONGOLIA, CHINA PROGRAM: BUSINESS YEAR: 3 UAE Malaysia Trinidad & Tobago Before coming to Laurier’s Waterloo campus, I spent six months studying in the LEAF (ESL) Program at the Brantford campus. Personally, I believe the short period of English training also better prepared me for my university experience by improving my academic abilities. 如果你有疑问,发邮件给我 Email me at: internationalambassador@wlu.ca 20 | chooselaurier.ca/international Russia LANGUAGE TEST MINIMUM SCORE (TOEFL) TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN Internet-based test (IBT) – Overall score of 83 with a minimum of 20 in each component (IELTS) INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM ielts.org 6.5 (MELAB) MICHIGAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT BATTERY lsa.umich.edu/eli 85 (CAEL) CANADIAN ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT cael.ca 70, with no component below 60 PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY pearsonpte.com 59 LANGUAGE toefl.org Indonesia The English Proficiency Requirements are for undergraduate programs only. Our Graduate Studies programs have separate requirements. Exemptions may be granted to applicants who have studied successfully in an Englishinstructional education system, on a full-time basis for a minimum of three years, exclusive of ESL courses, and who can and who can present acceptable grades in English and other Humanities/Social Science courses from their senior high school year. The Laurier Institution code is 0893 if required by testing centres. Note: Students entering the double degree programs with the University of Waterloo must meet UW’s English proficiency requirements. FALL TERM September to December The LEAF Program $4,950 The LAURIER ENGLISH AND ACADEMIC FOUNDATION (LEAF) PROGRAM allows academically qualified students who do not meet our English proficiency requirements the opportunity to receive a conditional offer of admission pending completion of the 5-level program. This means that no TOEFL or IELTS scores are required. SUMMER TERM June to August WINTER TERM January to April $3,650 $4,950 SPRING TERM April to June $3,650 HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK? In each calendar year there are two 14-week regular cycles and two 8-week intensive summer cycles. The regular cycles are longer because they’re aligned with the undergraduate terms, giving you the opportunity to interact with both domestic and international students during the busiest times of the year. WHAT LEVEL WILL I START IN? Upon arrival, you will be given a placement test to determine which of the five levels is best suited for you. Our courses focus on academic English and they are designed to prepare students for success in university. OUR EDUCATION PARTNERS We will accept the successful completion of the LEAF program or the following English Language Certificate Programs as proof of language proficiency for admission to undergraduate programs without TOEFL or IELTS testing: WILL I GET A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF ADMISSION? RENISON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE English for Academic Success Program Level 400 minimum grade 75%* uwaterloo.ca/renison Conditional Offers of Admissions will be awarded for September 2015 entry to academically qualified students who are enrolled in, and plan to complete an English Language Certificate Program. This means that a Conditional Offer of Admission to Laurier can be awarded at the same time as an Offer of Admission is made to LEAF or a Laurier-affiliated English language program. UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ESL University Preparation Program Advanced Level minimum grade 75%* eslguelph.ca This is appealing if you want the certainty of receiving a letter of acceptance before you leave home, which will cover the English language training and the subsequent time spent at Laurier. Conditions will be removed upon completion of the English language program at the level and grade specified and submission of final official transcripts. For starting points and tuition fees, please visit chooselaurier.ca/leaf. LEAF LEVELS CONESTOGA COLLEGE English Language Studies Program Level 4 minimum grade 70%* conestogac.on.ca/language For more information, please contact our partners directly. * UW Joint degree applicants must also meet UW proficiency requirements LEVEL ONE LEVEL TWO LEVEL THREE LEVEL FOUR LEVEL FIVE Listening & Speaking Listening & Speaking Listening & Speaking Listening & Speaking Listening & Speaking Reading & Vocabulary Reading & Vocabulary Reading & Vocabulary Reading & Vocabulary Reading & Vocabulary Writing & Research Writing & Research Writing & Research Writing & Research Writing & Research Grammar Grammar Global Engagement Grammar Critical Thinking chooselaurier.ca/international | 21 Financial Support A university education is an investment in your future. You will make many financial decisions throughout your university career and careful planning is essential. We are here to support you through this process and will ensure that you receive the knowledge you need to make informed decisions. HERE TO HELP The Laurier International office offers seminars and helpful tips on budgeting and finances and will remind you when it’s time to apply for scholarships and bursaries. You can also contact an International Student Advisor to discuss your financial situation and get advice on different ways to obtain financial support. PRESIDENT’S GOLD SCHOLARSHIP Before you arrive, there is a major scholarship opportunity that you should consider applying for - the President’s Gold Scholarship. This is a renewable scholarship to help cover your full-time tuition costs, not including incidental fees. The value is $3,000 in year 1, and $5,000 for years 2 through 4, provided you achieve a minimum GPA of 10.50 during the fall and winter terms of the previous year. For complete eligibility requirements and application deadline, please visit wlu.ca/studentawards. DO I HAVE TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS? Yes, you do. The Student Awards office makes the process easy by having you fill out an online profile to be automatically considered for all scholarship opportunities that fit your program, year of study, particular interests and volunteer experiences. For more information about scholarships and bursaries, visit: wlu.ca/studentawards BURSARIES A bursary is a monetary gift based on demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic achievement. They are available to international students during the fall and winter terms only and do not have to be paid back. You can apply for bursaries after you start classes in September. Visit wlu.ca/studentawards for more information. PART-TIME WORK We offer a variety of opportunities for part-time employment during your studies, and as a full-time student with a valid study permit, you do not need a work permit to be employed on- or off- campus. FIRST-YEAR SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS The following scholarships are available to International Students in their first year: • Farouk and Dawn Ahamed International Student Scholarship $700 • Automatic Entrance Scholarships $750-$5,000 • Scotiabank Scholarship $5,000 • President’s Gold Scholarship $3,000 2014-2015 UNDERGRADUATE TUITION FEES & EXPENSES EXPENSES FULL TIME TUITION $22,247 RESIDENCE (SINGLE ROOM, DORMITORY) $5,000 MEAL PLAN ($800 Brantford) $4,000 TEXT BOOKS $1,000 HEALTH INSURANCE INCIDENTAL FEES TOTAL (TWO TERMS, EIGHT MONTHS) Chart is an estimate only. Fees subject to increase for 2015/2016. Residence at the Brantford campus is single room, apartment-style. 22 | chooselaurier.ca/international $700 $650 $33,597 • President’s International Friendship Scholarship $5,000 • Martin Business Administration Award of Distinction $5,000 • Neo Material Technologies Academic Scholarships of Distinction $5,000 You can also apply to scholarships and awards in your 2nd, 3rd and 4th years, that are based on year, program, athletic and extracurricular involvement. For more information on how to apply, please visit wlu.ca/studentawards. APPLYING TO LAURIER IN Three easy steps 1 GO ONLINE TO APPLY If you want to apply to Laurier ONLY (includes those students seeking English language instruction at LEAF prior to academic studies), apply online through chooselaurier.ca/internationalapplication and click on How to Apply. This option allows you to apply for three Laurier programs. OR If you wish to apply to Laurier and other Ontario universities at the same time, apply using a 105F application through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) at ouac.on.ca. 2 APPLICATION DEADLINES We encourage you to apply as soon as possible in order to allow sufficient time for processing and for you to obtain your study permit. Please be advised that spaces in the LEAF Program are limited. Applications for September 2015 entry should be received no later than May 1, 2015. Students interested in January 2015 admission should check our website, chooselaurier.ca/international, at the end of October 2014 for program and space availability. 3 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS In order for us to assess your eligibility for admission, we require the following documentation: >> Transcripts: Official transcripts, in English, are required from all previously attended secondary and post-secondary schools. Transcripts should be mailed directly to our International Recruitment & Admissions office from the issuing institution. If you are currently completing courses, send a transcript showing your course enrolment and grades to date as soon as you apply, and then an updated transcript at the end of your semester. >> Proof of English proficiency: For applicants whose first language is not English. >> Course descriptions: We will require detailed information about all post-secondary courses you have taken in order to assess your eligibility for transfer credit. All official documents should be sent to: Next steps AFTER YOU’VE APPLIED: 1. Y ou will receive an email confirmation with your Laurier ID number, which you can use to access Online Viewing to check your application status. chooselaurier.ca/onlineviewing 2. U nofficial documents can be emailed to international@wlu.ca. 3. A ll official documents must be sent directly from the issuing institution to: International Recruitment & Admissions, Wilfrid Laurier University, 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3C5 ONCE YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN OFFER: 1. A ccept Laurier’s offer by June 1, 2015 (unless otherwise noted on your Offer of Admission). 2. A pply to residence and submit your non-refundable deposit by June 1, 2015. 3. Obtain your study permit: In order to study in Canada, you will require a study permit. You will require your letter of admission to Laurier in order to apply for your study permit. Contact a Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to obtain an application. For complete information on immigration and application requirements, visit the Government of Canada website at cic.gc.ca. International Recruitment & Admissions, Wilfrid Laurier University, 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3C5. chooselaurier.ca/international | 23 Accepted to Wilfrid Laurier University! Honestly one of the best moments of my life @ChooseLaurier Finally clicked the submit button and accepted my offer to Laurier, so excited to be a golden hawk @ChooseLaurier chooselaurier.ca/international As much as I'm going to miss a lot of friends and family, I'm ready to move to Waterloo #Laurier #Freedom chooselaurier.wordpress.com Check out our international student blog to see what life at Laurier is like through the eyes of our current students. WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY WATERLOO | BRANTFORD | Kitchener | Toronto Tel. Country code +1.519.884.1970 x4684 WATERLOO 75 University Avenue West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3C5 facebook.com/chooselaurier twitter.com/chooselaurier BRANTFORD 73 George Street Brantford, Ontario Canada N3T 2Y3 FOR MORE INFORMATION, EMAIL US AT: Join the Conversation instagram.com/chooselaurier chooselaurier.ca/virtualtour international@wlu.ca wilfridlaurieruniversity R&A_193_JULY14_INTERNATIONAL GUIDE While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing, the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.