Admission requirements

To be considered for admission, applicants must:

1. An honour’s bachelor degree (4 years) or its equivalent in the humanities or social sciences, with an average of at least B (70%). If the minimum requirements for admission are not met, a qualifying program, the content of which will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Committee, may be offered. See details below.
2. Provide the following documents:- a letter of intent (maximum 500 words);
   – a curriculum vitae;
   – an academic or professional reference.
3. An interview with members of the Admissions Committee may be required.

Qualifying Program

1. The number of units taken in a qualifying program may not exceed 36.
2. The qualifying program must be completed within three consecutive terms or less.
3. A minimum grade of C+ in each course and have an overall B average are required.
4. Students wishing to complete their qualifying courses at another university are advised to have their course of studies approved in advance by the program coordinator.