BA/BS in English

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #113 =

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BA/BS in English is a bachelor's degree in English Language Studies programme offered by University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 27,010 per semester.

Also offered as: Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: English Language Studies

International tuition: CAD 27,010 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

English is an undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo, offered as Regular or Co-op. Students choose one of four majors: Creative and Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Media, Literature, or Literature and Rhetoric. The program draws on more than 150 courses across the regular and co-op streams, taught by faculty active in literary and rhetorical scholarship, with many classes capped at around 40 students. The Co-op option adds paid work terms alternating with study, with the first work term typically in the winter term of second year. Graduates pursue careers in writing, editing, publishing, communications, media and related fields that draw on strong written and analytical skills.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including any Grade 12 U English with a minimum final grade of 70%. Admission average: high 70s (Co-op and Regular).

Application Details

Start Date: September

About University of Waterloo

“Concordia cum veritate”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1957

Students: 41,000

QS rank: #113 =

Programs: 297

Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in English award?

University of Waterloo awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in English cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 27,010 per semester.

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