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Languages (BA)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #1201-1500

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Languages (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Canada is a bachelor's degree in Linguistics & Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 36,624 per year (CAD 6,180 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Linguistics & Language Studies
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 6,180 / year
International tuition: CAD 36,624 / year

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

Last checked September 2026 · Source: wlu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Bachelor of Arts in Languages is a four-year Honours undergraduate degree delivered in person at Wilfrid Laurier University, with intakes in September and January. Students develop fluency in French and Spanish and choose a third language from Arabic, German, or Italian, combining language study with courses in literature, film, media, and art from those cultures, supported by language clubs and tandem conversation programs. Optional international exchanges and study-abroad experiences are available in France, Italy, Spain, and Montreal, and an optional co-op stream adds three four-month paid work terms. Conditional pathway offers are available into the MBA or the MA in Cultural Analysis and Social Theory at admission. Graduates pursue careers in education, law, advertising, marketing, journalism, government, and translation, drawing on the multilingual and cross-cultural skills built throughout the degree.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Average admission range: mid 70s. Ontario Grade 12 requirements: English at 60%. OUAC code UZ.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Wilfrid Laurier University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1911
Students: 23,587
THE rank: #1201-1500
Programs: 143
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Languages (BA) award?

Wilfrid Laurier University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Linguistics & Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Languages (BA) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Languages (BA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 36,624 per year (CAD 6,180 per year for local students).

Can Languages (BA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Wilfrid Laurier University.

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