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  • Public University, Estd 1956
  • Waterloo, Ontario
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Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies

  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • IntakeFall: September 2026

Course Description

  • ​A degree in Legal Studies is great preparation for a career in government, business, the non-profit sector, law enforcement, and law itself
  • At Waterloo, students will enjoy small classes led by highly respected researchers, giving them lots of opportunities for discussion, and they’ll also have the opportunity to gain work experience through a co-op  
  • Over the course of the Legal Studies undergraduate degree, students will explore the impact of law on society, the origins of legal systems, how the Charter of Rights and Freedoms creates change, and issues such as crime, deviance, punishment, and restorative justice  
  • Students will graduate with skills in research, problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication, along with an in-depth understanding of the law and legal systems  
  • Students can gain a broad perspective on the law by studying political science, history, sociology, philosophy, and peace and conflict studies  





Start Dates and Fees

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Duration4 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 42000
Intake
Intake
Fall: September 2026
Other Costs
Food :4620.00
Personal expenses :4200.00
Housing (off-campus) and utilities :7200.00
Books and supplies :2100.00
Total :CAD 18120

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

An applicant must have a high school diploma with required courses completed in Grade 12 senior academic level, or equivalent, and a minimum final grade of 75% in Grade 12 or equivalent
In addition, applicants must have a minimum grade of 75% in English

Additional Requirements
  • ​Official transcripts
  • Applicants need to provide an English language test score if their first language is not English AND their four most recent years of full-time education have not been in an English-language school system 
  • Admission Information Form  



English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    With at least 6.5 in writing and speaking and 6.0 in listening and reading
  • PTE : 63.00
    With at least 65 in writing and speaking
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  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • SpecializationLaw & Legal Studies
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 42000
  • Intake
    Fall: September 2026
  • Application FeesCAD 125
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
    PTE 63.00
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