About the course

One of the joys of being in university is having time to broaden your horizons, discover new interests, and get involved in a range of extracurricular activities. Liberal Studies gives you that freedom.Commonly called a liberal arts degree at other universities, Liberal Studies allows you to explore many different subjects in the humanities, social sciences, languages and cultures, and fine and performing arts ? plus courses you?d like to take from some of Waterloo's other faculties.You can add focus to your degree with a minor or minors, or keep it completely general. (And if you do fall passionately in love with a subject along the way, you can switch into a major at any point.) An academic advisor can help you plan your degree and choose courses.You can also enrich your learning through Waterloo?s EDGE (experiential education) certificate and Global Experience Certificate programs ? or by studying Liberal Studies as part of the Honours Arts and Business degree.Program highlights100 subject areas. With more than 100 different subject areas at Waterloo, you have plenty of choice (You can even complete your degree entirely online.)Transfer students welcome. Liberal Studies allows you to complete up to half of your courses in other programs or by transfer credit from past studies. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: CA$220,000

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Waterloo
Fall (September), 2025	Waterloo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Waterloo

Official/Unofficial High School Transcripts Required.Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - Test of English as a Foreign Language - 90 overall 25 writing, 25 speaking.IELTS Academic - International English Language Testing System- 6.5 overall 6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening.

　　International Baccalaureate - HL or SL English A - minimum 4 or HL English B - minimum 5, total 27

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Waterloo. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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