Arts Degree (BA) + Master's Degree (MA or MSc), University of Sussex

Prerequisites

• English at 60%

IB and AP Requirements

• IB Admission Information
• AP Admission Information

Additional Admission Criteria

Competitive admission range (mean entrance average of last year's admitted students): Low 80s

As long as you are meeting progression requirements, you are guaranteed a spot in the International Development (MA) program at the University of Sussex.

Language Requirements

English-Proficiency Requirement

You must show evidence of your English proficiency if you have not studied in an English-language school for at least three years. Submit an English-language test score after you apply to Laurier. 

If you do not meet the requirement, you may receive an offer of admission with a condition to provide evidence of your English proficiency.

Offers of Admission

To be admissible to Laurier, you must meet both the basic requirements for admission and your program’s specific admission requirements. Program admission requirements are listed on each program page.

Explore our Admissions website to find critical information about: 

• Admissions decision timing
• Alternate offers
• Applicant background summaries 
• Failed and repeated courses 
• Special and extenuating circumstances 
• Transcripts and supporting documents 
• Transfer credits 

Wait Lists

Laurier may use wait lists for competitive programs. If you are placed on a wait list, you’ll also receive an offer of admission to an alternate program.