Expand your global awareness and intercultural skills by studying educational philosophies and teaching approaches for international settings. This unique program blends academic learning with hands-on experience, integrating coursework from both the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Arts.
International Education Studies can pave the way to a Bachelor of Education and a teaching career, either in Canada or abroad. It also prepares you for diverse careers in international development, migration and refugees, or human rights. Whatever your path, you’ll be ready to excel in a globally interconnected world.
Your future professors in International Education work hard to make sure your academic experience is current, complete, and designed to open doors in your career. Here are a few things you can count on:
Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree (check out the Experience Guide for even more):
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View a full list of the required courses for this program.
These are a few of the many popular academic opportunities which allow you to dive deeper into your major area of study or broaden your knowledge:
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Note: Students registered in this program are not eligible to take the Teaching Option or the Minor in Education.
Visit our admission requirements section to find specific requirements for transfer students, indigenous applicants, mature learners, homeschooled applicants, senior citizens, refugees, and more.
Students applying to this program from another post-secondary institution are encouraged to review our transfer-specific requirements. This page will show you the admission requirements for your unique transfer situation and provide more details about transferring to Laurier.
Students admitted to Laurier’s International Education program can participate in one of our academic partnerships with our college partners.
It’s not only about the journey; it’s about the destination. Let us help you get to where you’re going.
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Note: Additional training and education may be required.
Alumni for life means that you have access to Career and Employment Support offered at Laurier for your entire career.
Getting a university education is an investment in your future.
At Laurier, we take financial health seriously by providing a wide variety of funding opportunities for you throughout your degree, such as scholarships and bursaries, and by equipping you with the skills to manage your finances effectively in the years to come.
Want to know what it’s really like to be in this program? U Community is our Discord server where future Golden Hawks like you can connect with current students to get their first-hand stories and tips on living and learning at Laurier.
Questions? Email chooselaurier@wlu.ca, call 548.889.8888 or see all contact information.
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