Transfer Pathways

Pathways to Public Safety (BA) at Laurier

Throughout your Public Safety degree, you will take courses in topics such as research methods, correctional justice, critical infrastructure, mental health, leadership and more.

Our Public Safety program on the Brantford and Waterloo campuses must be combined with another Bachelor of Arts program from the same campus where you are studying Public Safety. Only our Public Safety program on our Online campus can be completed as a standalone program.

Once you have accepted your offer, please consult Academic Advising and our Course Registration Guide to determine where you are with your program requirements, the specific courses you'll need to complete and the length of your academic journey at Laurier. 

Public Safety-Related Diplomas

Students who have successfully completed a diploma or advanced diploma in a public safety-related field may be eligible for admission into the Public Safety (BA) program at Laurier's Online campus via this 2+2 agreement.

• Required final average from an approved diploma: 75%+
  • The list of accepted diplomas can be found on the Advanced Standing Pathway section of the Online campus' Public Safety program page.
• Other admission requirements: 60%+ in a 4U English (or equivalent) and proof of graduation
• Number of transfer credits granted: 10.0 
• Number of Laurier credits required to graduate: 10.0

Anticipated Transfer Credits

These are the transfer credits you will receive outlined in your offer letter if you are admitted via this pathway: 

• PD201: Intercultural Communication in Policing
• 6.0 credits: Interdisciplinary (100 level)
• 3.5 credits: Interdisciplinary (200 level) 

2 or 3 Year College Diplomas

Students who have successfully completed a 2- or 3-year diploma at an Ontario college may be eligible for admission into the Public Safety (BA in combination) program on Laurier's Brantford, Online or Waterloo campus via this block transfer agreement.

• Required final average from an approved diploma: 75%+
• Other admission requirements: 60%+ in a 4U English (or equivalent) and proof of graduation
• Number of transfer credits granted: 6.0 (2-year diploma) or 7.5 (3-year diploma)*
• Number of Laurier credits required to graduate: 12.5 – 14.0 

*Please note: Your exact transfer credits will be determined based on your unique academic journey and outlined in your offer letter.

Enhance or Diversify Your Degree

As a transfer student, you can add a minor in various fields to your honours degree to broaden and enhance your academic studies. Learn more about what minors are available to you.

Learn More About Transferring to Laurier

If you have additional questions about your transition to Laurier, financial aid for transfer students or transfer credit evaluation, visit our transfer students website. If you are interested in transferring into this program with an academic history different than what is outlined above, apply using the undergraduate application form and your transfer credits will be assessed on an individual basis and reported to you, along with your offer letter, upon admission to Laurier.

Note: Not all program requirements are reflected in these pathway descriptions. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all academic program and course requirements have been met. Refer to regulations in the academic calendar and connect with an academic advisor once you have accepted your offer.