Language and Intercultural Relations - BA (Hons)
Full-time formats:
• 4 Year
• 5-Year Co-op
Part-time format:
N/A
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
Low 70s
Faculty:
Faculty of Arts
Experiential learning:
Co-op available
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Is this degree for you?
The ability to respond effectively to cultural diversity is essential in the 21st century. The immersive Language and Intercultural Relations degree program at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) will teach you intercultural empathy, and help you understand and facilitate communication between cultures. The linguistic proficiency and cultural intelligence you gain will prepare you to tackle challenges in a variety of professional sectors.
All students choose options in either French, Spanish or Speech Science.2
Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available
In addition to your second language and experience from optional paid co-op placements, you’ll graduate with competencies in research, analysis, leadership and problem-solving. All of these skills are needed to enter and thrive in a global market and workforce.
The Language and Intercultural Relations degree program is one of 12 bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation.1
Options2:
- French
- Spanish
- Speech Science
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic undergraduate calendar for this program.
1st Semester
REQUIRED GROUP 1: Two courses from Table I.
OPEN ELECTIVE: One Open Elective.
2nd Semester
REQUIRED:
- SSH 105 Critical Thinking
REQUIRED GROUP 1: Two courses from Table I.
CORE ELECTIVE: One course from Table II.
OPEN ELECTIVE: One Open Elective.
Career possibilities:
- Content writer
- Diplomat
- Interpreter
- Multilingual communications advisor
- Settlement coordinator
Employer possibilities:
- City of Toronto
- Duolingo
- Global Payments Inc.
- Government of Canada
- Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
Further education:
- Anthropology
- Education
- Immigration and Settlement Studies (MA)
- Language studies
- Public Policy and Administration (MA)
Language and Intercultural Relations student participates in Choix Goncourt Canada decision
Language and Intercultural Relations student, Natasha, joined a network of more than 35 similar competitions globally at the Embassy of France in Ottawa to deliberate on literature.
Read more: Student reflects on experience as student representative for TMU
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program
To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course with a minimum grade of 70%:
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Tuition and fees range 2025-2026
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $7,287 - $7,312
Out-of-province: $8,826 - $8,851
International: $36,818 - $36,843
Over $20M across all levels of study
We award more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study.
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“This program challenges you to see past cultural stereotypes you may have created or fallen back on, and become a better global citizen. I see the world in a new way through the classes on cross-cultural communication, learning a new language, confronting unconscious bias and understanding why they are created.”
- Ciboney Pennyman, Language and Intercultural Relations, Class of 2025
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Disclaimer:
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.
Notes:
- Updated October 2025: The number of bachelor of arts programs that share a one-year foundation increased from 11 to 12.
- Updated October 2025: Speech Science option added. Program concentrations were removed.
*Updated November 2025: This program was formerly known as Environment and Urban Sustainability.