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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Languages & Linguistics - Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies (Honours)

Course code: #YFN

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Languages & Linguistics - Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies (Honours)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $35,148 CAD

  • Application fee

    $130 CAD

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

Highlights
Field-Placement

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Co-op
Internship

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Winter-January 01-November-2023 2023-11-01
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Summer-May 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Winter-January 01-November-2024 2024-11-01

Overview

Bachelor of Arts - Languages & Linguistics - Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies (Honours)

Study the Portuguese language and be immersed in the culture, history, art and literature, and social and political landscapes of the entire Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking) world.

Portuguese is a global language. 

It is the official language in nine countries and the working language of 12 international organizations. 

It is also the language used by numerous Lusophone communities in Canada, the US, Germany, France, Switzerland, Australia, South Africa, Venezuela, Luxemburg, and territories like Macau and Goa.

At York, You’ll also benefit from close proximity to the large Portuguese-speaking community in Toronto, with events, work-study placements and hands-on experience.

Hands-on experiences

  • Engage in cultural events to enrich your learning, such as the International Black Film Festival and Toronto Harbourfront International Festival of Authors.
  • The Lusophone Coffee Hour brings guests to York to speak about their projects and research.
  • Experiential immersion in Portuguese-speaking communities in the Toronto area and abroad (for instance, producing short stories that a partner institution helps publish and distribute).
  • Students who are fluent in Portuguese gain credit for volunteering in the beginners’ language class.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$42,566

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $9,144
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,418
Tuition 1 person $35,148

Hourly wage

Min wage

17.20 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Course Descriptions
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

TOEFL

88
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

PTE

60
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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Cambridge

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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Academic ProgramDestination York ProgramYUBridge Studies ProgramGraduate Studies Preparation ProgramIELTS AcademicRevised TOEFL IBTTOEFL Paper BaseDuolingo
1 / 2    2.5363300-39
3   3.54438040
4   45240055
5   4.55641070
6 YUBridge T1 5 (Min 5 in Writing)64 (Min 16 in Writing)46080
7PreDyGSPP Term 15.56952595
8DYYUB T2676550105
9GSPP Term 26 No Score Below 6.086568115

Minimum Score Required

for Direct Entry

  6.588N/A120

 

  • Levels AP1-AP5 focus on helping build a solid foundation of English proficiency in all four language skills: Reading, writing, listening and speaking.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP5 may apply to the York University English Language Institute’s YUBridge Program, where they can take a class for academic credit while completing the remainder of their language proficiency requirements to be admitted to York.
  • Levels AP6-AP9 focus on the language, critical thinking and study skills required to be a successful student in a university or college setting where English is the language of instruction.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP6 are eligible to apply for Conditional Admission* to York University. Students with conditional acceptance are also eligible to apply to the Pre-Destination York Program.

 

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Academic background and requirement

India: 

  • Completion of one of the following:
    • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
    • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
    • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
    • Intermediate Examination Certificate
    • Pre-University Examination Certificate

China:

  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate

Iran: 

  • Graduation Before 2019 (old system): Peesh-daneshgahii/Pre-university Year Certificate
  • Graduation After 2019 (new system): Diplom-Metevaseth National High School Diploma

GPA:

India: Grade XII graduation with minimum overall average of 60% is required to be considered for most programs - minimum 5 academic courses

China: Successful completion of the final year of Senior 3/Grade 12 level of study with a minimum overall average of 75% on all academic courses.

Career opportunities

  • Portuguese Language Instructor
  • Luso-Brazilian Cultural Specialist
  • Portuguese Translator
  • International Relations Consultant (specializing in Portuguese-speaking countries)
  • Lusophone Media Analyst
  • Portuguese Heritage Program Coordinator
  • Foreign Language Specialist (Portuguese)

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