Faculty of Liberal Arts

The Faculty of Liberal Arts encompasses a wide range of disciplines, from traditional arts programs to new and interdisciplinary fields of study. We prioritize opportunities for students to apply what they learn in the classroom to the real world, and to explore different fields while developing essential skills in critical thinking and communication. Our students gain a greater understanding of the world around them and how they can positively influence it.

Our faculty members are active, collaborative researchers that make an impact in our community, and they encourage our students to do the same by teaching them to develop and showcase their own research, starting from the undergraduate level.

Our Programs

The Faculty of Liberal Arts offers undergraduate and graduate academic programs across 10 academic departments.

Five of our programs are part of a partnership with the University of Sussex in the UK for a pathway to both a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and law degree (LLB), and four include a Teaching Option with a direct pathway into Laurier's Bachelor of Education (BEd).

Many of our undergraduate programs also offer opportunities to include related postgraduate certificates from Conestoga College in a unique campus partnership.

Explore Our Programs

Your Student Journey

Looking to see if the Faculty of Liberal Arts is a good fit for you? Find out what makes our student experience and programs unique.

For current students, check out students.wlu.ca, your dedicated website for where you can find:

Program details such as your requirements, course offerings, student groups and other opportunities.
Academic Advising for assistance with course selection and requirements, academic planning, research opportunities and connecting you with campus resources.
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies supports and graduate-level resources you can tap into.

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Give to Liberal Arts

When you donate to the Faculty of Liberal Arts, you support the innovative, interdisciplinary programming and learning experiences that prepares our students to go out and make a difference. Your generosity makes it possible for them to bring their passion, research skills and unique perspectives forward to benefit their wider communities.

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Spotlights

Read the latest stories from the Faculty of Liberal Arts.

Laurier Scholars Award Winner for Faculty of Liberal Arts

New undergraduate certificates in digital media and geomatics will equip students with in-demand skills

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Laurier students gain future-ready skills and give back through community and workplace partnerships

Law and Society Professor Kelly Gallagher-Mackay speaks on CBC’s Ontario Today about children falling behind at school

Contact Us

E: FLAadmin@wlu.ca

Where to Find Us: The Faculty of Liberal Arts is located on the second floor of the East Wing of the Research and Academic Centre, Brantford (corner of Dalhousie and Charlotte streets).

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