Overview

Key facts

The Capacity Development and Extension program of University of Guelph has students that are applied researchers who tackle real-world challenges, demonstrate self-initiative and are motivated by their enthusiasm for interdisciplinary graduate-level studies.

We offer a MSc program that is completed between four to six semesters. The MSc degree is based on either course work plus a major research paper option or the option of reduced course work with the design and defense of a research-based thesis.

Engaged Learning

As interns, graduate research assistants or leaders of their own class-based learning projects, CDE students are engaged in professional work contexts. Faculty work with interested graduate students to connect them with community service and research initiatives. Projects and internships vary from semester-long postings with international agencies to short-term collaboration with local organizations.

Are you interested in:

Social and Environmental Change and Advocacy

Rural/Remote Areas and Small Communities

Communication Process and Citizen Media

Non-Formal Education

Leadership and Community Development

Responsible Innovation and Inclusive Development

Career opportunities

Community Development, Policymaking and Academia

Public and Not-For-Profit Sectors

Doctoral Studies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Capacity Building and Extension

Research Design

Community Engagement and Public Participation

Capacity Building for Sustainable Development

Facilitation and Conflict Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-08 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-25 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

45 alternative credits

45-60

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guelph, Canada

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Public Policy View 28 other Masters in Sustainable Development in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B-

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum requirement for admission is a four year honours degree or equivalent, with an average standing of at least second class honours (B-) in the last four semesters or two years of study. Relevant professional experience may be required.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15578 CAD / year

≈ 15578 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5968 CAD / year

≈ 5968 CAD / year

Living costs

Guelph

Canada

1157 - 1804 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Guelph

Funding

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