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Overview
Global Development Studies from Saint Mary’s University belongs to a number of international graduate research consortia which amplify considerably the scope of potential supervision for graduate student thesis research projects, and has a nationally recognized Speakers Series in which graduate students are provided with the opportunity to hear and converse with leading researchers in the field.
Careers
Employers of IDS graduates include:
- The federal government (Canadian International Development Agency, International Development Research Centre, Foreign Affairs, Industry, Trade, intelligence agencies, immigration services),
- Multilateral development agencies (United Nations, World Bank, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development),
- Parastatal corporations (non-governmental organizations like Oxfam, Right to Play, Plenty Canada, Development and Peace),
- IDS graduates also enter professions such as teaching, journalism, development planning, public administration and business.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- International Justice
- Contemporary Development Planning
- Special Topics in International Development
- Field Research in Development
- Environment and Development
- International Comparative Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 16 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Relations International Development International Business View 52 other Masters in International Business in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- a statement that outlines the applicant’s area of interest in international development studies and any experience or studies which have prepared the applicant to pursue graduate studies in this area,
- a sample of the applicant’s written work,
- three recommendation forms from individuals who can attest to the applicant’s academic preparedness for graduate studies in international development, and
- a complete curriculum vitae.
- Honours baccalaureate undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minor concentration in Global Development Studies or a relevant social science; or a baccalaureate undergraduate degree in addition to relevant practical experience in the field of international development.
Tuition Fee
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International
16751 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16751 CAD per year during 16 months. -
National
7564 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7564 CAD per year during 16 months.
Living costs for Halifax
1235 - 1956 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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