Overview

The Master of Leadership and Community Engagement at York University is a professional degree designed to prepare graduates for influential roles within public-sector organisations and diverse community settings. This programme focuses on the intersection of social justice, policy development, and innovative community engagement strategies.

Why Leadership and Community Engagement at York University?

This programme offers a unique cohort-based learning environment, fostering a strong sense of community and peer support among working professionals. Students benefit from a flexible delivery model that combines online and blended learning, ensuring that academic pursuits can be balanced with professional responsibilities. A distinctive feature of the curriculum is the inclusion of two community-based placements, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world social challenges and leverage research for meaningful change.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 3138 per semester
National fee: CAD 7981 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum emphasises the development of practical leadership skills and a deep understanding of program design. Modules may include:

Leadership
Policy
Community Engagement
Program Design and Evaluation
Social Justice
Community-based Research

Careers with Leadership and Community Engagement

Graduates are prepared for leadership and management positions across a broad spectrum of the public and non-profit sectors. The skills gained are highly applicable to educational settings, community organisations, and healthcare services. Additionally, alumni often find rewarding opportunities within child and youth services, libraries, recreational programmes, and various arts and culture institutions. The programme empowers professionals to lead initiatives that drive social innovation and community development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

leadership
policy
community engagement
program design
social justice
health care

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

This program is not accepting applications for the upcoming year. Admissions for this program does not take place every year.

Language

English

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Community Development Leadership View 18 other Masters in Community Development in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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135

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76

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form and
Recommendation Form
3 recommendations
Three letters of reference: At least one should be from a university faculty member; however, professional referees may be used if the applicant is unable to provide references from university faculty members.
Résumé or curriculum vitae that highlights work experience relevant to the program.
Statement of interest (minimum 500 words in length) outlining how the Master of Leadership and Community Engagement will build on the applicant's relevant work experience and serve the applicant's professional interests.
One sample of written work (e.g. a paper demonstrating how the applicant works with a body of literature or builds an argument; typically, the sample paper is from a university course completed within the past five years. It could also be a report, a presentation, an article, or other piece of professional writing).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

6276 CAD / year

≈ 6276 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15962 CAD / year

≈ 15962 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario students: $2,688.30

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 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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