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Overview
This Development Studies MA program at York University will provide an additional opportunity for you to undertake studies in the area of graduate-level international development studies at York University. The program that follows York’s commitment to the values of social justice, equality, democracy and sustainability.
Learning outcomes
The program integrates critical theoretical exploration and practice, and incorporates contemporary discourses on development to better reflect the new realities of globalization and recent developments in the field.
You will graduate with solid grounding in the practices, processes and issues of international development.
Designed for persons who are either currently working or wishing to work in the field and will serve as an excellent foundation for those intending to complete a specialized doctoral program in development studies.
You will have the option of completing either an MA thesis or a major research paper (MRP) and one additional elective course.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Conceptual Foundations for Development
- Research Methods for Development
- Critical Reflections on Field Work
- Cultural Politics of Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 30 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Sustainable Development Ecology Environmental Sciences View 108 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA B
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission to the Masters Program in Development Studies requires that applicants meet the standard maintained by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, currently a B average.
In addition, applicants must:
- have a completed honours degree (with B average or equivalent) in a relevant humanities, social science, or related applied program;
- submit a recent research paper or report to demonstrate your writing and research skills. The paper should be anywhere between 15 and 25 pages in length, double-spaced;
- submit a two-page statement of interest providing evidence of commitment to advanced work in studies in development.
Tuition Fee
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International
13108 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6554 CAD per semester during 30 months. -
National
3428 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1714 CAD per semester during 30 months.
Part time tuition fees:
- National students - $857
- International students - $3,277
Living costs for Toronto
1502 - 2563 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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MPOWER Financing Student Loans between $2,001 - $100,000 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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