Master of Arts [M.A] (Development Studies)
- Country Canada
- Course Duration 1.5 Years
- Course Type Full Time
- Courses Campus On Campus
- Language Specification English
- Program Level Post-Graduate
- Education Required Graduate
- Total Credits 27 Units
- Admission intake January/ May/ September
- Minimum GPA 3
Application Charges
| Application Fee | Tution Fee |
|---|---|
| INR 8,551 | INR 754,281 |
Program Description
- MA in Development Studies at York University is offered as a 1.5-years program by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- The Master’s in Development Studies provides students home for an intellectually rewarding academic experience that fosters interdisciplinary learning, teaching, and research on the multi-dimensional processes of socio-economic, political, and cultural developmental changes in the Global South.
- Its novel interdisciplinary curriculum examines theories and practices of development that combine theoretical learning with practical research and place-based knowledge.
- It provides students with possibilities for development praxis through encouraging opportunities to learn about the relationships between theory and practice through hands-on fieldwork and research experience in the Global South.
- The program follows York’s commitment to the values of social justice, equality, democracy, and sustainability.
- The MA program consists of 27 credits.
Other Requirements
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a 4-year completed (120-credit) Honours degree in relevant humanity, social science, or related applied program or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (B grade) out of 4.0 from accredited institutions is required for unconditional admission.
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (B grade) out of 4.0 from accredited institutions is required for unconditional admission.
Extra Notes
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- Sample of written work: A recent research paper or report to demonstrate writing, analytical, and research skills. The paper should be anywhere between 10 and 15 pages in length, double-spaced.
- Supplementary Information Form: A completed Supplementary Information Form (accessed through MyFile and available online within 48 hours after the application is submitted).
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
