Explore the nature and impacts of economic and social development in Canada and across the globe. Tackle the big issues like poverty, food insecurity, the humanitarian crisis and global climate change. Develop the analytical skills needed to bring about positive change in the world.
Join one of the first international development programs in Canada — a program that provides real-world development experience and interdisciplinary teaching.
Draw on courses from across disciplines to discover the breadth of international development theory and practice.
Declare International Development Studies (IDS) as a major, a major (co-op), a minor or as a specialization within the Bachelor of Arts program. Take core courses in international development theory and then choose one of five areas of emphasis to pursue (major paths only):
The co-op program gives you the opportunity to gain relevant work experience, build professional networks and develop essential interpersonal skills needed to succeed in the workplace — all while getting paid and earning your university degree.
The International Development Studies co-op program includes four co-op work terms in addition to eight academic semesters, for a total of four and a half years of study at the University of Guelph.
| Level | Bachleors |
| Discipline | Arts and Humanities |
| Duration | 52 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | CAD 90 |
| Tuition Fees | CAD 33046 |
| Campus | Main |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 89 |
| PTE | 60 |
| Duolingo | 110 |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 75.0%
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