The graduate programs in Global Development Studies provide advanced research training for students seeking to pursue careers in public policy, academia, development agencies, social enterprise, journalism, media, education , and law. With small classes and close supervision, we empower students to pursue interdisciplinary research projects on topics that they are passionate about. Our globally engaged faculty help students build the professional, analytical and communication skills sought by employers in Canada and internationally or to open new pathways for further study. From the grassroots to the global, our students attain the skills and knowledge needed to make an impact!

DEVS 801 The Political Economy of Development     This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the relationship between political economy and the ideas and practices of development. The course grounds students in core theories, both classical and contemporary. It then examines key themes and controversies to illustrate the relationships between the political economy and development policies. This is a mandatory course for all graduate students in Global Development Studies. Fall. 

The MA program has been designed with two streams: a course-based Master's degree and a research-based Master's degree. All students are initially accepted into the one-year course-based stream. Interested and qualified students may then apply to switch to the research option with up to an additional full year to complete.