Study Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies at University of Guelph in Canada, College of Social and Applied Human Science

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
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What will I learn?

The program in International Development Studies IDS explores the nature and impacts of economic and social development, in Canada and across the globe, from an interdisciplinary perspective. It equips students with the theoretical understanding and analytical and practical skills needed to bring about positive and inclusive change in the world. Students completing a degree in IDS have the skills to tackle complex global problems as needed to promote social justice as citizens and in careers across the public and private sectors and in civil society organizations.The IDS program provides students with the opportunity to engage with international development practitioners in Canada and internationally. Furthermore, they are equipped with the skills needed for effective engagement whilst as students and in their life beyond university.

Which department am I in?

College of Social and Applied Human Science

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

CAD$37,127.00 (US$ 26,686) per year

Residence Room - $7,900 - $11,116 CAD (Per Year)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of Guelph

50 Stone Road East,

Guelph,

Ontario (ON),

N1G 2W1, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

CAD$37,127.00 (US$ 26,686) per year

Residence Room - $7,900 - $11,116 CAD (Per Year)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Guelph

50 Stone Road East,

Guelph,

Ontario (ON),

N1G 2W1, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in their home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.Students presenting predicted, interim or midterm grade 12/senior level results may be considered for a conditional offer of admission if all prerequisite courses are completed or in progress and meeting the minimum grade requirements. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 6 subjects: 3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level with a minimum score of 28. Bonus marks from TOK and EE will be taken into consideration. Prerequisites for the major must be taken at the IB DP2 level.Note: For programs with Advanced Math, students must present one of: SL/HL Analysis & Approaches, or HL Applications & Interpretations. Math Studies/Standard Level Applications and Interpretations are not an acceptable prerequisite for programs that require Advanced Math or Calculus.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.