Master of Arts [MA] (Development Studies)
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #141 out of 385 by Collegedunia Study Abroad Global Ranking 2026
$14,200 /Yr
CA$19,722 /Yr
- 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.
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Important Alert
- Application Deadline for Fall 2027 Intake - Feb 15, 2027
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $14200 (CAD 19722) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing and Food | $6925 (CAD 9618) |
| Total Cost | $6925 (CAD 9618) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $14157 (CAD 19663) |
| 2021 | $7224 (CAD 10033) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline for Fall 2027 Intake | Feb 15, 2027 |
Scores Required
Duolingo scores: 125
Required Document List
- Online Application
- Application Fee
- Personal Essay
- Official Transcripts and Degree Conferral (Proof of Degree)
- Academic Records
- Transcripts
- English Language Proficiency Testing
- Letter of Recommendations
- GRE/GMAT Scores(Recommended)


Arts 160 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #5 out of 20 in Canada 2026)
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TOP Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| York International Merit Award | $10,000 | Final admission average of 80% - 84.9% |
| York International Entrance Award | $5,000 | Final admission average of 75% - 79.9% |
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Business or Government Consultant
- Community Development Worker
- Development Officer
- Diplomat
- Economic Development Advisor/Officer
- Economic Policy Analyst
- Ecotourism Guide/Agent
- Foreign Service Officer
- Immigration Officer
- Intelligence Officer
- International Aid Worker
- International Communications Expert
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 720/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 14,400/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 6,390/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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