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Major in International Development Studies within the Bachelor of Arts 
Both the three-year and the four-year Bachelor of Arts with a major in International Development Studies provide a breadth of exposure to the humanities, sciences, and social sciences, and include significant depth in IDS. Â This major is designed for students interested in global justice, citizenship, and sustainable development. These degrees prepare students well for any area of employment or vocation with valuable skills–communication, writing, analytical, critical thinking, and organizing. A three- or a four-year B.A. in IDS also serves as a sound basis for launching into professional studies such as community development, public policy, social work, law, and so on.
Major in International Development Studies within the 4-year Bachelor of Arts
The four-year major has been designed for students planning long-term work with development agencies or further study and research. Students may build upon its requirements with courses that either focus on theoretical knowledge or on practical knowledge and skills. The four-year degree is becoming the standard undergraduate expectation across North America.
Minor in International Development Studies within the Bachelor of Arts
The minor requires 18 credit hours and can fit alongside a major in any field, whether in the three-year or the four-year Bachelor of Arts. The student is given the opportunity to gain a broad understanding of International Development through the required introductory courses, and then may explore a variety of topics, according to their interest. Through a minor in IDS, a student can gain valuable secondary competencies, applicable in almost any vocation, but especially relevant beside a major in Communications, Business, or Peace & Conflict Transformation Studies.
Courses
For a list of current courses and descriptions, please see the Undergraduate Courses & Timetable.
For a complete list of courses and descriptions, please see Section I of the Academic Calendar.
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