- MA in Global Development Studies at Queen’s University is offered as a 2-years program.
- This university ranked #5 among medical-doctoral universities in Canada in Maclean's 2019 University.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- The department of Global Development Studies at Queen’s is one of the premier locations in Canada for conducting research in the field of development studies.
- This Master’s program combines these key concerns with strong pedagogy and cutting-edge research to enable students to undertake their own explorations of issues and controversies in the field.
- Building from departmental strengths in the political economy of development and the cultural politics of development, we offer a stimulating environment in which to conduct research and engage in cross-cultural learning experiences.
- Students work on diverse subjects that link the global North and the global South, ranging from trade, aid, and finance through to cultural production, gender, and indigenous studies.
Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario - Courses & Fees
Kingston, OntarioUniversity Public College
Master of Arts [M.A] (Global Development Studies)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 251 out of 997 by THE Global Ranking 2024
₹9.6 L/Yr
CA$15,592 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline | Jan 15, 2024 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | ₹957327 | ₹957327 |
| Total Fees | ₹957349 | ₹957349 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing and Board | ₹767807 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have an Honors B.A. degree in social science fields such as development studies, politics, sociology, geography, economics, gender studies, environmental studies, and aboriginal studies with a first-class standing from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.3/4 (B+ average) is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.7/4 (85% or A average) is required to be eligible for the program.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program
Scores Required
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- Sample of Academic Writing: A short research essay (approximately 10 pages), in PDF format to the Academic Programs Assistant.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | ₹614000 | Yes | N/A |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship 2 | ₹666005.8 | Yes | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Australia Awards Scholarship | Variable | Yes | N/A |
| Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Variable | Yes | Jun 30, 2023 |
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